BPL

‘No reason to step down’, says Faruque

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Faruque Ahmed has stated that he has no intention of stepping down from his role, despite growing criticism and internal pressure.

BPL teams to get ticket sales revenue

The governing council of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) today announced that franchises who have complied with player payment obligations last season will receive a portion of ticket sales revenue.

Rakib stars in Kings’ 7-2 thumping of Fakirerpool

In Cumilla, the match between Mohammedan SC and Rahmatganj SC at the District Stadium was abandoned due to inclement weather after 18 minutes of play, with Mohammedan leading 2-1.

‘I was fighting for a BPL title for so long’

I'm so happy. After six long years at Mohammedan, I’ve made it and we’ve won the league. So Alhamdulillah, we are champions. I was fighting for this one for so long.

Mohammedan, Abahani play out a dull draw

Abahani missed out on a great opportunity to cut Mohammedan’s four-point lead in the Bangladesh Premier League after being held to a goalless draw by their archrivals in their 12th round match in Cumilla on Saturday.

BFF's financial motive hindering club football?

“BFF runs with financial help from FIFA. One of FIFA’s guidelines states that if a country’s professional league lasts for six months, the federation will receive USD 50,000. Instead of protecting the clubs, the BFF is chasing that allocation,” said Brothers Union manager Amer Khan.

BCB to find new window for BPL

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Faruque Ahmed held a meeting with former Bangladesh captains at the BCB premises today to discuss how to develop the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and to take their opinion on what could be the best possible window to hold the tournament.

BPL champions’ chaotic reception in Barishal

Team owner Mizanur Rahman, who was present with his family, was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and said, “We dedicate this victory to the martyrs of July. This victory is not just ours; it’s the victory of the people of Barishal.”

‘Always believed I can do well in T20s’

Mahidul Islam Ankon was the surprise package of the just-concluded Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The wicketkeeper-batter, who is better known for his steadfast run-making, plundered 316 runs in 12 innings for Khulna Tigers as a finisher with an astonishing strike-rate of 174.58 – the highest among all batters with at least 300 runs in BPL 11.

February 5, 2025
February 5, 2025

‘No one remembers No.2’

Chittagong Kings pacer Khaled Ahmed has remained almost stoic in the face of personal tragedy and emerged as his team’s highest wicket-taker in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) with 19 wickets.

February 4, 2025
February 4, 2025

Sunny reported for suspect action

Chittagong King’s left-arm spinner Arafat Sunny has been flagged by the umpires for suspect bowling action in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

February 3, 2025
February 3, 2025

Khushdil’s absence, locals losing steam cost us: Ashraful  

Rangpur Riders assistant coach Mohammad Ashraful blamed his team’s unexpected exit from the Bangladesh Premier League T20 on the absence of Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah and the inconsistency dished out by local talents. 

February 3, 2025
February 3, 2025

Rangpur fly in Russell, Khulna Hetmyer hours before eliminator clash

Rangpur Riders and Khulna Tigers have flown in some big names from overseas mere hours before their eliminator clash set to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur today.

February 3, 2025
February 3, 2025

Rajshahi owner promises to clear payments by Feb 10 on interrogation

Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise Durbar Rajshahi’s owner Md Shafiq Rahman has promised to complete the payment of all their players, support staff and also clear other related dues by February 10, said a media release from the ministry of youth and sports on Monday.

February 3, 2025
February 3, 2025

Marquee foreign players uncertain for BPL playoffs

Pre-tournament favourites Fortune Barishal and Rangpur Riders are in a scramble against time and circumstance to secure the services of marquee foreign players for the knockout phase of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), which begins in Mirpur today.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Rajshahi’s overseas players, coaching staff to leave Dhaka from tonight 

After a series of drama, Durbar Rajshahi's foreign players and coaching staff are set to leave Bangladesh tonight after completing their stint in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League. 

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

When are the BPL playoffs and final?

After 42 matches over more than a month, the Bangladesh Premier League has finally reached the playoffs stage, with four teams out of seven remaining in the title race.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Neutral body to aid BPL fixing probe

A Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official yesterday said that the board has decided to form an independent inquiry body to support the Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) investigations regarding the alleged match and spot-fixing issues in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

February 1, 2025
February 1, 2025

Local players have played better than foreign recruits: Khulna coach

Khulna Tigers head coach Talha Zubaer on Saturday credited his local players for qualification into the playoffs of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League T20.