Rajshahi Seal Play-off Spot with Convincing Win over Dhaka

As soon as Dhaka Capitals’ innings came to an end, the outcome of the match seemed almost inevitable. With the target far from challenging, it was only a matter of time before Rajshahi Warriors completed the task. That expectation turned into reality as Rajshahi cruised to a dominant 7-wicket victory, officially confirming their place in the play-offs and ending Dhaka’s campaign.
In the final match of the Sylhet phase, Dhaka Capitals won the toss and opted to bat, but pressure mounted on them from the very beginning. Rajshahi pacer Ripon Mondol struck with a devastating hat-trick, completely derailing Dhaka’s innings. The Capitals were bowled out for 141 runs. Usman Khan top-scored with 41, while Nasir Hossain contributed 24 runs. Mohammad Mithun added 13. With the ball, Ripon Mondol picked up three wickets, while Abdul Gaffar Saqlain led the attack with an impressive four-wicket haul.
In this match, Dhaka’s total effectively stood at 131 runs, a target that posed little difficulty in a chase. Rajshahi Warriors approached the run chase with composure and control. Losing only three wickets, they reached the target comfortably in just 16.1 overs.
The hero of Rajshahi’s chase was Tanzid Hasan Tamim, who played a superb knock of 76 off 43 balls, featuring seven boundaries and five towering sixes. Mohammad Wasim provided solid support with 22 runs. Towards the end, James Neesham chipped in with 14, while Mushfiqur Rahim remained unbeaten on 12 to steer the team home.
With this victory, Rajshahi Warriors now sit at the top of the points table with 12 points from eight matches, securing their spot in the play-offs. For Dhaka Capitals, the defeat was more than just another loss—it reflected their batting struggles throughout the tournament. For Rajshahi, however, it was a commanding and confidence-boosting win that further strengthened their position ahead of the knockout stage.