In the fourth week of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), Rangpur Riders, Comilla Victorians, and Fortune Barishal maintained unbeaten streaks, with Rangpur leading the points table. Comilla, sharing equal points with Rangpur, lags on net run-rate. Sylhet Strikers secured victory in their sole match, while Chattogram Challengers, Durdanto Dhaka, and Khulna Tigers faced losses in all their encounters. With just one win in the tournament, Dhaka is eliminated from knockout contention.
Highlights from the week include stellar performances by Towhid Hridoy, Will Jacks, Shakib Al Hasan, and Imran Tahir. Hridoy showcased brilliance in both games, scoring unbeaten centuries of 108 and 91 for Comilla. Comilla successfully chased down 176 against Dhaka and 164 against Khulna, thanks to Hridoy’s exceptional form. Jacks’ century propelled Comilla to equal BPL’s highest total, reaching 239-3 against Chattogram. Moeen Ali’s quick fifty and a hat-trick concluded the match, while Rishad Hossain claimed a four-wicket haul.
Rangpur dominated Khulna with a 78-run victory, posting 219-5. Shakib Al Hasan and Mahedi Hasan contributed fifties, and Imran Tahir secured a historic five-wicket haul as the first leg-spinner in BPL. Alex Hales fought a lone battle for Khulna. Other notable performances came from Rangpur’s new recruits Reeza Hendricks and Jimmy Neesham.
Fortune Barishal, led by Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah, and Tamim Iqbal’s fifties, secured crucial wins against Dhaka. Meanwhile, Khulna faced a slump, losing five consecutive games after an initial four-match winning streak.
Towhid Hridoy emerged as the star of the week, playing pivotal roles in Comilla’s successful chases. His unbeaten centuries showcased composure and skill, especially during challenging situations against Dhaka.
Bowler of the week honors went to Imran Tahir, who added excitement to the BPL after joining late. Tahir’s five-wicket haul, combined with his charismatic celebrations, made him a fan favorite in Dhaka and Chattogram. Rangpur anticipates his continued impact in the upcoming matches.
As the BPL progresses, the competition intensifies, promising more thrilling moments and standout performances in the latter part of the tournament.
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