The Rangpur Riders will face the Khulna Tigers in the 39th match of BPL 2025 at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka, on Thursday, January 30, at 1:00 PM IST.
Rangpur Riders, the table-toppers, have already secured a spot in the qualifiers but are coming off two consecutive losses against Durbar Rajshahi, including a narrow 2-run defeat. While their batting struggled, Khushdil Shah impressed with three wickets. Despite setbacks, they remain on top with 16 points and a +1.070 NRR.
Meanwhile, Khulna Tigers lost their last game against Fortune Barishal by 5 wickets. Mohammad Naim starred with 51 off 27 balls, while Abu Hider took two wickets. With 8 points and a -0.175 NRR from ten matches, they currently sit fifth in the standings.
Sher-e-Bangla Stadium Pitch Report
Fast bowlers may experience additional bounce and seam movement, especially when using the fresh ball in the morning. The pitch will give the spinners quick turns as the game progresses.
As the ball ages, the pace of the track will favor scoring runs, particularly against the fast bowlers. But if they bowl in the appropriate places, spinners may dominate over the course of the five days. The victor of the toss will probably decide to bat first because batting will get more difficult as the game goes on.
Sher-e-Bangla Stadium Stats in T20Is
Total Matches | 75 |
Matches won batting first | 36 |
Matches won bowling first | 39 |
Average 1st Innings Score | 139 |
Average 2nd Innings Score | 121 |
Highest Total Recorded | 211/4 (20 Ovs) – BAN vs WI |
Lowest Total Recorded | 60/10 (16.5 Ovs) – NZ vs BAN |
Highest Score Chased | 194/4 (16.4 Ovs) – SL vs BAN |
Lowest Score Defended | 85/10 (19.5 Ovs) – RSAW vs BANW |
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