Naim’s century boosts Khulna to keep play-off hopes alive
Naim Sheikh hits a century against Rangpur, Cricfrenzy
The hero of Khulna’s victory was opener Naim Sheikh, whose century powered the team to a massive total of 220/4.
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In response, despite a fighting fifty from Soumya Sarkar, Rangpur struggled to chase the target. Other batters failed to make a significant impact, and Nurul Hasan Sohan’s side was restricted to 174/9.
Winning the toss and electing to bat, Khulna got off to an explosive start. Naim Sheikh played a sensational unbeaten knock of 111 runs off 62 balls, smashing eight sixes and seven fours.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz contributed a quick 21 off 12 balls with two sixes and a four. William Bosisto added 36 off 21 balls, while Mahidul Islam Ankon chipped in with a handy 29 off 15 deliveries.
In reply, Rangpur’s innings revolved around Soumya, who scored 74 off 48 balls, hitting six fours and five sixes. However, he couldn’t accelerate at the right moment to take his team close to victory.
Iftikhar Ahmed added 19 off 15 balls, while Sheikh Mehedi contributed 27 off 14 balls with two fours and two sixes.
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Khulna’s bowling attack, led by pacer Mushfik Hasan, dismantled Rangpur’s batting lineup. Mushfik was outstanding, taking 3 wickets for just 24 runs in 4 overs.
Mohammad Nawaz was also effective, grabbing 2 wickets for 8 runs in a single over. Hasan Mahmud bowled economically, conceding only 20 runs in 4 overs while picking up 1 wicket.
However, Abu Hider Rony proved expensive, leaking 54 runs in his 4-over spell.
With this victory, Khulna Tigers keep their Super Four dreams alive, while Rangpur Riders' slump continues in the BPL.
He was well supported by Mahidul Islam Ankon, who added a quick 29 off 14 balls. The duo put on a crucial 70-run stand for the fourth wicket.
For Rangpur, Mehedi and Javed took one wicket each. The result of this match will determine whether Khulna can keep their playoff hopes alive in the ongoing BPL season.
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