Iftikhar Ahmed Leads Rangpur Riders

The Rangpur Riders, led by Nurul Hasan, are set to face the Chittagong Kings in the 37th match of the Bangladesh T20 Premier League 2024-25. With eight wins in ten matches, the Riders are currently atop the points table, while the Chittagong Kings have secured five wins in nine matches, ranking fourth.

The match is expected to be played on a batting-friendly pitch with a temperature of 23°C and sunny weather. The average 1st innings score is 165, and the winning percentage for the chasing team is 56%. Iftikhar Ahmed, a key player for the Rangpur Riders, is expected to play a crucial role in the match, along with other top performers like Khushdil Shah and Saif Hassan.

The Chittagong Kings, led by Mohammad Mithun, have no head-to-head record against the Rangpur Riders. However, they have a strong team with players like Graham Clark, Haider Ali, and Hussain Talat. The match is predicted to be closely contested, with the Chittagong Kings expected to win the toss and the match.

In terms of fantasy cricket, Iftikhar Ahmed and Khushdil Shah are hot picks, while Kushdil Shah, Usman Khan, Graham Clarke, and Iftikhar Ahmed are top choices for captain and vice-captain. Players like Steven Taylor and Mohammad Parvez Hossain-Emon are expected to be avoided in fantasy teams.

The match between the Rangpur Riders and the Chittagong Kings promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure a win and improve their standings in the points table. With the batting-friendly pitch and sunny weather, fans can expect a high-scoring match with plenty of action and drama.