DPL
Gazi Group, Legends of Rupganj, and Partex secure win in DPL
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In the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) matches, Gazi Group Cricketers emerged victorious by three runs against Mohammedan Sporting Club. Legends of Rupganj also secured a thrilling win over Rupganj Tigers Cricket Club by a solitary wicket.
Mohammedan's keeper-batsman, Mahidul Islam Ankon smashed 94 runs off 123 balls. However, his efforts ended in disappointment as Gazi Group posted a total of 191 all out in 47.4 overs.
Ruyel Miah was the pick of the bowling attack for Gazi Group with a five-wicket haul, putting Mohammedan on the backfoot early by claiming the wickets of key batsmen Imrul Kayes and Rony Talukdar.
Meanwhile, at Savar's BKSP-4 Ground, Rupganj Tigers appeared to be in control as their opponents struggled at 133 for seven while chasing a target of 210.
However, middle-order batsman Aminul Islam's unbeaten 51 off 71 balls guided Legends of Rupganj across the finish line with two balls to spare, orchestrating a remarkable comeback.
In another match at BKSP-3 Ground, Partex Sporting Club registered a convincing 52-run victory over Gazi Tyres Cricket Academy. Rakibul Atik was named the best player of the match for his impressive bowling figures of 3 wickets for 15 runs in 10 overs.