Match Center

The stage is set for the grand finale, as six weeks of intense cricket action culminates in an epic title showdown. Fortune Barishal, who have displayed remarkable consistency throughout the tournament, face off against the resilient Chittagong Kings in a rematch of Qualifier 1. While Barishal earned direct passage to the final after winning that encounter, the Kings showed tremendous character by battling their way through the second Qualifier to set up this mouth-watering clash. Fortune Barishal's victory in Qualifier 1 perfectly exemplified their tournament’s trend, with their bowlers laying the foundation by restricting the opposition to a modest total before their batters expertly sealed the chase. This proven formula has become their hallmark, particularly in run chases. Their top order has been rock solid, with Tamim Iqbal, Towhid Hridoy, and Dawid Malan consistently providing strong starts, while the experienced pair of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah have anchored the middle order masterfully. Their well-rounded squad boasts impressive depth, featuring quality all-rounders who contribute significantly with both bat and ball. The bowling attack packs a real punch, spearheaded by Rishad Hossain's crafty spin and Ebadot Hossain's pace duties. The Chittagong Kings have taken a more challenging path to the final, bouncing back impressively after their setback against Fortune Barishal in Qualifier 1. Their resilience came to the fore in a nail-biting Qualifier 2 victory over Khulna Tigers, where they held their nerve in a last-ball thriller. The successful run chase was architected by key performances from opener Khawaja Nafay and middle-order dynamo Hussain Talat. The Chittagong Kings' campaign has been defined by their remarkable ability to unearth match-winners across different encounters. The likes of Parvez Hossain Emon, Graham Clark, and Shamim Hossain have all stepped up with crucial performances at various stages, and the team will be banking on these top run-scorers to deliver one final masterclass. While their bowling unit has seen some fluctuations in form, the pace battery comprising Binura Fernando, Shoriful Islam, and Aliss Al Islam has been particularly impressive, consistently troubling opposition batters with their skill and variety. This marks the second consecutive final for the defending champions Fortune Barisal while the Chittagong Kings have qualified to this level only after 2013, where they finished as the runners-up. Will Tamim’s men defend their title, or can the Kings show their muscle this time around? The iconic Shere Bangla Stadium awaits a thriller of a grand finale!