Match 22, Chattogram, January 16, 2025, 06:00 PM
Chittagong Kings
200/7(20.0ov)
Khulna Tigers
155/9(20.0ov)
Chittagong Kings beat Khulna Tigers by 45 runs
Best Batsmen
R
B
4S
6S
SR
Best Bowler
O
R
W
Econ
Man of the Match
Graham Clark
Commentry
Right then, that is it from this game where Chittagong Kings move to the second spot while Khulna Tigers need to come back stronger in the next one. We have another double header in the Bangladesh Premier League 2024/25 on 17th January, Friday. In the afternoon, Durbar Rajshahi will take on Sylhet Strikers at 1.30 pm IST (8 am GMT), and in the evening it is a big clash between Chittagong Kings and Rangpur Riders at 6.30 pm IST (1 pm GMT). But as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up to both matches. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
Mohammad Mithunm, the victorious skipper of Chittagong Kings says that this is a special win for them. Adds that they know their limitations, but everyone did their job perfectly. Acknowledges the home crowd and says this is their first home game, and the crowd was loud and brilliant. Mentions that Arafat Sunny is one of the best bowlers in BPL, the second-highest wicket-taker in history and he delivered.
Graham Clark is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his stunning hundred. He says that it was great to do it in front of the home crowd. Adds that when you have so much depth in the batting, you can play freely up front. Mentions that it was his night tonight, it will be someone else's tomorrow, and that's how cricket goes. Says that when you have wickets in hand, you can accelerate later on and that is exactly what they did. Ends by saying that he is enjoying the change from Durham to Bangladesh.
Mehidy Hasan, the captain of Khulna Tigers says that he thought that dew would come in like Sylht, but that was not the case. Adds that they lost the momentum with the bat as they only looked for the big shots. Tells that Salman Irshad and Mohammad Nawaz bowled really well to pull things back towards the end. Mentions that they failed to stitch up partnerships like their opponents, which made the difference. Ends by saying that 200 was chasable here, and they need to revisit the drawing board.
Presentation Time...
Earlier in the game, Chittagong Kings put up an imposing total, though they could have added even more. Graham Clark's sensational century was the standout, with Parvez Hossain Emon providing solid support at the top. For the Khulna Tigers, Salman Irshad and Mohammad Nawaz stood out with three wickets each, while Abu Hider chipped in with one. In the defense, it was a complete team effort from the Kings. Arafat Sunny led the way with a three-wicket haul, and the rest of the bowlers chipped in effectively to secure a convincing victory.
Khulna Tigers never seemed to be in the chase. Early setbacks saw them lose three wickets in the Powerplay, including skipper Mehidy Hasan, who managed only a few aggressive shots before falling. A shuffled batting order didn’t help their cause and backfired entirely. While Mohammad Nawaz and Darwish Rasooli offered a glimmer of hope with a steady partnership, their dismissals triggered a collapse, leaving the Tigers 45 runs short of the target.
Chittagong Kings are on a dream run, securing their fourth consecutive victory! They kick off their home leg in style, carrying heaps of confidence and momentum into their crucial clash against the table-toppers, Rangpur Riders. Meanwhile, the Khulna Tigers are faltering at a critical juncture and must regroup quickly to stay in contention for a top-four spot.
In over# 20
1
1
1
1lb
1
0
Mohammad Wasim 31/1(4)
19.6
1
On middle. Mahmud nudges it through mid-wicket and takes a single. That's the end of the game. A massive win for the hosts.
19.5
1
On middle. This is nudged on the leg side for one more.
19.4
1
Around off. Mahmud pushes it towards cover for one.
19.3
1lb
Shorter and on the pads. Irshad looks to pull but no connection. It hits the pad and rolls on the leg side. A leg bye taken.
19.2
1
Fuller and outside off. This is hit through covers for one.
19.1
.
Outside off. Fuller. Hasan looks to drive but misses.
In over# 19
1
1
0
0W
6
2
Shoriful Islam 30/2(4)
18.6
1
Fuller and on off. This is driven towards mid off for one.
18.5
1
On middle. This is worked through mid-wicket. A run taken.
18.4
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Outside off. Fuller. Irshad looks to cut but misses.
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