The 21st match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 season featured a face-off between Dhaka Capital and Fortune Barishal at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on January 16, 2025. Fortune Barishal showcased a dominant performance, both with the ball and the bat, to clinch a comprehensive victory.

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Date	January 16, 2025
Venue	Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Dhaka Capital vs. Fortune Barishal
Toss	Dhaka Capital, elected to bat first
Player Of The Match	Tamim Iqbal
Result	Fortune Barishal won by 8 wickets (with 24 balls remaining)

Dhaka’s innings struggled to gain momentum, with only a few batsmen making notable contributions. The team faced challenges in building substantial partnerships, leading to a below-par total. Fortune Barishal’s bowlers maintained disciplined lines and lengths, effectively containing the scoring rate and taking wickets at crucial intervals.

Chasing 140, Fortune Barishal’s innings was anchored by captain Tamim Iqbal, who scored an unbeaten 61 off 48 balls, including 6 fours and 1 six. He was well-supported by Dawid Malan, who remained not out on 49 off 41 deliveries. The duo’s partnership ensured a smooth chase, with Barishal reaching the target comfortably.

Dhaka Capital, batting first, were restricted to a modest total of 139 runs. In response, Fortune Barishal chased down the target comfortably, scoring 145/2 in 16 overs, securing an 8-wicket victory with 24 balls to spare.

Dhaka Capital

• Strengths: Potential in the batting lineup with players capable of impactful performances.
• Weaknesses: Inability to build and sustain partnerships, leading to suboptimal totals.
• Bowling attack lacked penetration, struggling to contain opposition batsmen.

Fortune Barishal

• Strengths: Strong top-order batting, with experienced players anchoring the innings.
• Disciplined bowling unit capable of restricting opponents to modest scores.
• Weaknesses: Middle-order yet to be thoroughly tested under pressure situations.

Dhaka Capital

• Bowlers: Collectively restricted Dhaka Capital to a low total through disciplined bowling and strategic wicket-taking.

Fortune Barishal

• Tamim Iqbal (Fortune Barishal): Awarded Player of the Match for his unbeaten 61 off 48 balls, leading his team to victory.
• Dawid Malan (Fortune Barishal): Contributed a steady 49* off 41 balls, forming a crucial partnership with Tamim Iqbal.

• Tamim Iqbal (Fortune Barishal): His consistent form and leadership make him a pivotal player for Barishal in upcoming matches.
• Dawid Malan (Fortune Barishal): With his ability to anchor the innings, Malan remains a key figure in Barishal’s batting lineup.

The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium offered assistance to bowlers, with some movement and variable bounce. Batsmen needed to apply themselves to build innings, as shot-making was not straightforward. The outfield was reasonably quick, allowing value for well-timed shots.

Dhaka Capital

• Batting: Focus on building partnerships and rotating the strike to set a competitive total.
• Bowling: Aim for early breakthroughs and maintain pressure through consistent line and length.

Fortune Barishal

• Batting: Continue leveraging the experience of top-order batsmen to anchor chases.
• Bowling: Maintain disciplined bowling to restrict opponents and create wicket-taking opportunities.

• On-field Umpires: Gazi Sohel and Raveendra Wimalasiri
• TV Umpire: Muhammad Kamruzzaman
• Reserve Umpire: Ali Arman
• Match Referee: Ehsanul Hoque

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Fortune Barishal’s comprehensive victory over Dhaka Capital highlights their dominance in the BPL 2024-25 season. The team’s cohesive performance, led by Tamim Iqbal’s captaincy and batting prowess, sets a positive tone for their campaign. Dhaka Capital will need to reassess and strategize to bounce back in the forthcoming matches.