DBR vs SYL Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s BPL 2024-25 Match 36 Between Rajshahi And Strikers?

Durbar Rajshahi to face Sylhet Strikers in BPL 2024-25 [Source: @bplt20officialbd/Instagram]

In the 36th match of Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25, Durbar Rajshahi will clash with Sylhet Strikers. On January 27, the cricket action will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium from 6.00 PM IST.

Durbar Rajshahi

Durbar Rajshahi will hope to bounce back after a very poor batting performance in their earlier match when they scored a managed 119 runs. Batsmen like Anamul Haque, Yasir Ali, Sabbir Hossain, and Akbar Ali would hope to put up more spirited performances this time. While their batting faltered, the bowling clicked for them. In particular, Mrittunjoy Chowdhury bowled a spell of absolute brilliance in getting 4 wickets for 18 runs. Taskin Ahmed and Mohor Sheikh chipped in with two wickets apiece.

Sylhet Strikers

The Sylhet Strikers, meanwhile, will also be eager to recover after being bundled out for just 116 runs in their last outing. With batters like Rony Talukdar, Zakir Hasan, George Munsey, and Ariful Haque in their ranks, the team has the firepower but will need to apply themselves better. On the bowling front, Nahidul Islam and Sumon Khan were impressive in the last game and will look to replicate their performances to trouble the Rajshahi batting lineup.

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DBR vs SYL: Head to head in BPL

How will the Shere Bangla Stadium pitch behave?

The wicket at Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium will provide limited pace and bounce, favouring bowlers who can exploit the conditions, particularly spinners. Batters will need to apply themselves carefully to score runs. 

Moreover, the venue hasn’t proved good enough for the chasing side, with three of the last five matches being won by teams batting first. Hence, the toss-winning captain is likely to opt to bat first to take advantage of the conditions.

Players to watch out for in DBR vs SYL Match 36

Durbar Rajshahi

Sunzamul Islam: He showed resilience in the previous game with a crucial 28 off 29 balls, including 4 boundaries, striking at a rate of 96.55. His timely contribution will help Rajshahi put up a good total.

Anamul Haque: Though Haque managed only 13 runs off 16 balls in the last game, he has been in great form this season. His explosive intent as an opener will be vital for Rajshahi to set a good base.

Taskin Ahmed: He bowled a disciplined spell, picking up 2 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs, with an economy of 6.25 in the last game. Taskin has been the leading wicket-taker in the BPL 2024-25 season and will spearhead the Rajshahi’s bowling attack.

Sylhet Strikers

Ahsan Bhatti: He played a steady knock, scoring 28 runs off 29 balls with 1 boundary at a strike rate of 96.55 in the last contest. Bhatti can anchor the middle order which is something the Strikers need.

Tanzim Hasan Sakib: He went wicketless in the last game but has shown good promise. In 7 games, he scalped 11 wickets and will spearhead the Strikers’ bowling lineup.

Zakir Hasan: Hasan, with 346 runs off 10 balls, is the fourth-highest run scorer of the BPL 2024-25 season. He has to fire at the top to avail a good platform for Sylhet Strikers.

Today's Match Prediction: DBR vs SYL Match 36

Predicted Top Performers

Durbar Rajshahi: Taskin Ahmed, Anamul Haque, Yasir Ali

Sylhet Strikers: Zakir Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahidul Islam

DBR vs SYL Match 36: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 175-180

Predicted second innings score: 165-170

Predicted Result: The team choosing to bat first will likely have the upper hand in this match.

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