The win, decided by the DLS method, propelled Rangpur into the tournament final, where they will face Australia’s Victoria team on Saturday.

Batting first in a rain-shortened 9-over match, Rangpur posted a strong 85 for 1. Lahore was set a revised target of 111 but could only manage 87 for 7, falling short despite a spirited fightback.

Rangpur’s openers, Soumya Sarkar and Steven Taylor, continued their aggressive form, giving the team a flying start. The opening over produced 14 runs, and Soumya smashed two consecutive boundaries off Asif Afridi before being bowled for 22 off 13 balls. Taylor anchored the innings with a composed 32 off 27 balls, while Saif Hasan added a crucial 27 off 14, hitting four boundaries and a six.

Defending 111, Mehidy Hasan set the tone with a sensational first over, claiming three wickets, including a run-out and two dismissals in consecutive deliveries. He returned in his second over to dismiss Mohammad Akhlaq, despite conceding two boundaries in his final two deliveries.

Lahore’s Tom Abell provided a glimmer of hope, smashing four consecutive boundaries off Rishad Hossain in one over. However, Jack Chappell dismissed Abell for 25 off 12, halting the momentum. Kamrul Islam Rabbi delivered the decisive blow by removing Mirza Baig (31), who had kept Lahore in contention.

With three teams, including Rangpur, tied on four points, net run rate proved crucial in determining the finalists. Rangpur emerged ahead, earning a place in the championship match. The Riders will now face Victoria for the coveted GSL title.