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Toss Winner - Dhaka Capitals won the toss and choose to bowl first
Dhaka Capitals beat Noakhali Express by 7 wickets
A total between 150 and 160 at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium will pose a serious challenge for any side chasing.
Dhaka Capitals look better placed to come out victorious in this match.
| Tournament: | Bangladesh Premier League, 2025-26 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Sher-E-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
The 15th game of the Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26 features a clash between Dhaka Capitals and Noakhali Express. Dhaka’s campaign has been patchy, managing just two points from three games and sitting second-bottom in the table. Noakhali’s form is even more concerning, rooted to the bottom after four straight losses. Based on their recent showings, Dhaka enters this match as the stronger side.
DHCP
122/10 in 19.4 6.2
123/0 in 12.4 9.71
134/5 in 18.5 7.12
132/8 in 20.0 6.6
NES
125/4 in 17.5 7.01
124/8 in 20.0 6.2
Dhaka Capitals’ start to the season has been a mix of highs and lows—one victory and three losses have left them second from last. Their performances have lacked consistency, and a quick turnaround is essential if they want to improve their ranking.
Shamim Hossain has been their standout batter, amassing 113 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 155. His fearless batting has often given the team a fighting chance.
Mohammad Mithun has provided stability to the unit, contributing 76 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 125. His performances have given the middle order the space to play more aggressively in the powerplay.
Sabbir Rahman is another player to watch, having scored 65 runs in four games at a strike rate of 144. Mithun’s form is also encouraging, backed by his last-season tally of 268 runs from 14 innings at 128.
Imad Wasim has been the pick of the bowlers, picking up four wickets in four matches while keeping his economy under five. Salman Mirza and Mohammad Saifuddin have shared six wickets between them. Taskin Ahmed adds further threat, capable of breaking partnerships in this game.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz Total Runs Over 21.5 1.85
Gurbaz impressed on his season debut for the Capitals, scoring a quick-fire 31. As an naturally aggressive batter, he thrives on taking the game to the opposition from the very first ball. On a track where early swing is minimal, Gurbaz will look to capitalize on the conditions and provide the Capitals with another explosive start.
Saif Hassan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Abdullah Al Mamun, Mohammad Mithun(c), Shamim Hossain, Sabbir Rahman, Nasir Hossain, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Saifuddin, Taskin Ahmed, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi
Taskin Ahmed, Shamim Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mohammad Mithun, Sabbir Rahman, Nasir Hossain, Irfan Sukkur, Imad Wasim, Abdullah Al Mamun, Zia ur Rehman Sharifi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Noakhali Express’ start to the season has been disastrous, with four defeats on the trot leaving them languishing at the bottom of the table. They are coming off an embarrassing six-wicket loss to Sylhet Titans, where they were shot out for just 61, and need at least two quick big wins on the trot to revive their chances of climbing the points table.
The batting has seen individual brilliance. Mahidul Islam Ankon has anchored the middle order, scoring 113 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 97—his recent performances make him a strong candidate for another 30-run knock.
Captain Haider Ali has played his part with crucial runs, collecting 66 runs in four matches at 98.50. Jaker Ali and Shykat Ali are players who can change the game with quick cameos if they click.
Overall, though, this batting unit seems to be stuck in a rut and has been unable to push the pedal on the accelerator to get things going.
Among the bowlers, Mehedi Hasan Rana has picked up five wickets in four games but has been expensive, conceding almost eight runs per over. Hasan Mahmud has been the most effective, grabbing five wickets at an economy of 5.14. Zahir Khan and Sabbir Hossain have also delivered, picking up five wickets collectively.
Saumya Sarkar Total Runs Over 17.5 1.85
Soumya Sarkar managed just 6 runs in his last outing; however, he struck a crisp boundary and looked poised for a significant score before falling cheaply. He will be eager to bounce back in today's fixture at a venue where he has a strong record, having accumulated 528 runs in 20 matches at an average of 27.79. While it may be a "75-25" bet, we are backing him to cross the 17-run mark in today’s game.
Soumya Sarkar, Habibur Rahman Sohan, Mahidul Islam Ankon(w), Haider Ali(c), Mohammad Nabi, Munim Shahriar, Hasan Mahmud, Bilal Sami, Mehedi Hasan Rana, Zahir Khan, Abu Jayed
Soumya Sarkar, Hasan Mahmud, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Habibur Sohan, Rejaur Rahman Raja, Abu Hasim, Haider Ali, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Nabi, Zahir Khan, Munim Shahriar
The pitch at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium tends to be parched and lacks pace, which hands spinners control right from the start. Getting comfortable at the crease proves challenging for batters as the ball turns and sticks in the surface, restricting easy runs. Seamers could find a touch of movement during their opening burst, but spin bowling should dictate how this game unfolds.
Sylhet will have hazy and cool conditions, with no weather delays expected.
Pitch Condition
BalancedBatting Conditions
Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
Two PacedSpin Bowling
High Turn
At Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, the average first-innings score tends to hover near the 165-mark. In this BPL season, however, most totals have fallen between 140 and 160 runs. A target of around 160 here is often enough to put the chasing side under serious pressure.
Dhaka Capitals to win the coin toss 1.90
We back the Dhaka Capitals to win the coin toss against Noakhali Express.
In Sylhet’s latest BPL outings, the trend is unmistakable: chasing sides hold the upper hand. Four victories in the past five games belong to teams batting second. The toss-winning captain is set to field first, confident their batters can pull off a successful chase.
Dhaka Capitals and Noakhali Express come into this game on the back of similar struggles. Neither has found the consistency required, and a positive result is essential to keep their campaign alive. Dhaka, however, have been a tad better and will take confidence in their squad’s overall quality—better equipped in both batting and bowling departments. That extra depth pushes them ahead as the favored team for this fixture
Dhaka Capitals look better placed to come out victorious in this match.
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