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Match 25, Chattogram, January 19, 2025, 01:00 PM

3825 flag safari Chittagong Kings
121/8(20.0ov)
2513 flag safari Fortune Barishal
122/4(16.5ov)

Fortune Barishal beat Chittagong Kings by 6 wickets

Best Batsmen
R
B
4S
6S
SR
56
41
3
2
136.58
Best Bowler
O
R
W
Econ
4
12
3
3
Man of the Match
Dawid Malan
Commentry
Right then, that is it from this game where Fortune Barishal moves to the second place while Chittagong Kings suffer back-to-back defeats. However, don't go anywhere as we have another match in the Bangladesh Premier League 2024/25 as Durbar Rajashahi takes on the Khulna Tigers. The first ball of that encounter is not far away, but for now, you can just switch tabs to enjoy all the build-up to it. Cheers!
Tamim Iqbal, the victorious skipper of Fortune Barishal says that the bowlers bowled extremely well. Mentions that they were confused at the toss, about whether to bat or bowl. Adds that it was a tricky wicket to bat on, and a bit patchy in the middle. Further mentions that they lost wickets towards the start and that made it difficult for them to chase it. Further adds that the groundsmen have done a fantastic job and worked hard to provide good wickets. Says that this is probably the best wickets that the Bangladesh Premier League has had in the last couple of years. Mentions that some of the batters didn't apply themselves, which they should have, he concluded.
Dawid Malan is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his fine half-century. He says that it was not the easiest of wickets at all. Adds that it usually gets slower later on and credits the bowlers for restricting the Kings to 120. Tells that if they were chasing 140, they would have had to attack much earlier. Mentions they lost a few wickets at crucial times and the partnerships were important. Says that Mohammad Nabi took the pressure off him, and so did Mahmudullah when he came and hit a few lusty blows. Ends by saying that he is very happy with the win.
Mohammad Mithun, the captain of Chittagong Kings says that it didn't look like a 200 wicket and more of a 150 wicket. Mentions that it was a bit tricky and they lost way too many wickets in the Powerplay. Adds that the bowlers did well and gave us a bit of hope but the wicket got a bit better later on and in the end, 120 wasn't enough. Further mentions that in T20 cricket, you don't have enough time to recover and will have to step up from the next game, he concluded.
Presentation Time...
Earlier in the game, Chittagong Kings struggled to post a competitive total, with only their skipper Mohammad Mithun showing some resistance, supported by brief contributions from Usman Khan and Arafat Sunny. Fortune Barishal’s bowlers were exceptional, with Faheem Ashraf and Ripon Mondol sharing six wickets evenly, while Tanvir Islam added two more to the tally. Defending the modest target, CK started strong with a run-out, and Khaled Ahmed striking twice, supported by Sunny’s breakthrough, putting Barishal under pressure. However, they couldn’t maintain the momentum and ultimately fell short, as the lack of runs proved costly.
Fortune Barishal’s chase began in disaster, losing two early wickets and then their senior pros, Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah, in quick succession. The pressure was immense, but Dawid Malan, determined to make amends for his skipper’s run-out, delivered a masterclass. With calmness and precision, he anchored the innings, finding the perfect ally in veteran Mohammad Nabi. Their brilliant 69-run stand turned the game on its head, with Malan finishing unbeaten on a superb 56 to seal a convincing win!
Fortune Barishal secures a commanding victory! Although the scorecard suggests an effortless chase, it wasn't all smooth sailing. The Chittagong Kings s caused a stir early on, putting Barishal under pressure. However, they weathered the storm and crossed the finish line with over three overs to spare.
In over# 17
1
4
1
2
0
Khaled Ahmed 27/2(3.5)
16.5
1
WINNING RUNS! Pitched up outside off. Mohammad Nabi smacks it towards long on for a single. And that is that for the chase. Fortune Barishal win by 6 wickets!
16.4
4
FOUR! SCORES LEVEL! Banged in short, angled towards the batter. Mohammad Nabi pulls it away handsomely towards the deep backward square leg fence for a boundary.
16.3
1
Full toss, outside off. Dawid Malan caresses it towards sweeper cover for a single.
16.2
2
Pitched up outside off, Dawid Malan drills it past cover, towards wide of long off for a brace.
16.1
.
Fuller and on middle, Dawid Malan knocks it back to the bowler.
Strategic Break! The result is inevitable here as Fortune Barishal needs just 8 runs in 4 overs. Chittagong Kings showed some early fight defending the target, but after that ,it was smooth sailing for the visitors.
In over# 16
2
1wd
4
0
1
2
1wd
2
1wd
Binura Fernando 22/0(3)
15.6
2
Short and outside off, Mohammad Nabi reaches for it and slaps it wide of sweeper covers for a couple of runs.
15.6
1wd
Hard length but well outside off, Mohammad Nabi leaves it alone. Wided. Fortune Barishal are 10 runs away from the win now.
15.5
4
FOUR! Nicely done! A low full toss, outside off, attempted slower one. Mohammad Nabi knows third man is up in the circle, opens the face of his bat to steer it past that fielder for a boundary.

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