The 18th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 season witnessed a spectacular performance by Dhaka Capital as they faced Durbar Rajshahi at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on January 12, 2025. Dhaka’s formidable batting lineup set unprecedented records, leading to a comprehensive victory.

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Date	January 12, 2025
Venue	Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Dhaka Capital vs. Durbar Rajshahi
Toss	Durbar Rajshahi, elected to field first
Player Of The Match	Litton Das
Result	Dhaka Capital won by 149 runs

The opening pair of Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan orchestrated a record-breaking partnership, adding 241 runs for the first wicket. Litton Das remained unbeaten on 125 off 55 balls, featuring 10 fours and 9 sixes, while Tanzid Hasan contributed 108 off 64 deliveries, including 6 fours and 8 sixes. Their partnership is the highest for any wicket in T20s for Dhaka Capital, surpassing the previous record of 129 runs.

Chasing an imposing target, Rajshahi’s innings faltered early with the loss of Mohammad Haris for a duck. Ryan Burl provided some resistance with an unbeaten 47 off 32 balls, but lacked support from the other end. Dhaka’s bowlers, led by Abu Jayed (2/15) and Mosaddek Hossain (2/16), maintained pressure, leading to Rajshahi’s dismissal for 105.

Opting to bat first, Dhaka Capital amassed a colossal total of 254/1 in their 20 overs, propelled by scintillating centuries from openers Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan. In response, Durbar Rajshahi struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 105 in 15.2 overs, resulting in a dominant 149-run victory for Dhaka.

Dhaka Capital

• Strengths: Explosive top-order batting, capable of setting or chasing formidable totals. Disciplined bowling attack that capitalizes on opposition weaknesses.
• Weaknesses: Limited exposure of the middle and lower order due to dominant opening partnerships, which could be a concern if early wickets fall in future matches.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Strengths: Presence of impactful players like Ryan Burl who can anchor the innings.
• Weaknesses: Fragile top-order susceptible to early collapses. Bowling unit struggled to contain aggressive batting, leading to high economy rates.

Dhaka Capital

• Litton Das (Dhaka Capital): Awarded Player of the Match for his unbeaten 125 off 55 balls and two catches.
• Tanzid Hasan (Dhaka Capital): Scored a commanding 108 off 64 balls, contributing significantly to the record partnership.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Ryan Burl (Durbar Rajshahi): Top-scored for his team with an unbeaten 47 off 32 balls, showcasing resilience amidst a collapsing lineup.

• Litton Das (Dhaka Capital): His current form and ability to play match-defining innings make him a crucial player in upcoming fixtures.
• Ryan Burl (Durbar Rajshahi): Demonstrated potential to stabilize and accelerate the innings; his performance will be vital for Rajshahi’s future matches.

The Sylhet pitch proved to be a batting paradise, offering consistent bounce and minimal assistance to bowlers. Batsmen who applied themselves were able to score freely, as evidenced by the high-scoring innings from Dhaka’s openers. Bowlers had to rely on variations and strategic field placements to contain the run flow.

Dhaka Capital

• Batting: Continue leveraging the strong opening pair to set a solid foundation, allowing middle-order batsmen to play with freedom.
• Bowling: Maintain disciplined line and length, focusing on early breakthroughs to disrupt opposition’s game plan.

Durbar Rajshahi

• Batting: Address top-order vulnerabilities by focusing on building partnerships and rotating the strike effectively.
• Bowling: Develop strategies to contain aggressive batsmen, possibly by introducing variations and setting defensive fields to curb boundary scoring.

• On-field Umpires: Asif Yaqoob and Masudur Rahman
• TV Umpire: Morshed Ali Khan
• Reserve Umpire: Shafeen Shareef
• Match Referee: Neeyamur Rashid

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Dhaka Capital’s emphatic victory over Durbar Rajshahi underscores their dominance in the BPL 2024-25 season. The record-breaking performances by Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan not only set new benchmarks but also send a strong message to other contenders. As the tournament progresses, teams will need to strategize effectively to challenge Dhaka’s formidable form.