Bangladesh Premier League 2023: Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders – 29th Match Preview and Updates

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Rangpur Riders captain and wicketkeeper Nurul Hasan returns as the team looks to climb the table. After a few hiccups, the fourth-placed team has recently found their groove. Shoaib Malik is back in form and will be an important part of this batting lineup.

Dhaka’s batting woes persist and have gotten worse in recent times. In the previous match, they batted first and were bowled out for 108 runs. Previously, they finished with 104 for 9 against Comilla Victorians, chasing 165 runs.

Though their bowlers contributed to their stunning victory in the previous game, their batting form will be a major concern when they face Rangpur Riders.

In the Riders’ bowling attack, Hasan Mahmud, Azmatullah, and Mahedi Hasan are all on fire. They will present a difficult challenge to an out-of-sorts Dominators lineup.

The 29th Match between Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders will take place on January 30th, 2023 at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet.

Match Details to Note

Match: Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders, 29th Match, Bangladesh Premier League 2023

Date: January 30, 2023 (Monday)

Time: 1:00 PM IST

Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet

Dhaka Dominators (Match Odds – 2.60):

Preview:

A win in their first match, followed by six straight losses until their second win of the season. It had been a long wait, and even when it was over, Dhaka Dominators were still at the bottom of the standings.

The recent victory does not inspire much confidence in Dhaka Dominators among experts. Bowlers cannot be expected to defend low-scoring games on a consistent basis.

And it is critical that the batsmen bounce back and post a competitive total. Usman Ghani, Soumya Sarkar, and Mohammad Mithun are among the key players in this lineup who can help Dhaka turn things around.

Dhaka Dominators

Their inconsistency, on the other hand, is only making matters worse for the Dominators. Even if one of these players fires, the others do not, and there are no significant alliances.

Nasir Hossain and Taskin Ahmed have both shown great skill with the ball. Hossain must also accept scoring responsibility. He plays a critical role at number five.

Not only to complete the innings, but also to rebuild it after the top order has failed. Ariful Haque is another possibility for Dominators in the lower ranks. Amir Hamza and Salman Irshad are two other key bowlers to keep an eye on in this squad.

Full Squad:

Ahmed Shahzad, Al-Amin Hossain, Alok Kapali, Arafat Sunny, Ariful Haque, Delwar Hossain, Chamika Karunaratne, Mizanur Rahman, Mohammad Mithun, Monir Hossain, Muktar Ali, Dilshan Munaweera, Nasir Hossain, Salman Irshad, Shan Masood, Shoriful Islam, Soumya Sarkar, Taskin Ahmed, Usman Ghani

Possible Playing XI:

Usman Ghani, Soumya Sarkar, Mohammad Mithun (wk), Mizanur Rahman, Nasir Hossain (c), Ariful Haque, Alex Blake, Amir Hamza, Taskin Ahmed, Al-Amin Hossain, Salman Irshad

Rangpur Riders (Match Odds – 1.50):

Preview:

Rangpur Riders’ comeback against Chattogram was led once again by veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik, who scored 179 runs. While Malik was unbeaten on 75 off 45 balls, Azmatullah contributed significantly with 42 off 24 balls.

These two combined for 104 runs for the fourth wicket. Later in the game, Haris Rauf and Rakibul Hasan contributed to the Riders’ 55-run victory. Azmatulla Omerzai took it up a notch in the following game. With the ball this time. The 22-year-old all-rounder bowled three for seventeen against Sylhet.

Mahedi Hasan and Hasan Mahmud also contributed to the Riders’ 92-9 victory over the Sixers after Nurul Hasan won the toss and chose to bowl first. In the lower middle order, Omerzai and Nawaz provide depth to this batting lineup. Shamim Hossain and skipper Hasan are seventh and eighth, respectively.

Rangpur Riders

On paper, it appears to be a strong batting lineup. However, the Rangpur Riders are reliant on a few key batsmen.

They have been frequently changing the top order. As a result, the top-order is less likely to be fulfilled. And Malik will be under pressure to deliver a match-winning knock once more. The top three should be Rony Talukdar, Mohammad Naim, and Mahedi Hasan.

Full Squad:

Aaron Jones, Alauddin Babu, Azmatullah Omarzai, Haris Rauf, Hasan Mahmud, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Mohammad Nawaz, Ripon Mondol, Pathum Nissanka, Nurul Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rakibul Hasan, Rony Talukdar, Shamim Hossain, Shoaib Malik, Sikandar Raza, Jeffrey Vandersay

Possible Playing XI:

Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Rony Talukdar, Shoaib Malik, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nawaz, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan (c & wk), Robiul Haque, Haris Rauf, Hasan Mahmud

Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders Toss Prediction

Teams batting second have won 7 of the 8 international T20 matches played here. In the domestic T20s, however, both have the same number of victories. The recent match at this venue demonstrated that it is difficult to bat here. Few batsmen have had success in this league. It would be ideal for teams to bowl first and limit their opponents to a par total.

Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders Pitch Report

In domestic T20s at this venue, the average first innings score is 165 runs. Though a winning total at this venue would be 175+, chasing a par total will be difficult. Bowlers love the surface, but batters struggle to take advantage of the tight boundaries. As the finishers aim to clear the small boundaries, the death overs can be costly.

In Sylhet, the surface is slow. The spinners are essential for a successful outing with the ball. Batters must be patient and look for gaps to score doubles. It will be difficult to consistently time the ball to six. The forecast calls for sunny skies and a high temperature of 30 degrees Celsius.

Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders Prediction

Rangpur Riders have a stronger overall squad that has recently found its groove and is back on track. The pitch isn’t ideal for a Dhaka batting lineup that is already struggling. The Riders appear to have the upper hand. Rangpur start as favourites in our match prediction due to their current form and squad strength. Check out the odds at Cricbaba!

Rangpur Riders is the favourite to beat Dhaka Dominators at the odds of 1.50.

Dhaka Dominators vs Rangpur Riders Most Recommended Player for Bet:

Shoaib Malik is an experienced cricketer who has performed admirably in the middle order for his teams over the years. As a good nick, you can select him to score more runs in this match against Dhaka Dominators.

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