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BPL 2024 Qualifier 2: Fight for final spot as Fortune Barishal take on Rangpur Riders

Tuesday, 27-Feb-2024
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In the qualifier 2 of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League, Fortune Barishal will be crossing the swords with Rangpur Riders on Wednesday at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. This match holds the key to the final of the tournament as the team losing this match will be existing the tournament, while the team winning this game will advance to the final of the tournament. With the stakes at an all-time high, this match will play a greater role to one of these teams securing a coveted spot in the final showdown.

Both Fortune Barishal and Rangpur Riders have showcased exceptional talent and determination throughout the tournament, making them formidable contenders. Their journey to Qualifier 2 has been marked by thrilling victories and stellar performances in their previous games.

Fortune Barishal had outplayed Chattogram Challengers in the Eliminator of the tournament, securing their place in the Qualifier 2. They will be high on confidence after coming off a win in their last game. Fortune Barishal enter this crucial encounter with confidence and determination.

Rangpur Riders, on the other hand, suffered their defeat against Comilla Victorians in the Qualifier 1, compelling them to reflect on their performance. However, they will be wary of the challenge from Fortune Barishal as they possess the spirit and ability to bounce back in difficult times. 

Head-to-head

Both teams have faced each other five times. Out of those five games, Fortune Barishal have won three games, while Rangpur Riders have recorded two victories. 

The final showdown, wherein Comilla Victorians have already secured their spot by beating Rangpur Riders in the Qualifier 1, will be held on Friday at the same venue. 

Rangpur Riders Probable XI: Rony Talukdar, Nicholas Pooran, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Nabi, Nurul Hasan (c&wk), James Neesham, Shamim Hossain, Abu Hider Rony, Hasan Mahmud, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Fortune Barishal Probable XI: Tamim Iqbal (c), Kyle Mayers, David Miller, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mahmudullah, Soumya Sarkar, James Fuller, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Saifuddin, Obed McCoy, Taijul Islam

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