Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals Match 11 Match Commentary: Bangladesh Premier League, 2024-25

4.06pm  Right then, the Rangpur Riders claim their fifth win of the tournament in 5 games and are riding high on the points table. The Bangladesh Premier League moves ahead to it's second game of the double header day. The game is between the Fortune Barishal and the Sylhet Strikers at 6 pm IST (12.30 pm GMT). But you can always join us early for all the pre match excitement. till then, have a good time!

4.03pm  Rangpur Riders captain Nurul Hasan credits his team’s unbeaten run of five wins to a collective effort. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus, staying grounded, and continuing to follow the processes that have brought them success so far. Nurul acknowledges that while conditions are beyond their control, their unity and adherence to strategy will be key as the tournament progresses.

4.02pm  The Player of the Match, Nahid Rana expresses his happiness and satisfaction in contributing to his team's success. He shares that his approach was straightforward, focusing on assessing the wicket and bowling at the right line and lengths. Rana emphasizes that sticking to the basics and targeting the correct areas played a key role in his performance.

3.58pm  ... TIME FOR THE PRESENTATIONS ...

3.57pm  Dhaka Capitals captain Thisara Perera expresses disappointment after the team’s fourth consecutive loss, citing the need for a discussion about their batting lineup. He clarifies that there were only three changes to the team, not six, and emphasizes that they fielded their best combination with a balanced batting and bowling lineup. However, Perera acknowledges that the batting unit failed to perform cohesively, which led to their continued struggles.

3.57pm  In the chase, Alex Hales gave the Riders a flying start, smashing a brisk 46, continuing his brilliant form, fresh from a century in the previous game. The middle-order duo of Iftikhar Ahmed and Khushdil Shah then steadied the innings, staying unbeaten to complete the chase in just 13.2 overs. This emphatic win underscores the Riders’ dominance in the tournament as they continue their unbeaten streak.

3.56pm  It the first innings, Nahid Rana spearheaded the attack with impressive figures of 3/21, supported by Akif Javed for his 2/13 and Khushdil Shah with 2/14. The disciplined effort restricted Dhaka to a modest total of 111 in just 16.3 overs, with only Mohammad Saifuddin going wicketless. Nurul Hasan led the team brilliantly and today, all the plans were working for the Rangpur Riders. Nahid Rana getting back with 3 wickets after being expensive in the previous game with no wickets looks line a superb turn around for the Rangpur Riders.

3.54pm  Thats the end! The Rangpur Riders have claimed their 5th victory in 5 games and are crusing ahead on the points table! The Rangpur Riders delivered a commanding performance, securing their fifth consecutive victory of the season with a dominant 7-wicket win over the Dhaka Capitals. Winning the toss, the Riders opted to bowl first and unleashed a clinical bowling display.