BRSAL vs KT (30th Match) – Highlights
In this article, we will discuss the thrilling encounter between Fortune Barishal and Khulna Tigers in the 30th match of BRSAL vs KT of the Bangladesh Premier League, held on January 22, 2025, at Chattogram. It was a closely fought contest that saw Fortune Barishal emerge victorious by a narrow margin of 7 runs. Both teams displayed remarkable resilience and competitive spirit, with Barishal’s disciplined bowling and key contributions from their batters proving to be the decisive factor.
Batting first, Fortune Barishal faced early setbacks as Mehidy Hasan Miraz wreaked havoc with the ball. He dismissed captain Tamim Iqbal for a golden duck and bowled Dawid Malan on the very next delivery, leaving Barishal reeling at 1/2 in the first over. Mushfiqur Rahim followed soon after, getting run out due to sharp fielding by Aamer Jamal and Mahidul Islam Ankon.
With the team struggling at 16/3, Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah began the rebuilding process. Hridoy played a steady knock of 36 off 30 balls, while Mahmudullah anchored the innings with a responsible 50 off 45 deliveries, featuring three boundaries and two sixes.
The standout performance came from Rishad Hossain, who smashed a quickfire 39 off just 19 balls, including five boundaries and a six, giving the Barishal innings much-needed momentum in the death overs. Tanvir Islam also chipped in with a rapid 12 off 4 balls, ensuring Barishal posted a competitive total of 167/9. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was the pick of the bowlers for Khulna Tigers, claiming 3/35, while Salman Irshad bowled economically and took two crucial wickets for just 19 runs.
Chasing 168, Khulna Tigers began on a shaky note as opener Imrul Kayes was dismissed for a duck in the second over by Jahandad Khan. However, Mohammad Naim led the charge with a magnificent 77 off 59 balls, laced with four boundaries and six towering sixes.
Naim was well-supported by Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who scored 33 off 29 balls, forming a crucial partnership to stabilize the innings. Despite losing Alex Ross cheaply, Afif Hossain injected some urgency into the chase with a brisk 27 off 17 balls, but his dismissal in the 18th over shifted the momentum back to Barishal.
In the end, Khulna Tigers needed 13 runs off the final over with Mohammad Naim still at the crease. However, Rishad Hossain held his nerve and dismissed the set batter in the penultimate delivery, effectively sealing the game for Barishal. Jahandad Khan’s impressive 2/20 and Mohammad Nabi’s economical 1/19 were instrumental in restricting the Tigers to 160/6.
This victory highlighted Barishal’s depth in both batting and bowling, as they overcame early setbacks to defend a challenging total successfully. It was a nail-biting contest that underscored the unpredictability and excitement of T20 cricket.
Fortune Barishal vs Khulna Tigers Scoreboard
Fortune Barishal– 167/9
Khulna Tigers– 160/6(20/20)
Result – Barishal won by 7 runs
Player of the Match – Rishad Hossain
BRSAL vs KT Playing Eleven
Fortune Barishal
Towhid Hridoy, Tamim Iqbal(C), Dawid Malan, Mushfiqur Rahim(WK), Mahmudullah, Mohammad Nabi, Faheem Ashraf, Rishad Hossain, Jahandad Khan, Tanvir Islam, Ripon Mondol
Khulna Tigers
Mohammad Naim, Imrul Kayes, Mehidy Hasan Miraz(C), Alex Ross, Afif Hossain, Mahidul Islam Ankon(WK), William Bosisto, Aamer Jamal, Ziaur Rahman, Nasum Ahmed, 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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