The 11th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL 2024-25) kicks off with defending champions Fortune Barishal taking on the rebranded Durbar Rajshahi in the tournament opener at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, on December 30th, 2024, at 1:00 PM IST.
Fortune Barishal enters the season brimming with confidence after clinching their maiden BPL title last year, while Durbar Rajshahi will aim to make a strong impression in their re-entry into the competition after five years.
Match Details
Fixture | Fortune Barishal vs. Durbar Rajshahi |
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Date | December 30th, 2024 |
Time | 1:00 PM IST |
Venue | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
Teams Preview
Fortune Barishal Preview
The defending champions, Fortune Barishal, will aim to pick up where they left off last season. Their title-winning campaign was built on consistent performances with both bat and ball. Tamim Iqbal leads the side and brings a wealth of experience and confidence, having guided the team with crucial knocks in the playoffs and final.
Kyle Mayers and Mushfiqur Rahim provide stability in the top and middle order, while bowlers like Ebadot Hossain and Taijul Islam can dismantle opposition lineups. James Fuller adds an edge to the bowling attack with his all-round capabilities.
Barishal’s ability to perform under pressure makes them a formidable side, and they will look to start the tournament strong against a less experienced Rajshahi lineup.
Key Players: Tamim Iqbal, Kyle Mayers, Mushfiqur Rahim, Ebadot Hossain
Fortune Barishal Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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Tamim Iqbal (c) | Batter |
Mushfiqur Rahim (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Kyle Mayers | All-rounder |
Mahmudullah | All-rounder |
James Fuller | Bowler |
Taijul Islam | Bowler |
Dawid Malan | Batter |
Najmul Hossain Shanto | Batter |
Pathum Nissanka | Batter |
Ebadot Hossain | Bowler |
Mohammad Nabi | All-rounder |
Durbar Rajshahi Preview
Making a return to the BPL under a new name, Durbar Rajshahi will look to shake off the rust and re-establish themselves as a force in the league. Historically, the franchise has reached the playoffs multiple times, including a title win in 2019-20.
Taskin Ahmed will lead the side and spearhead the bowling attack, complemented by Shafiul Islam and Hasan Murad. Yasir Ali and Mizanur Rahman will anchor the batting order, while Akbar Ali’s all-round abilities add balance to the team.
Rajshahi’s biggest challenge will be overcoming their lack of recent match experience in the league. However, a spirited performance could help them create an early upset against the defending champions.
Key Players: Taskin Ahmed, Yasir Ali, Akbar Ali, Shafiul Islam
Durbar Rajshahi Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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Taskin Ahmed (c) | Bowler |
Akbar Ali | All-rounder |
Anamul Haque (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Mizanur Rahman | Batter |
Jishan Alam | Batter |
Mehrab Hossain | Batter |
Mohor Sheikh | Bowler |
Saad Nasim | All-rounder |
Sabbir Hossain | Batter |
Shafiul Islam | Bowler |
Yasir Ali | Batter |
Fantasy Team XI
Position | Player |
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Captain | Tamim Iqbal |
Vice-Captain | Taskin Ahmed |
Batsmen | Yasir Ali, Dawid Malan, Kyle Mayers |
All-rounders | Mohammad Nabi, Mahmudullah, Saad Nasim |
Wicketkeeper | Mushfiqur Rahim |
Bowlers | Ebadot Hossain, Shafiul Islam, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, offers a balanced surface, assisting both batters and bowlers. Seamers might find early movement, but spinners will likely play a significant role as the game progresses. A par score on this pitch is expected to be around 160-170 runs.
Toss: To Bowl
Teams winning the toss are likely to opt for bowling, considering the dew factor in night games, which aids chasing sides.
Winning Prediction
Fortune Barishal, as defending champions, are a settled unit with match-winners in both batting and bowling. On the other hand, Durbar Rajshahi, despite their potential, might take time to find their footing.
Prediction: Fortune Barishal to win the opening game!
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