bpl 2024

BPL marks month of Language Movement

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) matches on Friday had a special theme, marking the month of February – a month when the sacrifices made by the martyrs of the Language Movement in 1952 are remembered.

‘It pains me that Riyad doesn’t play Tests’

Durdanto Dhaka head coach and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Khaled Mahmud Sujon said that Mahmudullah Riyad’s retirement from Tests still ‘hurts’ him. 

Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib feels 'at home' in Bangladesh

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib has been in fantastic hitting form, as evidenced by his performance in the recent India series. Thus the 32-year-old's inclusion in the Durdanto Dhaka roster has injected new life into the franchise's Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) campaign. During an interview with Abdullah Al Mehdi of The Daily Star, Naib discusses the Bangladesh players, Afghanistan's ODI World Cup exploits last year, and why Afghan players are in demand in global franchise leagues.

'Mid-range BPL needs local talents in its core'

Arnold shared his thoughts on Bangladesh cricket and the BPL and more with The Daily Star.

Green gallery turning grey

The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS) is the only stadium in Bangladesh to house a green gallery, lying westward from the media centre, making it one of the most picturesque international grounds in the world.

'Gradually improving' Shakib's presence vital for Rangpur

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan did not bat and conceded 41 in his quota of four overs but his side Rangpur Riders still emerged victorious against holders Comilla Victorians by eight runs in a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) fixture yesterday.

Barishal’s Shehzad and Mahmudullah hand Sylhet fifth straight defeat

Fortune Barishal batters Mohammad Shahzad and Mahmudullah hit fifties and pacer Mohammad Imran scalped a four-wicket haul thump bottom-placed Sylhet Sixers by 49 runs in a Bangladesh Premier League fixture in Sylhet on Tuesday. 

Local batters not standing out this BPL

The ongoing edition of the Bangladesh Premier League was to be used for gearing up the local stars for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in June. However, in terms of performance, that has not happened so far.

Anamul guides Khulna to fourth straight win 

Khulna Tigers skipper Anamul Hauqe Bijoy led his side to a 10-wicket win over Durdanto Dhaka with a fifty in a Bangladesh Premier fixture at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Monday. 

February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024

BPL marks month of Language Movement

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) matches on Friday had a special theme, marking the month of February – a month when the sacrifices made by the martyrs of the Language Movement in 1952 are remembered.

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

‘It pains me that Riyad doesn’t play Tests’

Durdanto Dhaka head coach and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director Khaled Mahmud Sujon said that Mahmudullah Riyad’s retirement from Tests still ‘hurts’ him. 

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib feels 'at home' in Bangladesh

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib has been in fantastic hitting form, as evidenced by his performance in the recent India series. Thus the 32-year-old's inclusion in the Durdanto Dhaka roster has injected new life into the franchise's Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) campaign. During an interview with Abdullah Al Mehdi of The Daily Star, Naib discusses the Bangladesh players, Afghanistan's ODI World Cup exploits last year, and why Afghan players are in demand in global franchise leagues.

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

'Mid-range BPL needs local talents in its core'

Arnold shared his thoughts on Bangladesh cricket and the BPL and more with The Daily Star.

January 31, 2024
January 31, 2024

Green gallery turning grey

The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS) is the only stadium in Bangladesh to house a green gallery, lying westward from the media centre, making it one of the most picturesque international grounds in the world.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

'Gradually improving' Shakib's presence vital for Rangpur

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan did not bat and conceded 41 in his quota of four overs but his side Rangpur Riders still emerged victorious against holders Comilla Victorians by eight runs in a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) fixture yesterday.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

Barishal’s Shehzad and Mahmudullah hand Sylhet fifth straight defeat

Fortune Barishal batters Mohammad Shahzad and Mahmudullah hit fifties and pacer Mohammad Imran scalped a four-wicket haul thump bottom-placed Sylhet Sixers by 49 runs in a Bangladesh Premier League fixture in Sylhet on Tuesday. 

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

Local batters not standing out this BPL

The ongoing edition of the Bangladesh Premier League was to be used for gearing up the local stars for the forthcoming T20 World Cup in June. However, in terms of performance, that has not happened so far.

January 29, 2024
January 29, 2024

Anamul guides Khulna to fourth straight win 

Khulna Tigers skipper Anamul Hauqe Bijoy led his side to a 10-wicket win over Durdanto Dhaka with a fifty in a Bangladesh Premier fixture at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Monday. 

January 28, 2024
January 28, 2024

Struggling Shakib seeks Salauddin's tips

Rangpur Riders’ star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan had a busy day in training at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The 36-year-old warmed up with a session of football with a few of Khulna Tigers players before heading to the outdoor nets where he was seen receiving tips from Comilla Victorians head coach Mohammad Salauddin, who has been his long-time mentor. Photos: Firoz Ahmed 

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