The transition in format and the nature of the tournament brought no change to the exceptional form of Najmul Hossain Shanto. The batsman successfully carried his rich vein of form from the recent series against Pakistan into the Dhaka Premier League (DPL), registering a magnificent century to guide Abahani Limited to a commanding victory.
On a day thoroughly dominated by batsmen, Irfan Sukkur, Fazle Mahmud Rabbi, and Enamul Haque Enam also reached three-figure milestones for their respective teams. Alongside the run fest, left-arm spinner Taijul Islam produced a masterclass in spin bowling. Representing Mohammedan Sporting Club, Taijul claimed a five-wicket haul to orchestrate a massive 237-run victory over Gulshan Cricket Club at the BKSP Ground 4.
Abahani Limited Secure Comfortable Nine-Wicket Victory
At the ULAB Cricket Ground, Agrani Bank Cricket Club won the toss and elected to bat first against Abahani Limited. However, their batting lineup collapsed under sustained pressure, bundling out for a modest 178 runs in 42.1 overs. Batting at number six, Nasir Hossain offered the only notable resistance, scoring a 58-ball 56.
The Abahani bowling unit delivered a coordinated performance, with skipper Mosaddek Hossain Saikat, Rohanat Doullah Borson, Rakibul Hasan, Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby, and Syed Khaled Ahmed picking up two wickets each.
In reply, Abahani Limited chased down the 179-run target with absolute ease, cruising to a nine-wicket victory with 110 balls to spare. Opening batsman Najmul Hossain Shanto was adjudged the Player of the Match for his unbeaten 108 off 90 deliveries, an aggressive innings punctuated by seven boundaries and seven maximums. Wicketkeeper-batsman Mahidul Islam Ankon anchored the chase with a solid 56 runs, whilst fellow opener Jishan Alam fell early for just 6 runs to bowler Sandipan Ray Chowdhury.
Mohammedan Sporting Club Demolish Gulshan Cricket Club
At the BKSP Ground 4, Mohammedan Sporting Club displayed total batting dominance after being asked to bat first. Although no batsman scored a century, three half-centuries propelled the team to a massive total of 345 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Skipper Towhid Hridoy led from the front with a brilliant 86, whilst veteran wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim and Afif Hossain Dhrubo contributed vital scores of 72 and 55 runs respectively.
Chasing a monumental target of 346, Gulshan Cricket Club completely crumbled against Taijul Islam’s spin wizardry. They were bowled out for a meager 108 runs in 33.2 overs. Taijul was named Player of the Match after returning phenomenal figures of 5 for 26 from 9.2 overs, which included a maiden over.
DPL Match Highlights:
Mohammedan Sporting Club: 345/9 (50 overs) -> Towhid Hridoy 86, Mushfiqur Rahim 72
Gulshan Cricket Club: 108 all out (33.2 overs) -> Taijul Islam 5/26
Result: Mohammedan Sporting Club won by 237 runs
High-Scoring Thrillers and Fine Centuries Across Grounds
A sensational run fest unfolded at the BKSP Ground 3, where Bashundhara Strikers narrowly defeated Brothers Union by 7 runs in a high-scoring encounter. Sent in to bat first, Bashundhara Strikers posted 324 for 5 in 50 overs, heavily powered by Fazle Mahmud Rabbi’s majestic 132 runs off 113 deliveries. Rabbi was later forced to leave the field retired hurt. In response, Brothers Union batted out their 50 overs but fell agonisingly short, finishing on 317 for 9. Rabbi was rightfully named the Player of the Match.
Over at the Bashundhara Sports Club, the fixture between Dhaka Leopards and Rupganj Tigers Cricket Club was curtailed to 45 overs per side. Dhaka Leopards won the toss, elected to bat, and posted 276 for 5, riding on an excellent 91 from Iftekhar Hossain Ifti. Despite an unbeaten century ($100^*$) from Mohammad Abdullah, Rupganj Tigers Cricket Club were restricted to 246 for 5, handing Dhaka Leopards a 30-run victory. Ifti secured the Player of the Match award.
| Player | Team | Statistical Contribution | Match Result |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | Abahani Limited | 108* (90 balls) | Won by 9 wickets |
| Taijul Islam | Mohammedan | 5/26 (9.2 overs) | Won by 237 runs |
| Fazle Mahmud Rabbi | Bashundhara Strikers | 132 (113 balls) | Won by 7 runs |
| Irfan Sukkur | Legends of Rupganj | 127 (75 balls) | Won by 7 wickets |
| Enamul Haque Enam | City Club | 105* (97 balls) | Won by 19 runs |
In Mirpur, Legends of Rupganj elected to field first after winning the toss against Gazi Group Cricketers. The decision paid dividends as Gazi Group Cricketers were bowled out for 210 runs in 47.4 overs. Legends of Rupganj chased down the target effortlessly, reaching 211 for 3 in just 32.2 overs to seal a seven-wicket victory with 106 balls remaining. Wicketkeeper Irfan Sukkur turned the game into a completely one-sided affair, smashing a brutal 127 off 75 balls, laced with 18 fours and 5 sixes, to earn the Player of the Match accolade.
Concurrently at the BKSP, City Club pulled off a fine victory over Prime Bank Cricket Club. After losing the toss and being put in to bat, City Club managed 266 for 7 in their 50 overs. Middle-order batsman Enamul Haque Enam played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 105 runs off 97 deliveries, hitting 6 fours and 5 sixes. This total proved more than adequate as Prime Bank Cricket Club were restricted to 247 for 9 in their 50 overs, gifting City Club a 19-run victory, with the centurion Enam collecting the Player of the Match trophy.