The 27th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 season featured an exhilarating contest between Dhaka Capital and Sylhet Strikers at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on January 20, 2025. Both teams showcased exceptional performances, culminating in a nail-biting finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

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Date	January 20, 2025
Venue	Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Dhaka Capital vs. Sylhet Strikers
Toss	Dhaka Capital, elected to bat first
Player Of The Match	Thisara Perera
Result	Dhaka Capital won by 6 runs

The innings was anchored by opener Litton Das, who scored a fluent 70 off 48 balls, including 4 fours and 4 sixes. Captain Thisara Perera provided a late surge with a blistering 37 off 17 deliveries, featuring 3 fours and 3 sixes, propelling the team to an imposing total. Contributions from Tanzid Hasan (22 off 16 balls) and Sabbir Rahman (24 off 21 balls) added depth to the innings.

Chasing 197, the Strikers’ innings was spearheaded by Zakir Hasan, who scored a valiant 65 off 42 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes. Despite a strong start, the middle order couldn’t maintain the required momentum. Thisara Perera’s all-round brilliance shone through as he claimed 2 crucial wickets for 31 runs, stifling the Strikers’ chase in the death overs.

Dhaka Capital, batting first, posted a formidable total of 196/6 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, Sylhet Strikers mounted a spirited chase but ultimately fell short, finishing at 190/7, resulting in a narrow 6-run victory for Dhaka.

Dhaka Capital

• Strengths: Robust top-order batting, capable of setting or chasing substantial totals.
• Effective death bowling, as demonstrated by Perera’s performance.
• Weaknesses: Middle-order inconsistency; reliance on top-order contributions.

Sylhet Strikers

• Strengths: Aggressive batting lineup with the ability to chase high targets.
• Weaknesses: Lack of depth in bowling attack, allowing opponents to post formidable totals.

• Thisara Perera (Dhaka Capital): Awarded Player of the Match for his all-round performance, scoring 37 runs off 17 balls and taking 2 wickets for 31 runs.
• Litton Das (Dhaka Capital): Anchored the innings with a well-crafted 70, setting a solid foundation for the team’s total.
• Zakir Hasan (Sylhet Strikers): Top-scored for his team with a resilient 65, keeping the chase alive.

• Thisara Perera (Dhaka Capital): His ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball makes him a valuable asset in upcoming matches.
• Zakir Hasan (Sylhet Strikers): With consistent performances, he remains a key figure in the Strikers’ batting lineup.

The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium offered a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batsmen who applied themselves were able to score freely, while bowlers who maintained disciplined lines and lengths found success. The outfield was quick, aiding boundary-scoring opportunities.

Dhaka Capital

• Batting: Focus on building partnerships at the top to provide a platform for middle-order acceleration.
• Bowling: Maintain consistent line and length, utilizing variations to unsettle batsmen.

Sylhet Strikers

• Batting: Strengthen middle-order resilience to prevent collapses; focus on rotating the strike and building partnerships.
• Bowling: Develop strategies to contain aggressive batsmen, possibly by introducing variations and setting defensive fields to curb boundary scoring.

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

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Dhaka Capital’s narrow victory over Sylhet Strikers underscores the competitive spirit of the BPL 2024-25 season. The match highlighted the importance of all-round performances and strategic execution in crucial moments. Both teams will look to build on this experience as the tournament progresses, aiming to refine their strategies for upcoming challenges.