DC vs KHT Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today's BPL 2024-25 Match 8 Between Capitals vs Tigers?

Dhaka Capitals to face Khulna Tigers in BPL 2024-25 [Source: @khulna_tigers, @dhaka.capitals/Instagram]

Dhaka Capitals will clash with Khulna Tigers in the 8th match of Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 on January 3. The match is scheduled to take place at Shere Bangla Stadium in Dhaka with the kick off time set at 6.30 PM IST.

Dhaka Capitals

Dhaka Capitals are passing through a difficult phase in the BPL 2024-25 season, having faced a tough defeat against Durbar Rajshahi in their last match. Batting first, they could only score 174/9, with Shahadat Hossain being the mainstay with a good 50 while Stephen Eskinazi contributed 46 runs. 

Still, the bowlers were not able to put up a good fight while defending the target as Durbar Rajshahi easily chased down the total with a win in just 18.1 overs. Needless to say, the Capitals will need to regroup and focus on their batting consistency and their bowling attack if they are to challenge the Khulna Tigers in the upcoming match.

Khulna Tigers

Khulna Tigers have been in excellent form, showcasing their strength in both departments. In their last encounter, they defeated the Chittagong Kings by 37 runs. Batting first, Khulna put up a strong 203/4, with William Bosisto scoring an unbeaten 75* and Mahidul Islam Ankon scoring 59*. The two batsmen's good knocks took Khulna to a strong total. 

On the bowling side, Abu Hider's brilliant 4-wicket haul restricted Chittagong to 166/9, making it an easy win for the Tigers. Khulna's balanced team and good individual performances make them a strong team in this tournament.

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How will the Shere Bangla pitch behave?

For the opening half of the Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 season, the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka has turned out to be a goldmine for the batsmen. In the first five matches, plenty of runs have been scored, with the average first innings total reaching 184. 

This suggests that the surface offers decent carry for the batters, and chasing high totals could prove to be challenging if the bowlers apply pressure early on. Though the conditions thus far have been good for batting, there is every indication that the second innings may offer scope to the spinners.

DC vs KHT: Players to watch out for

Dhaka Capitals

Litton Das: After a quiet start to the season, Litton Das bounced back with a composed 27-ball 31 in the most recent encounter. His quick-fire starts are crucial for his team, and with his experience, Litton will look to make an impact.

Stephen Eskinazi: Eskinazi has been in good nick. His 63 runs in the tournament, including a crucial 46-run knock in the last match, have shown him to be quite consistent and to be able to anchor innings under pressure.

Alauddin Sahu: Alauddin Sahu has been Dhaka Capitals' standout bowler, leading the attack with 4 wickets. His knack for picking key breakthroughs makes him a very important player in the team's bowling unit.

Thisara Perera: Thisara Perera is an experienced cricketer who has shown his brilliance by making a quick 21 off 9 balls in the previous game. Perara will be the key finisher for Capitals as his experience will be an advantage.

Khulna Tigers

Hasan Mahmud: His performance in the high-scoring encounter against Chittagong Kings, where he took 1/30 in four overs, highlighted his skillset. Mahmud's pace and accuracy make him a potent threat, and if he gets the ball in the right areas early on, he could easily dismantle Dhaka's top order.

William Bosisto: He is the leading run-scorer for the Khulna Tigers this year. His unbeaten 75 runs in the tournament underline his ability to stabilise the innings and deliver under pressure. 

Abu Hider: Abu Hider has been remarkable, taking 4 wickets with a well-controlled economy rate. Early wickets and accuracy through the death overs have seen him become one of the Tigers' bowlers who more or less dominated the league table.

Mohammad Nawaz: Mohammad Nawaz, the all-rounder for Khulna Tigers, has proven his value with both bat and ball. In the previous match, he showcased his bowling skills by picking up two crucial wickets.

Today's Match Prediction: DC vs KHT

Predicted Top Performers

Dhaka Capitals: Litton Das, Stephen Eskinazi, Thisara Perera

Rangpur Riders – Hasan Mahmud, Mohammad Nawaz, Abu Hider

DC vs KHT: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 165-170

Predicted second innings score: 170-180

Predicted Result: The team bowling first will likely have an advantage in this match.

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