Durbar Rajshahi, batting first, set a competitive total of 168 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, Fortune Barishal chased down the target, scoring 169 for 3 in 17.3 overs, clinching the match with 15 balls to spare.

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Date	January 6, 2025
Venue	Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Durbar Rajshahi vs. Fortune Barishal, 10th Match, BPL 2024-25
Toss	Fortune Barishal, elected to field first
Player Of The Match	Tamim Iqbal
Result	Barishal won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Durbar Rajshahi’s innings was anchored by their top-order batsmen, who laid a solid foundation. However, Fortune Barishal’s bowlers managed to contain the scoring in the latter stages, preventing a late surge. In reply, Fortune Barishal’s batting lineup, led by a stellar performance from their captain, ensured a comfortable chase, maintaining a brisk scoring rate throughout.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Strengths: Strong top-order batting and effective use of powerplay overs.
• Weaknesses: Inability to accelerate in the death overs and lack of penetration in bowling during the middle overs.

Fortune Barishal

• Strengths: Balanced batting lineup with the ability to chase challenging totals and disciplined bowling attack.
• Weaknesses: Early wickets lost during the chase, which could be a concern against stronger bowling attacks.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Mohor Sheikh: Was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets, though he proved expensive.

Fortune Barishal

• Tamim Iqbal: The captain led from the front with an unbeaten 86 off 48 balls, including 11 fours and 3 sixes, steering his team to victory.
• Kyle Mayers: Provided a quickfire 24 off 11 balls, setting the tone for the chase.
• Mushfiqur Rahim: Contributed a steady 34* off 24 balls, ensuring there were no hiccups in the chase.

• Tamim Iqbal: In sublime form, his leadership and batting are crucial for Barishal’s campaign.
• Kyle Mayers: His all-round abilities provide balance to the side.

The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium pitch offered a balanced contest between bat and ball. While batsmen enjoyed the true bounce, bowlers who hit the right areas were rewarded. The outfield was quick, aiding boundary-scoring.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Batting: Focus on accelerating during the middle overs and capitalizing fully on the death overs.
• Bowling: Develop strategies to contain aggressive batsmen like Tamim Iqbal and execute better during crucial phases.

Fortune Barishal

• Batting: Continue leveraging the experience of senior players to anchor chases.
• Bowling: Maintain discipline in line and length, especially in the death overs, to restrict opponents effectively.

• Umpires: Asif Yaqoob
• Third Umpire: Moniruzzaman
• Match Referee: Akhtar Ahmad
• TV Umpires: Tanvir Ahmed
• Reserve Umpire: Ali Imran

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Fortune Barishal’s comprehensive victory over Durbar Rajshahi underscores their status as strong contenders in the BPL 2024-25. With key players in form and strategies clicking, they are a team to watch as the tournament progresses. Durbar Rajshahi, while showing promise, will need to address their shortcomings to bounce back in upcoming matches.