Nurul Hasan Thrills as Rangpur Riders Edge Fortune Barishal

In a thrilling encounter, Rangpur Riders emerged victorious against Fortune Barishal by 3 wickets in the 13th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 season, with Nurul Hasan's impressive 32(7) runs playing a crucial role in the win.

Fortune Barishal set a competitive total of 197/5 in 20 overs, but Rangpur Riders successfully chased it down, reaching 202/7 in 20 overs. Jahandad Khan's 4 wickets for 48 runs were not enough to stop the Riders, while Saifuddin's dismissal for 0 runs was a setback for Barishal. The win solidifies Rangpur Riders' position at the top of the BPL standings, with 5 wins out of 5, while Fortune Barishal remains second with 3 wins and 1 loss.

The match saw some impressive individual performances, with Alex Hales leading the run-scoring charts for Rangpur Riders with 217 runs, and Khushdil Shah taking 9 wickets. For Fortune Barishal, Tamim Iqbal has been the top run-scorer with 121 runs, while Faheem Ashraf has taken 4 wickets. Despite being favorites to win, Fortune Barishal's loss will be a setback, but they will look to bounce back in their upcoming matches.

The BPL 2024-25 season continues to heat up, with Rangpur Riders and Fortune Barishal being two of the top contenders. The league will see more exciting matches in the coming days, with other teams like Dhaka Capitals and Chittagong Kings looking to make their mark. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling encounters and impressive individual performances.

Rangpur Riders maintain their unbeaten streak with a 3-wicket win over Fortune Barishal, thanks to Nurul Hasan's rapid 32(7) runs, as the BPL 2024-25 season continues with intense competition among the top teams.

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