In a commanding performance at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, the Khulna Tigers defeated Durdanto Dhaka with a convincing 10-wicket win—only the fourth in the history of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL)—on Sunday in Sylhet.
Opting to bat first, Durdanto Dhaka posted a total of 130 for 9 in their allotted 20 overs, featuring a steady 35 from Saim Ayub and a noteworthy 41 from Mohammad Naim.
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However, a collective effort from the Khulna Tigers' bowlers, led by Mohammad Nawaz with three wickets, restrained Dhaka from gaining momentum. The middle order struggled, concluding their innings at a modest run rate of 6.50.
In response, the Khulna Tigers' openers, led by Anamul Haque, displayed exceptional batting prowess. Anamul's unbeaten 58 off 48 deliveries, including 4 boundaries and 2 sixes, along with Afif Hossain's quickfire 37 off 27, ensured a swift chase.
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Evin Lewis, who retired hurt after contributing 26 runs, had already set the tone for Khulna Tigers. While reaching the target, Khulna did not lose a wicket, securing the victory by 10 wickets with 32 balls remaining.
The Durdanto Dhaka bowlers struggled to break through the Khulna Tigers' solid batting display, with none of them managing to claim a wicket. Taskin Ahmed, Mosaddek Hossain, and Saim Ayub were among those who couldn't find a breakthrough.
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With this win, Khulna dethroned Chattogram Challengers from the top of the points table. The Challengers had claimed the top spot with a win over Sylhet Strikers in the first match of the same day.