The BPL (Bangladesh Premier League) 2024-25 continues with Rangpur Riders taking on Sylhet Strikers. Both sides will lock horns in game 4 of the tournament at the Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur on Tuesday, December 31. This will be the very first game of the season for both sides and they will hope to get off to good starts.
Rangpur Riders had a brilliant season in the BPL 2024, finishing in first place in the standings, the side almost made it to the final of the tournament, as they were eliminated in Qualifier 2 by Fortune Barishal. On the other hand, the Strikers had a forgettable season in the previous season, finishing in sixth place in the standings, they will hope to improve as well.
Also Check: RAN vs SYL, Match 4 – Live Cricket Score
RAN vs SYL Match Details
Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming Details |
Rangpur Riders vs Sylhet Strikers, Match 4, Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur | Tuesday, December 31, 6:30 pm IST | FanCode (app and website) |
Shere Bangla National Stadium Pitch Report
The surface at the Shere Bangla National Stadium is one that is preferred by the bowlers. A low scoring thriller could be quite the possibility on such a pitch and opting to bowl first after winning the toss could be a wise decision.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played | Won by Rangpur Riders | Won by Sylhet Strikers | No Result | First Played | Last Played |
15 | 11 | 04 | 0 | 31 Jan 2013 | 03 Feb 2024 |
Predicted Playing 11 for RAN vs SYL
Rangpur Riders (RAN):
Soumya Sarkar, Alex Hales, Nurul Hassan (C & WK), Curtis Campher, Khushdil Shah, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammed Saiffudin, Saurabh Netravalkar, Kamrul Islam, Rakibul Islam, Akif Javed
Sylhet Strikers (SYL):
George Munsey, Paul Stirling, Rahkeem Cornwall, Rony Talkukdar, Samiullah Shinwari, Mashrafe Mortaza (C), Jaker Ali Anik (WK), Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Arafat Sunny, Ruyel Miah, Reece Topley
Probable Top Performers from RAN vs SYL
Probable Best Batter: Soumya Sarkar
Rangpur Riders’ Soumya Sarkar could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Sylhet Strikers. With 210 runs scored in his last seven matches, Sarkar has been in good form and he could be a star performer for his side in the upcoming clash.
Probable Best Bowler: Tanzim Sakib
Sylhet Strikers’ Tanzim Sakib could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Rangpur Riders. With 10 wickets in his last seven games, a lot could depend on Sakib’s performance.
Today’s Match Prediction: Rangpur Riders to win the match
Scenario 1
Rangpur Riders win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 30-40
SYL: 120-110
Rangpur Riders win the match
Scenario 2
Sylhet Strikers win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 40-50
RAN: 140-150
Rangpur Riders win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.