BPL 2025-26: Predicting the top 3 player battles for Match 21

Rajshahi Warriors and Rangpur Riders will clash in match 21 of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL 2025-26) on January 11, 2026, at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet.

The Rangpur Riders have played five games thus far and have eight points after winning four games and losing one. The Rajshahi Warriors have also played five games and won four, having eight points.

Here are the predicted top 3 player battles for Match 21 of BPL 2025-26:

1. Najmul Hossain Shanto vs Mustafizur Rahman

Najmul Hossain Shanto has scored 204 runs at a strike rate of 144.68 in five games, with the best score of 101*. Shanto has been consistent in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League and will be the biggest threat to the opposition. If he goes on to get a big one, his team will post a good total.

Mustafizur Rahman has nine wickets at an economy of 6.94 in five games, with the best bowling of 3/24. Rahman is perhaps the best Bangladeshi bowler in the BPL 2025-26. He has picked wickets at will, and all of his wickets have come at an impressive economy rate. Expect him to trouble Shanto with the new ball and maybe dismiss him.

2. Dawid Malan vs. Tanzim Hasan Sakib

Dawid Malan hammered 196 runs at a strike rate of 107.69 in five games, with the best score of 63*. Malan’s batting is a perfect example of how to adapt to slow and spin-friendly pitches. He has turned from aggressor to anchor, and succeeded in his team’s plans.  

Tanzim Hasan Sakib has taken five wickets at an economy of 8.75 in five games. Sakib has few wickets to show for, but his skills have been admired by everyone. Sakib has taken the new ball and troubled the opposite batters with his speed and length variation.

3. Mahmudullah vs. Hasan Murad

Mahmudullah has scored 116 runs at a strike rate of 143.20 in five games, with a best score of 51. The veteran batter has shown how experience beats youth, and his runs have come at the rate of modern T20 cricket.

Hasan Murad has taken 13 wickets in 15 BPL games with an economy of 8.12. Murad will need to find his best to deceive and dismiss the experienced Mahmudullah, and their battles will be worth watching.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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