Soumya Sarkar Absent, Haider Ali Powers Chittagong

In a thrilling Bangladesh Premier League match, Chittagong Kings beat Rangpur Riders by 5 wickets at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, moving closer to the playoffs. Despite Rangpur's strong lineup, Chittagong's impressive performance, led by Haider Ali's stunning display of power hitting, secured the win.

Chittagong's victory was made possible by Haider Ali's unbeaten 48 off 18 balls, which included 1 boundary and 6 towering sixes. His impressive innings, which featured four consecutive sixes off Akif Javed, turned the game in favor of Chittagong. Parvez Hossain Emon also contributed to the win with 41 off 43, partnering with Mithun for 34 runs and then with Haider Ali for 41 runs.

Rangpur, which had won eight consecutive matches, suffered its third consecutive loss. Iftikhar Ahmed's innings, which included seven fours and three sixes, lifted Rangpur's score, and he added 75 runs with Mahedi Hasan for an unbeaten sixth-wicket stand. However, Rangpur's batting struggled, scoring 143-5, which was not enough to secure a win.

The match was crucial for Chittagong's playoff chances, and the win keeps them in contention for the top two spots. Rangpur, on the other hand, faces a hurdle in reviving their momentum heading into the playoffs. They have been in touch with several foreign recruits, including Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and David Warner, and hopes to sign some before the final round of matches.

With this win, Chittagong now has 12 points, while Rangpur's loss marks their third consecutive defeat. The Bangladesh Premier League is heating up, and teams are fighting for a spot in the playoffs. Chittagong's impressive performance has given them a boost, and they will look to continue their winning streak in the upcoming matches.