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CLAIM NOWChattogram Challengers vs Rangpur Riders, BPL, Today Match Prediction 16 February 2024
Toss Winner - Rangpur Riders won the toss and choose to bat first
Rangpur Riders beat Chattogram Challengers by 18 runs
Rangpur Riders defeated Chattogram Challengers quite comfortably last week.
- Chattogram Challengers’s batting unit has been underperforming over the last few games.
- Rangpur Riders have won four of their last five matches against Chattogram Challengers.
- This can be a high-scoring contest and a score of around 180 will be par.
Rangpur Riders are favorites to win this match.
| Tournament: | Bangladesh Premier League, 2024 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chittagong, Bangladesh |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 27.0°C|Mist |
CGC vs RGR Match Prediction & Analysis
Chattogram Challengers will face Rangpur Riders in the Bangladesh Premier League's 34th match on Friday at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. Chattogram Challengers are presently ranked third in the rankings, with five victories and a net run rate of -0.884. Meanwhile, Rangpur Riders lead the table with seven victories and an amazing net run rate of +1.870.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
CGC
L L W L W
CGC
166/10 in 16.3 10.06
239/3 in 20.0 11.95
158/6 in 20.0 7.9
211/3 in 20.0 10.55
145/5 in 20.0 7.25
129/8 in 20.0 6.45
72/10 in 16.3 4.36
73/3 in 9.2 7.82
137/4 in 20.0 6.85
138/2 in 17.4 7.81
RGR
W W W W W
RGR
158/6 in 20.0 7.9
211/3 in 20.0 10.55
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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135/3 in 16.0
BPL 2023
132/8 in 20.0
TEAMS PREVIEW
Chattogram Challengers Preview
After a disappointing season where they found themselves at the bottom of the points table, Chattogram Challengers have bounced back with strong cricket performances this year, showing confidence as they look ahead to the remaining matches. They are coming off a thumping 73-run loss to Comilla Victorians, where they were bowled out for just 166 while chasing a humongous target of 240.
The batting lineup has experienced a dip in form recently, highlighting an urgent issue that demands attention. Tanzid Hasan has been the top performer, collecting 183 runs over 8 matches with an impressive strike rate of 123. In the previous game too, he made an attractive 41 off 24 balls against Comilla.
Following him closely are Shahadat Hossain (174 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 105) and Tom Bruce (153 runs in 5 matches at 139).
The team's bowling success heavily hinges on Bilal Khan's ability to claim wickets. With a tally of 10 wickets in 8 matches, he boasts an average of 28.90 and an economy rate of 8.67. Following his lead is Al Amin Hossain, who has 8 wickets in 9 matches with an economy rate of 8.62.
Chattogram Challengers Predicted Playing XI:
Josh Brown, Tanzid Hasan, Tom Bruce (wk), Shykat Ali, Shahadat Hossain, Curtis Campher, Shuvagata Hom (c), Shohidul Islam, Nihaduzzaman, Bilal Khan, Al-Amin Hossain
Chattogram Challengers Key Players From Previous Game Of Bangladesh Premier League, 2024
Chattogram Challengers Actual Playing XI:
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Shuvagata Hom, Shykat Ali, Ziaur Rahman, Bilal Khan, Shohidul Islam, Salauddin Sakil, Nihaduzzaman, Josh Brown, Tom Bruce, Romario Shepherd
Rangpur Riders Preview
Each victory brings Rangpur Riders closer to playoff qualification, as they assert their supremacy in the league. Despite early losses to Khulna Tigers and Fortune Barishgal, the team's impressive performance thereafter has firmly solidified their position.
The Riders are coming off a massive 78-run win against Khulna Tigers, where they blasted 219-5 after batting first and bowled out the opposition for just 141.
Babar Azam leads the team's batting charts, amassing 251 runs in 6 matches at an average of 50.20 and a strike rate of 114. Following closely is Nurul Hasan, with 198 runs in 8 matches, averaging 39.60 and striking at 144. Babar was rested in the previous match, but the star batter is likely to play this game.
Rangpur Riders will be delighted with the fact that Shakib Al Hasan (69 off 31 balls) and Mahedi Hasan (60 off 36 balls) got some useful runs in the previous match against Khulna. This will give the batting unit more confidence as they gear up for the playoffs.
The crux of their strength lies in their bowling contingent, which comprises some of the premier talents in the game. Mahedi Hasan leads the charge with an impressive haul of 13 wickets in 9 matches, operating at an economy rate of 6.41. In close pursuit is Shakib Al Hasan, with 13 wickets in 8 matches and an economy of 6.23.
Hasan Mahmud has also been impressive, taking 10 wickets at 7.40.
Rangpur Riders Predicted Playing XI:
Rony Talukdar, Babar Azam, Shakib Al Hasan, Michael Rippon, Nurul Hasan (c) (wk), Hasan Murad, Fazle Mahmud, Salman Irshad, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Hasan Mahmud
Rangpur Riders Key Players From Previous Game Of Bangladesh Premier League, 2024
Rangpur Riders Actual Playing XI:
Brandon King, Rony Talukdar, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan, Nurul Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Hasan Murad, James Neesham, Reeza Hendricks, Dwaine Pretorius
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The first two games played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium this season produced batting beauties, where batsmen could hit through the line and milk bowlers all around the wicket. Bowlers failed to contain the run flow and even spinners were carted. It remains to be seen if we get the same wicket for this match. However, since this will only be the sixth match of the season to be played here, we expect the surface to still be batting-friendly. Spinners might get help during the middle overs by then.
The weather in Chattogram will be very warm and hazy. There is no chance of rain and we will get a full game.
CGC vs RGR Pitch Report
The average first innings score at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in T20 cricket is around the 165-run mark. However, as we saw in the first two matches played here this season, this venue can produce some high-scoring encounters. The highest total posted on this ground is 239, achieved by Rangpur Riders in 2019 and Comilla Victorians in the first match played here this year.
Toss: To Bat
In the first match played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, the team batting first posted a massive score of 239 on the board and ed a 73-run win. The second match of the season played at the venue also went to the team that batted first. Thus, it's likely that the team winning the toss will be tempted to bat first here.
CGC vs RGR
Winning Prediction
The last encounter between the two teams this season saw Rangpur Riders dominate with a convincing 53-run triumph. Hence, the Riders have a significant edge in the match. Chattogram Challengers' struggle with scoring runs has been a crucial factor in their defeats throughout the season. With Rangpur Riders boasting a strong batting lineup and formidable bowling attack, along with winning momentum, we expect them to clinch the match on Friday.
Rangpur Riders are favorites to win this match.
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