After being put in to bat by the Dhaka Capitals, the Rangpur Riders amassed a formidable total of 191 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, the Capitals managed to score 151 for 9, falling short by 40 runs.

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Date	December 30, 2025
Venue	Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
Tournament	Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25
Match	Dhaka Capitals vs. Rangpur Riders, 2nd Match, BPL 2024-25
Toss	Dhaka Capital, elected to field first
Player Of The Match	Khushdil Shah
Result	Rangpur Riders won by 40 runs

The Riders’ innings was anchored by significant contributions from their middle order, with Khushdil Shah explosive 46* off 23 balls being particularly noteworthy. The Capitals’ chase was hindered by regular wickets, with Mahedi Hasan’s impressive 4-wicket haul applying constant pressure.

Rangpur Riders

• Strengths: A deep batting lineup capable of accelerating in the latter overs; effective spin bowling options.
• Weaknesses: Early wickets lost, indicating potential vulnerability at the top order.

Dhaka Capitals

• Strengths: Strong opening partnership providing a solid foundation.
• Weaknesses: Middle-order collapses and inability to build partnerships under pressure.

Rangpur Riders

• Khushdil Shah (Rangpur Riders): Scored an unbeaten 46 off 23 balls and took 2 wickets for 15 runs, earning the Player of the Match award.
• Mahedi Hasan (Rangpur Riders): Claimed 4 wickets for 27 runs, dismantling the Capitals’ batting lineup.

Dhaka Capitals

• Litton Das (Dhaka Capitals): Top-scored for the Capitals with 31 runs off 27 balls, providing a steady start.

• Khushdil Shah: His all-round capabilities make him a pivotal player for the Riders.
• Mahedi Hasan: A reliable spinner with the ability to take crucial wickets.
• Litton Das: A consistent opener with the potential to anchor the innings.
• Thisara Perera: As captain, his leadership and all-round skills are vital for the team’s success.

The Shere Bangla National Stadium pitch offered assistance to both batsmen and bowlers. While batsmen enjoyed value for their shots, spinners found turn and bounce, making it a balanced contest between bat and ball.

Rangpur Riders

• Batting: Focused on building partnerships and accelerating in the death overs.
• Bowling: Utilized spin effectively to break partnerships and contain runs.

Dhaka Capitals

• Batting: Aimed for a strong start but faltered due to middle-order collapses.
• Bowling: Struggled to contain runs in the latter stages, allowing the Riders to post a challenging total.

• Umpires: Mahfuzur Rahman and Raveendra Wimalasiri officiated the match, ensuring fair play.
• Third Umpire: Gazi Sohel
• Match Referee: Akhtar Ahmad
• TV Umpires: Gazi Sohel
• Reserve Umpire: Muhammad Kamruzzaman

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The Rangpur Riders have set a strong precedent with their comprehensive victory, showcasing depth in both batting and bowling. The Dhaka Capitals will need to reassess their strategies, particularly addressing middle-order stability, as the tournament progresses.