BPL 2025-26 Eliminator: Rangpur Riders vs Sylhet Titans Match Prediction

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BPL 2025-26 Eliminator: Rangpur Riders vs Sylhet Titans Match Prediction

The Rangpur Riders (RGR) will take on the Sylhet Titans (SLT) in the Eliminator of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26. The match is scheduled for January 20 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur. Both teams face a crucial challenge in this knockout clash.

Match Overview

Rangpur Riders finished the round-robin phase in third place. They secured six victories and suffered four losses in ten matches. Under the leadership of Litton Das, the squad aims to maintain its momentum in this decisive encounter.

The Sylhet Titans, on the other hand, ended up in fourth place with five wins and three losses from their ten matches. They enter the Eliminator following a loss to the Rajshahi Warriors, making this match a do-or-die situation for them.

Match Details

  • Teams: Rangpur Riders vs Sylhet Titans
  • Format: Eliminator, BPL 2025-26
  • Date: Tuesday, January 20
  • Time: 12:30 PM IST
  • Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
  • Live Streaming: Fancode (app and website)

Pitch Report

The pitch in Mirpur has favored spinners in recent matches due to its black soil composition. Batters may find it challenging to score freely, suggesting the possibility of another low-scoring match.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played Rangpur Riders Wins Sylhet Titans Wins Tied
2 1 1 0

The first match between these teams occurred on January 2, 2026, with the most recent meeting on January 12, 2026.

Probable Playing XIs

  • Rangpur Riders: Dawid Malan, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (c), Khushdil Shah, Iftakhar Hossain Ifti, Nurul Hasan (w), Mahmudullah, Faheem Ashraf, Nahid Rana, Aliss Al Islam, Akif Javed
  • Sylhet Titans: Tawfique Khan, Parvez Hossain Emon (w), Afif Hossain, Mominul Haque, Ethan Brookes, Moeen Ali, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Nasum Ahmed, Ruyel Miah, Salman Irshad, Shohidul Islam

Key Players to Watch

  • Probable Best Batter: Towhid Hridoy – Currently the leading scorer, Hridoy has amassed 378 runs at an average of 42.00 and a strike rate of 139.48.
  • Probable Best Bowler: Nasum Ahmed – The standout bowler for the Titans, he has taken 14 wickets at an average of 17.35 with an economical bowling rate of 6.39.

Match Prediction

Based on current form and pitch conditions, the team bowling first is favored to win this crucial match. Fans can expect an exciting contest in this pivotal Eliminator.

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