BPL
Fans flock to Mirpur for BPL playoffs
In the first of the day’s two matches, Fortune Barishal and Chattogram Challengers are facing off in the eliminator
26 February 2024, 07:06 AM
'You either don't like me or don't understand the game'
“By saying that I’m not among the runs, do you mean to say that I was supposed to score heavily in 12 out of 12 matches?”
25 February 2024, 14:23 PM
Hathurusingha 'often turns TV off when watching BPL'
Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha has likened the Bangladesh Premier League to a circus, saying he does not even watch the franchise T20 tournament. The Sri Lankan born coach also said some of the players who play in the BPL are not of any standard, during an interview with ESPNcricinfo.
25 February 2024, 05:09 AM
‘I don’t want to confine myself to one format’
'I have the desire to represent Bangladesh across all three formats as I don’t want to confine myself to a particular format'
25 February 2024, 03:00 AM
Jaker again makes his case for national team
Comilla Victorians’ wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali Anik once again showed his ability as a finisher in this year’s Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) yesterday, further strengthening his case for a call up to the Bangladesh Twenty20 squad.
24 February 2024, 01:00 AM
Sylhet win dead rubber over Khulna
Sylhet Strikers capped off their Bangladesh Premier League 2024 campaign with a six-wicket win over Khulna Tigers in Dhaka on Friday.
23 February 2024, 16:33 PM
Tamim, Taijul steer Barishal into BPL playoffs
Fortune Barishal skipper Tamim Iqbal and left-arm spinner Taijul Islam starred in a six-wicket win over defending champions Comilla Victorians in the Bangladesh Premier League in Dhaka on Friday.
23 February 2024, 11:53 AM
Last shake-up for local stars before international assignments
The Bangladesh Premier League’s (BPL) last day’s round robin fixtures would settle the eliminator line-up as the tournament gears towards climax. But for local stars, the focus would very much turn to Bangladesh’s upcoming series against Sri Lanka in March.
23 February 2024, 01:00 AM
A thirst for thrillers as BPL nears climax
After 40 matches played in the Bangladesh Premier League's (BPL) 10th instalment, with the last day of the group stage fixtures scheduled for today at Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla National stadium, the intensity of the tournament in terms of the number of competitive matches materialised is an aspect worth scrutinising.
22 February 2024, 01:00 AM
In Pictures: Ton-up Tanzid’s unbridled celebration
Here is a look at Tanzid Hasan Tamim's celebration after reaching the three-figure mark in pictures
20 February 2024, 09:46 AM
Tanzid Tamim dazzles with explosive ton
Tanzid made 116 off 65 balls in a brilliantly paced innings where he hit eight fours and the same number of sixes
20 February 2024, 09:15 AM
Sitting out of the XI is never fun, says Rony
“Sitting out of the XI is never fun. It always plays in the back of your mind.”
20 February 2024, 08:41 AM
Liton upset despite career-best T20 score
Despite scoring a career-best 85 off 58 balls, Liton Das was unable to take Comilla Victorians over the line as the defending champions suffered a 12-run defeat against Sylhet Strikers in the Bangladesh Premier League in Chattogram on Monday.
19 February 2024, 14:13 PM
Shakib wins battle against Tamim in Chattogram
It took Rangpur Riders superstar Shakib Al Hasan only one ball to take out Fortune Barishal skipper Tamim Iqbal in their Bangladesh Premier League encounter in Chattogram yesterday.
19 February 2024, 13:11 PM
Liton's lone fight in vain
Liton’s innings, which contained seven fours and three sixes, and a 14-ball 23 from Andre Russell were not enough to get Comilla over the line
19 February 2024, 11:06 AM
Shoriful hopes to carry over BPL form into T20 World Cup
Shoriful is leading the wicket-takers list in this year’s BPL, having taken 22 wickets in 12 matches at an average of just 15.86.
19 February 2024, 06:04 AM
BPL playoffs race heating up
The playoff stage of the Bangladesh Premier League is beginning to take shape as the league phase is coming to an end. The race for the top four spots is heating up. With the business end of the tournament looming, star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has found his touch with the bat. He is making up ground on his pre-set standards and once again is in contention for a Player of the Tournament award.
18 February 2024, 15:32 PM
Narine makes himself at home
Comilla Victorians spinner Sunil Narine made himsleft at home and enjoyed the welcoming weather of Spring as he sipped on a green coconut to quench his thirst in the rising heat during his side’s training session at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on Sunday. The 35-year-old Caribbean superstar is set to star in a game for Comilla, who play Sylhet Strikers on Monday in the day game. Photos: Firoz Ahmed
18 February 2024, 12:52 PM
Salahuddin among Moeen's ‘top 5’ coaches
“I am surprised he is not the head coach for Bangladesh. I am not sure if he’s ever done it but he is one of the best I have worked with. He is definitely in my top five,” Moeen told the media yesterday.
18 February 2024, 07:30 AM
No internal damage on Mustafizur's head, franchise confirms
Comilla Victorians and Bangladesh national team pacer Mustafizur Rahman did not suffer any internal damage to his head, confirmed the franchise through a statement.
18 February 2024, 07:26 AM