Celebrity Cricket League: Who's playing for whom?

The stars of the silver screen are gearing up to showcase their cricketing prowess on the field. The "Celebrity Cricket League" (CCL), a star-studded cricket league, featuring Bangladesh's showbiz stars, is all set to take the indoor stadium of the capital Mirpur by storm. The tournament is scheduled to run from September 26 to September 28, promising three days filled with thrilling cricket action and entertainment.

Organised by G Next Generation, the CCL will see showbiz stars competing in eight teams, each comprising 10 to 15 players. What makes this event even more special is the inclusion of both male and female stars in each team, adding an extra layer of excitement to the games.

Leading these star-studded teams are eight renowned producers, they are– Gias Uddin Selim, Salahuddin Lavlu, Shihab Shaheen, Chayanika Chowdhury, Dipankar Dipon, Shokal Ahmed, Mostafa Kamal Raz, and Raihan Rafi. 

The team rosters boast some of Bangladesh's favourite stars. Gias Uddin Selim's team includes Shamol Mawla and Moushumi Hamid, while Salahuddin Lavlu's lineup features Chanchal Chowdhury, Shahnaz Khushi, Bappy Chowdhury, Niloy Alamgir, Dibya Jyoti, Shommo Jyoti, and producer Tuhin Hossain, amongst others.

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Producer Shihab Shaheen's team boasts the likes of Arifin Shuvoo, Mithila, and Safa Kabir. Chayanika Chowdhury's team will see Porimani and Tama Mirza in action, while Dipankar Dipon's team includes ABM Suman, Sunerah Binte Kamal, and Ziaul Roshan.

Mostafa Kamal Raj's team features Sariful Razz and Mehazabien, and Raihan Rafi's lineup includes Afran Nisho and Siam Ahmed.

Producer Salahuddin Lavlu expressed his excitement about the cricket league, emphasizing the importance of emotional support for cricketers. He stated, "Bangladesh is set to play in the Cricket World Cup, which is a matter of great pride for us. We hope that Bangladesh emerges victorious in the World Cup. Our efforts with the Celebrity Cricket League are aimed at boosting the spirits of our national cricket team."

Echoing the same sentiment, Dipankar Dipon shared his thoughts on the event, saying, "The CCL is a fantastic event, and our participation is fueled by our passion for cricket. Beyond this, our national cricket team will participate in future World Cups, and we are organising this event to show our support and encouragement. I believe the entire event will be thoroughly enjoyable."

Chayanika Chowdhury added, "Being able to represent your own team in such an event is truly incredible. This cricket tournament will feature eight teams, each with beloved stars. I hope this three-day match becomes a festival for everyone to cherish."

In addition to the thrilling matches, there is an enticing prize of more than TK 1 lakh for the winning team, along with a prestigious trophy.