The 26th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 season featured an exhilarating contest between Khulna Tigers and Durbar Rajshahi at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on January 19, 2025. Both teams showcased exceptional batting prowess, culminating in a nail-biting finish.

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Date	January 19, 2025
Venue	Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Khulna Tigers vs. Durbar Rajshahi
Toss	Khulna Tigers, elected to bat first
Player Of The Match	Hasan Mahmud
Result	Khulna Tigers won by 7 runs

The Tigers’ innings was anchored by a stellar performance from their top-order batsmen. The openers laid a solid foundation, with significant contributions that propelled the team to a formidable total. The middle-order capitalized on the momentum, ensuring a challenging target for Rajshahi.

Chasing a daunting target of 210, Rajshahi’s innings was highlighted by a valiant effort from their batsmen. Despite the mounting required run rate, the team kept pace with the chase, with key partnerships keeping them in contention. However, disciplined bowling in the death overs by the Tigers, particularly from Hasan Mahmud, who took 2 wickets for 25 runs, curtailed Rajshahi’s progress, leading to a narrow defeat.

Khulna Tigers, batting first, posted an imposing total of 209/4 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, Durbar Rajshahi mounted a spirited chase but ultimately fell short, finishing at 202/4, resulting in a narrow 7-run victory for the Tigers.

Khulna Tigers

• Strengths: Robust batting lineup capable of setting and chasing high totals.
• Effective death bowling, as demonstrated by Hasan Mahmud’s performance.
• Weaknesses: Occasional lapses in fielding, leading to extra runs.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Strengths: Resilient batting order capable of mounting significant chases.
• Ability to build crucial partnerships under pressure.
• Weaknesses: Bowling attack lacked penetration, allowing opponents to post high scores.

• Hasan Mahmud (Khulna Tigers): Awarded Player of the Match for his economical and impactful bowling, taking 2 wickets for 25 runs, crucial in the death overs.
• Anamul Haque (Durbar Rajshahi): Top-scored for his team, leading the chase with determination and skill.

• Hasan Mahmud (Khulna Tigers): His ability to bowl under pressure and deliver crucial breakthroughs makes him a player to watch in upcoming matches.
• Anamul Haque (Durbar Rajshahi): With consistent performances at the top of the order, Haque remains pivotal to Rajshahi’s batting fortunes.

The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium proved to be a batting paradise, offering consistent bounce and minimal assistance to bowlers. Batsmen from both teams capitalized on the favorable conditions, leading to a high-scoring encounter. Bowlers had to rely on variations and strategic field placements to contain the run flow.

Khulna Tigers

• Batting: Continue leveraging the strong top-order to set a solid foundation, allowing middle-order batsmen to play with freedom.
• Bowling: Focus on executing yorkers and slower deliveries in the death overs to restrict scoring.ns.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Batting: Aim to accelerate in the middle overs, ensuring a manageable required run rate in the death overs.
• Bowling: Develop strategies to take early wickets, applying pressure on the opposition’s middle order.

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

The Bangladesh Premier League matches are broadcast live on official sports networks and streamed online through authorized platforms. Fans are advised to check local listings for precise details.

The thrilling encounter between Khulna Tigers and Durbar Rajshahi added another exciting chapter to the BPL 2024-25 season. Both teams exhibited commendable performances, with the Tigers narrowly clinching victory. As the tournament progresses, such closely contested matches are anticipated to keep fans engaged and entertained.