The 50-over version of the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) is set to begin from March 8 following the inaugural edition of DPL T20, which ended last Monday with Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club becoming champions.

As most of the national players are currently on the tour of New Zealand, everyone's attention has now turned to Mashrafe Bin Mortaza's involvement in the tournament. Mashrafe is expected to be available to lead Abahani from their second match onwards after returning from a family trip abroad. Moreover, the overseas players are expected to arrive for the tournament soon.