Cricket Highlights, January 16: Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 (22nd Match) – KINGS vs KT

KINGS vs KT (22nd Match) – Highlights

The 22nd match of the Bangladesh Premier League 2025 saw Chittagong Kings deliver a commanding performance against Khulna Tigers in Chattogram, securing a convincing 45-run victory. The highlight of the match was Graham Clark’s scintillating century, which earned him the Player of the Match award. His explosive knock of 101 off just 50 balls set the foundation for Chittagong Kings’ imposing total of 200/7 in 20 overs.

Batting first, Chittagong Kings got off to a steady start despite the early loss of Usman Khan, who fell for 10 runs in the second over. Parvez Hossain Emon played a responsible innings, scoring 39 off 29 balls, providing a solid partnership with Graham Clark. Clark then took charge, playing a breathtaking innings that featured seven boundaries and six towering sixes. His strike rate of 202.00 was a testament to his aggressive intent. 

Chittagong maintained a healthy scoring rate, reaching 146/2 when Emon was dismissed in the 13th over. Despite a minor collapse in the latter overs, with Shamim Hossain (16), Haider Ali (1), and Shoriful Islam (0) departing in quick succession, the Kings still managed to reach the 200-run mark thanks to some useful contributions from Mohammad Mithun (11*) and Khaled Ahmed, who smashed a quickfire 7* off 2 balls.

Khulna Tigers’ bowling attack struggled to contain Chittagong’s batters, with only Salman Irshad (3/31) and Mohammad Nawaz (3/29) making significant inroads. Hasan Mahmud had a tough outing, conceding 52 runs in his four overs without picking up a wicket. Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby was also expensive, giving away 27 runs in just one over, further adding to Khulna’s woes.

Chasing a daunting target of 201, Khulna Tigers faltered early. Dom Sibley fell for just 3 runs in the second over, while Mohammad Naim (9) and Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz (19) perished within the first five overs. At 42/3, the Tigers were already on the back foot. Afif Hossain (20) and Darwish Rasooli (37) tried to rebuild the innings, but their efforts were cut short as wickets continued to tumble at regular intervals. Rasooli’s dismissal in the 14th over at 114/6 all but ended Khulna’s hopes of a successful chase.

Mohammad Nawaz (25 off 20) showed some fight, but his departure in the 16th over left the Tigers reeling at 126/7. With 75 runs needed from the final four overs, the lower order had too much to do. Mahidul Islam Ankon chipped in with 18 off 12 balls, but it was not enough to alter the outcome. The Tigers ultimately finished on 155/9, falling 45 runs short of their target.

Chittagong’s bowling attack was disciplined and effective. Arafat Sunny was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with figures of 3/25 in his four overs. Shoriful Islam and Khaled Ahmed supported well, taking two wickets each while maintaining tight economies. Mohammad Wasim and Al Islam also chipped in with a wicket each to ensure Khulna never got close to the target.

In the end, Chittagong Kings’ all-round performance, led by Graham Clark’s spectacular century and a clinical bowling effort, secured a dominant win. This victory will bolster their confidence as they move forward in the Bangladesh Premier League 2025, while Khulna Tigers will need to reassess their approach to bounce back in their upcoming matches.

Chittagong Kings vs Khulna Tigers Scoreboard 

Chittagong Kings – 139 (19.3)

Khulna Tigers – 145/2 (16/20)

Result – Chittagong won by 45 runs

Player of the match – Graham Clark

KINGS vs KT Playing XIs

Chittagong Kings

Parvez Hossain Emon, Usman Khan, Graham Clark, Shamim Hossain, Haider Ali, Mohammad Mithun(C)(WK), Mohammad Wasim, Shoriful Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Arafat Sunny, Al Islam

Khulna Tigers

Mohammad Naim, Dom Sibley, Mehidy Hasan Miraz(C), Afif Hossain, Darwish Rasooli, Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby, Mohammad Nawaz, Mahidul Islam Ankon(WK), Abu Hider, Hasan Mahmud, Salman Irshad

Disclaimer: These match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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