Tanzid’s Ton, Fernando’s Four-Fer Propel Rajshahi Warriors to BPL Title
In a thrilling final, Rajshahi Warriors clinched their first-ever Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) title by defeating Chattogram Royals by 63 runs. The match took place on January 23, 2026, and showcased remarkable performances from both teams.
Tanzid’s Century Highlights the Victory
Tanzid Hasan played a pivotal role in Rajshahi’s triumph, scoring a stunning century. He became only the third player in BPL history to achieve this feat in a final, joining the ranks of Tamim Iqbal and Chris Gayle.
Key Match Statistics
- Rajshahi Warriors: 174 for 4 in 20 overs
- Tanzid Hasan: 100 runs off 61 balls
- Sahibzada Farhan: 30 runs
- Chattogram Royals: 111 all out in 17.5 overs
- Leading Bowler: Binura Fernando (4 for 9)
Rajshahi’s Dominant Batting
Rajshahi Warriors set a competitive target after winning the toss and opting to bat first. Their innings was anchored by the explosive partnership of Tanzid and Sahibzada Farhan, who contributed significantly to the team’s total by adding 83 runs for the first wicket in just over ten overs. Farhan scored 30 runs at a brisk pace, combining well with Tanzid, who dominated the innings.
Tanzid’s Stellar Innings
Tanzid’s century was marked by an impressive display of power hitting. He smashed seven sixes and six fours during his innings. His partnership with Kane Williamson, which added 47 runs, further solidified Rajshahi’s position. He reached his century just before being dismissed for 100 in the penultimate over.
Chattogram’s Struggle with the Bat
Chattogram Royals struggled significantly in their response, being bowled out for just 111 runs. Despite a modest contribution from Mirza Baig, who scored 39 runs, the team could not recover from early setbacks.
Bowling Excellence
- Binura Fernando: 4 wickets for 9 runs
- Hasan Murad: 3 wickets, including captain Mahedi Hasan
- Shoriful Islam: 2 wickets, bringing his season tally to 26
The Rajshahi bowlers dominated the innings, especially Fernando, who took crucial wickets early on. This included the dismissals of Mohammad Naim and Mahmudul Hasan Joy. Along with Murad’s impactful performance, they ensured that Chattogram could never build momentum, leading to a comprehensive victory for Rajshahi Warriors.
Conclusion
The victory marks a significant milestone for Rajshahi Warriors as they capture their maiden BPL title. The combination of Tanzid’s outstanding performance and a strong bowling display secured a historic win. Fans can look forward to future matches on Filmogaz.com, where more updates and analyses will be provided.
