Cricket Highlights, Jan 09: Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 (14th Match) – DKA vs KINGS

DKA vs KINGS (14th Match) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling encounter between Dhaka Capital and Chittagong Kings of DKA vs KINGS in the 14th match of the Bangladesh Premier League 2025, held under the lights at Sylhet. The match showcased high-octane cricket, with both teams delivering standout performances. Dhaka Capital set a challenging target of 178 runs, thanks to a solid batting effort from their middle order. However, Chittagong Kings, led by their top-order batsmen, executed a composed chase, clinching victory by 7 wickets with three balls to spare. 

Dhaka Capital‘s innings began on a shaky note, with opener Jason Roy departing for just 1 run in the first over, stumped off the bowling of Al Islam. Tanzid Hasan and Stephen Eskinazi then attempted to stabilize the innings but struggled to build momentum. Eskinazi fell cheaply for 5 runs, bowled by Khaled Ahmed. Tanzid managed to anchor one end with a patient knock of 54 off 48 balls, which included four boundaries and two sixes.

The real fireworks for Dhaka came from Sabbir Rahman, who produced a sensational innings, smashing 82 runs off just 33 balls. Displaying immense power and timing, Sabbir hit three fours and an incredible nine sixes, propelling Dhaka to a competitive total. Farmanullah contributed a handy 10 not out of nine balls towards the end, while extras added a valuable 15 runs to the total. Khaled Ahmed was the standout bowler for Chittagong Kings, claiming 3 wickets for just 21 runs in his 4 overs, while Al Islam and Mohammad Wasim chipped in with a wicket each.

Chasing 178, Chittagong Kings started briskly with openers Parvez Hossain Emon and Usman Khan. Parvez scored 17 off 16 before falling to Farmanullah, but Usman Khan carried on with a blistering 55 off 33 balls, including seven boundaries and three sixes. Usman’s departure in the 12th over brought Graham Clark to the crease, who added 39 runs off 32 balls, playing a steady hand in the middle overs.

The match tilted further in Chittagong’s favor thanks to an unbeaten partnership between skipper Mohammad Mithun and Shamim Hossain. Mithun played a captain’s knock, scoring 33 off 22 balls with two boundaries and two sixes, while Shamim dazzled with an explosive 30 off just 14 deliveries. His innings, which included four boundaries and a six, ensured Chittagong crossed the finish line comfortably in 19.3 overs.

Dhaka’s bowling attack, led by Mustafizur Rahman and Farmanullah, managed to pick up a wicket each but failed to contain the opposition. Mosaddek Hossain also chipped in with a wicket, but the overall effort wasn’t enough to defend the total.

This thrilling encounter highlighted the depth of talent in the BPL, with standout performances from Sabbir Rahman and Khaled Ahmed for Dhaka, and Usman Khan, Shamim Hossain, and Mohammad Mithun for Chittagong, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next clash.

Dhaka Capital vs Chittagong Kings Scoreboard

Dhaka Capital- 177/5

Chittagong Kings– 180/3 (19.3/20)

Result – Chittagong won by 7 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Khaled Ahmed

DKA vs KINGS Playing Eleven

Dhaka Capital

Jason Roy, Tanzid Hasan, Stephen Eskinazi(WK), Shahadat Hossain, Sabbir Rahman, Thisara Perera(C), Farmanullah, Mosaddek Hossain, Mukidul Islam, Nazmul Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

Chittagong Kings

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

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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