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ICC U-19 World Cup: Bangladesh taste first victory beating Ireland by six wickets
Former champions Bangladesh tasted their first victory in their second Group A match of the 16-team ICC U-19 Men's Cricket World Cup'24, beating Ireland by six wickets at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa, on Monday.
Bangladesh, the champions of 2020, made a frustrating start in global youth cricket, losing to defending champions India by a huge 84-run in their first match at Bloemfontein in South Africa on Saturday.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh to play Ireland on Monday
In the day's match, chasing a target of 236 runs, Bangladesh faced no trouble to reach their ultimate goal, scoring 239 runs for the loss of four wickets in 46.5 overs, featuring two good partnerships in the first and fifth wicket stands.
Ahrar Amin and Shihab James scored an unbeaten 109 runs in the 5th wicket partnership to carry the team towards victory, while Ashiqur Rahman Shibli and Adil Bin Siddik laid a good foundation.scoring 90 runs in 19.1 overs in the opening stand.
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Opener Ashiqur Rahman Shibli contributed 44 runs off 60 balls, featuring three boundaries, while another opener, Adil Bin Siddik, scored 63-ball 36 runs, also hitting three fours.
Number five Ahrar Amin made an unconquered 45 runs off 63 balls, hitting three fours and a six, while number six Shihab James scored an unconquered 55 runs off 54 balls with five fours.
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Later, Shihab was adjudged the man of the match.
Earlier, Chowdhury Md Rizwan and Ariful Islam scored 21 and 13 runs, respectively, for Bangladesh.
Scott Macbeth grabbed two Bangladesh wickets for 41 runs.
Earlier, sent into bat first, Ireland, riding on a polished 90 runs by Kian Hilton, scored a modest total of 235 runs for 8 in the stipulated 50 overs.
Two down Kian Hilton furnished his 113-ball, 90-run innings with 11 fours and a six.
Besides, opener Jordan Naill scored 47-ball 31 runs, hitting five fours; Scott Macbeth contributed 53-ball 27 runs, featuring two boundaries; and John McNally made 24-ball 23 runs with a boundary. These were the other main contributors for Ireland.
Teenage left-arm medium pacer Maruf Mridha, who claimed five wickets against India in the first match today (Monday), took two Irish wickets for 45 runs.
Sheikh Paervez Jibon also captured two wickets for 54 runs, while captain Mahfurur Rahman Rabby and Rafiuzzaman Rafi bagged one wicket each, conceding 27 and 42 runs, respectively.
In the remaining Group A match, Bangladesh will play the United States on January 26, also at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
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Juairiya Ferdous of Mass Communication and Journalism Department emerged champion in the Shamsun Nahar Hall Annual Sports Competition of Dhaka University held at University Central playground on Monday.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh to play Ireland on Monday
Nilufa Yesmin of History Department finished runner-up in the day -long meet.
Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration) of Dhaka University Prof Dr Muhammad Samad inauguarated the meet as the chief guest Monday morning.
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Provost of Shamsun Nahar Hall Prof Dr Lafifa Jamal presided over the inaugural function.
University teachers, hall employees and volunteers also took part in the 24 events of the meet alongside the students.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh suffer a huge 84- run defeat against holders India
After the meet, DU Treasurer Prof Momtaz Uddin Ahmed distributed the prizes among the winners in the afternoon.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh to play Ireland on Monday
Former champions Bangladesh will play their 2nd Group A match of the 16-team ICC U-19 Men's Cricket World Cup'24 against Ireland on Monday (January 22) at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
Bangladesh, the champions of 2020, made a frustrating start in the global Youth Cricket, losing to defending champions India by a huge 84-run in their first match at Bloemfontein in South Africa Saturday night despite a five-wicket by pacer Maruf Mridha.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh suffer a huge 84- run defeat against holders India
In another Group A match on Saturday, Ireland made a good start beating Unites States by seven wickets at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
However, left-arm spinner cum captain Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby, who led the Bangladesh team to win the first-ever U-19 Asia Cup crown very recently, will lead the Bangladesh team against Ireland on Monday to revive their proud and glory.
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After the first round matches, Ireland and India dominated the four-team Group A securing two points each with a run rate of +2.674 and +1.680 respectively.
Bangladesh remained at the 3rd slot in the group by virtue of a run rate (-1.680) while United States remained at the bottom with a run rate (2.680), without earning any point.
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In the remaining Group A match, Bangladesh will play United States on January 26, also at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
Sania Mirza’s Family Confirms Her Divorce from Shoaib Malik
Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza's family has officially confirmed the end of her marriage to Pakistani cricket star Shoaib Malik.
The confirmation surfaced a day after Shoaib posted images with his newlywed wife, Sana Javed, a Pakistani actress.
Sania and Shoaib had tied the knot in 2010, sparking immense interest among cricket fans, particularly from India and Pakistan.
“Sania has always kept her personal life away from the public eye,” reads a statement from the Mirza family. “However, today the need has arisen for her to share that Shoaib and she have been divorced for a few months now. She wishes Shoaib well for his new journey ahead!”
While Sania is currently engrossed in the commentary box at the Australian Open, Shoaib is busy playing in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).
Sania and Shoaib share parenthood of a son, who lives with Sania.
ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup: Bangladesh suffer a huge 84- run defeat against holders India
Former champions Bangladesh suffered a huge 84 runs defeat against holders India in their first appearance in the 16-team ICC U-19 Men's Cricket World Cup'24 held at Bloemfontein in South Africa on Saturday night.
Hosts South Africa made a good start beating West Indies by 31 runs in the opening match at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom on Friday while Ireland beat Unites States by seven wickets at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein in the other opening day's fixture.
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In the day's match, left-arm spinner cum captain Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby, who also led the Bangladesh team to win the first-ever U-19 Asia Cup crown very recently, today won the toss and sent India to bat first.
Going to bat first, India piled up a comfortable 251 for the loss of seven wickets in stipulated 50 overs with opener Adarsh Singh scoring 76 and two down batter cum captain Uday Saharan making 64 runs.
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Later, Adarsh Singh was adjudged man of the match.
Maruf Mridha was the successful among Bangladesh bowlers claiming five wickets for 43 runs in eight overs with a maiden.
Replying to Indian mammoth total, Bangladesh team were all out for 167 runs in 45.5 overs with Shihab James and Ariful Islam are the main contributors scoring 54 anf 41 runs respectively.
Saumy Pandey took four Bangladesh conceding 24 runs in 9.5 overs with a maiden.
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In the day's other match, England beat Scotland by seven wickets on Saturday.
Bangladesh team, the champions of 2020, which was placed in Group A with India, United States and Ireland, will play Ireland on January 22 at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein and United States on January 26 at the same venue in the remaining group matches.
BPL 2024: Nahid, Faheeim shine as Khulna Tigers Beat Chattogram Challengers
Khulna Tigers clinched an easy win defeating the Chattogram Challengers by 4 wickets with 10 balls to spare in the 4th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024 on Saturday at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Chattogram Challengers, batting first, faced early setbacks but managed to post a competitive total of 121 in their allotted 20 overs on the tricky surface of Mirpur.
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Shohidul Islam's 40 and contributions from Najibullah Zadran (24) anchored their innings.
For the Tigers, Nahidul Islam and Faheem Ashraf shone with the ball. While Nahid took four wickets, Faheem took three.
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In response, Khulna Tigers encountered some hiccups but skillful contributions from Mahmudul Hasan Joy (39) and Faheem Ashraf's unbeaten 15 guided them to victory.
Shohidul Islam and Al-Amin Hossain took crucial wickets for the Challengers, but that were not enough for them to avoid a defeat.
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BPL will have a rest day on January 21st, and it will resume on January 22nd at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium before traveling to Sylhet.
Shakib Heads to Singapore for Eye Treatment, Further BPL Participation in Jeopardy
Bangladesh cricket star Shakib Al Hasan, currently representing Rangpur Riders in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), is scheduled to fly to Singapore on Sunday for a medical consultation concerning his persisting eye problems.
Ahead of the BPL commencement on Friday, Shakib returned from the UK after seeking medical advice for his eyes. However, it appears that the cricketer continues to grapple with discomfort in his eyes.
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Jalal Yunus, the Cricket Operations Chairman of BCB, confirmed that Shakib is going to Singapore to see a doctor.
“Yes, he is traveling to Singapore tomorrow,” he said on Saturday. “Whether he can continue playing in the BPL depends on the doctors' recommendations. He will have to follow their advice. BPL will miss Shakib.”
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Shakib has been contending with eye issues since the late last year's World Cup in India. In media interviews, he expressed the difficulty he faced in performing due to eye-related problems.
Despite this, Shakib played for the Riders on Saturday and took two wickets against Fortune Barisal.
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“Our team highly values Shakib,” remarked Nurul Hasan Shohan, Shakib's captain in the BPL, during a press conference on Saturday. “I believe he has been struggling with his eyes for the last few days. The doctors will determine his condition.”
BPL Football: Former champions Dhaka Abahani, Dhaka Mohammedan win
Former champions Dhaka Abahani Ltd and Federation Cup champions Dhaka Mohammedan SC maintained their winning run in the 4th round of the 10-team ABG Bashundhara Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) Football at two separate venues across the countries on Saturday.
Dhaka Abahani registered the 2nd sucessive win beating another former champions Sheikh Russel KC by 3-1 goals at the Sheikh Fazlul Haque Moni Stadium in Gopalganj.
They dominated the first half by 2-0 goals.
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Brazilian midfielder Jonathon Fernandes put Abahani ahead in the 12th minute (1-0) while St. Vincent forward Stewart doubled the Abahani margin in the stoppage time of the first half (45+2 minute).
Local striker Sumon Reza pulled the Sheikh Russel margin one back scoring one goal in the 73rd minute ( 2-1).
Later, Stewart sealed the fate of the match scoring his 2nd goal in the 85th minute (3-1).
Dhaka Mohammedan SC maintained their 2nd slot intact in the league table beating Bangladesh Police FC by 3-2 goals at the Rafiq Uddin Bhuiyan Stadium in Mymensingh.
The match was locked in 1-1 goals in the first half.
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Local forward Jafar Iqbal scored first for Dhaka Mohammedan in the 27th minute (1-0) while Colombian booter Palacios leveled the margin for Police in the 34th minute (1-1).
Uzbek booter Muzaffarov again put Mohammedan ahead in the 70th minute (2-1) while Mali forward Souleymane Diabate further widen the Mohammedan margin in the 78th minute (3-1).
Later, Shahed Miah reduced the Police FC margin scoring one more goal in the 84th minute (3-2).
After the day's 4th round matches, Dhaka Mohammedan SC maintained their 2nd slot in the league table securing ten points with three wins and draw while Dhaka Abahani Ltd remained at the 3rd slot securing seven points with two wins, one draw and one defeat
BPL and Independence Cup champions Bashundhara Kings comfortably dominated the league table with all win record securing full 12 points from straight four matches.
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The day's other league match between two lowly teams --Chittagong Abahani Ltd and Brothers Union Club-- ended in 2-2 draw at the Bir Shreshtha Fl Lt Matiur Rahman Stadium in Munshiganj.
Former national striker Mahbubur Rahman Sufil scored both the goals for Brothers Union in the 12th and 53rd minutes while Mannaf Rabby and Nasir Chowdhury scored one each for Ctg Abahani in the 80th and 82rd minutes.
The 5th round matches will be held on next Friday and Saturday.
BPL 2024: Fortune Barishal triumphs over Rangpur Riders
In a riveting clash at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Fortune Barishal secured a nail-biting victory over Rangpur Riders, winning by 5 wickets with just 5 balls to spare in the third match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024.
Rangpur Riders, batting first, faced early setbacks as they posted a challenging yet precarious total of 134/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Shamim Hossain's resilient 34 and contributions from other middle-order batsmen anchored their innings.
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Khaled Ahmed shone with the ball, claiming a remarkable 4 wickets for Fortune Barishal. Mehidy Hasan Miraz took two wickets for them.
In response, Fortune Barishal faced hiccups, but skillful contributions from Tamim Iqbal (35), Mushfiqur Rahim (26), and a composed innings by Shoaib Malik (17*), guided them to victory. Mahmudullah Riayd’s quick 19 off 11 balls was also important for them.
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Shakib Al Hasan and Hasan Murad tried to stage a comeback for Rangpur Riders with 2 wickets each, but Fortune Barishal held their nerve.
In the second match of the day, Chattogram Challengers will take on Khulna Tigers at the same venue.
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Debutant Durdanto Dhaka had an impressive start to their Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) journey, defeating defending champions Comilla Victorians by five wickets on Friday.
With Dhaka's victory, the new season of BPL commenced at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Dhaka won the toss and chose to field, restricting Victorians to 143 for six in 20 overs.
Imrul Kayes contributed 66, and Towhid Hridoy added 47 runs for the Victorians. Shoriful Islam stole the limelight with his maiden hat-trick in the last three balls of the innings.
Shoriful claimed three wickets, while Taskin Ahmed took two for Dhaka.
In response, Dhaka successfully chased the target of 144 with five wickets and four balls in hand.
Mohammad Naim and Danushka Gunathilaka's 100-run partnership in the first wicket set the stage for Dhaka's victory. Naim scored 52 off 40 balls, while Danushka contributed 41. Irfan Sukkur added 24 runs.
For Comilla, Tanvir Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman took two wickets each, but their efforts fell short of avoiding defeat.
The first match of BPL witnessed nearly a full-house spectators at the stadium.
In the second match of the opening day of BPL 2024, Sylhet Strikers will face the Chattogram Challengers.