After winning the inaugural title last year, Nurul Hasan Sohan's side aims for consecutive championships to solidify its dominance as they are going for a bumper prize of USD 1 million.
With a $10,000 performance bonus already announced and history within reach, the Riders enter the final high on confidence.
Rangpur’s unbeaten run to the final included a win over Guyana in the opener, a thrilling 1-run victory against Hobart Hurricanes, and an 8-run triumph over Dubai Capitals. Head coach Mohammad Ashraful credited experience and adaptability, noting 150-160 as a winning score in challenging conditions.
He praised captain Nurul’s composed leadership and pacer Khaled Ahmed’s standout form—10 wickets in 3 games. “Nurul’s calm presence lifts the bowlers’ confidence,” Ashraful said, adding that scoring in Georgetown requires patience, as even poor deliveries are tough to dispatch.
Guyana, meanwhile, recovered from their early loss to Rangpur with a strong win over Hobart to book their spot in the final. Backed by home support and hungry for revenge, they’ll pose a serious threat.
