The 27th match of the Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26 pits Dhaka Capitals against Rangpur Riders on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time (1:30 PM IST) at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.
Shere Bangla National Stadium typically offers a balanced surface early on, favoring pace bowlers with some seam movement, but it slows down under lights, assisting spinners and rewarding careful batting in the chase. Expect a par score around 160-170 in T20 conditions here. Weather in Dhaka looks clear with temperatures near 24°C, low humidity, and no rain interruptions forecast for evening play.
This clash is crucial for playoff hopes. Dhaka Capitals sit fifth with two wins from eight games, needing victories and a superior net run rate to sneak in, while Rangpur Riders hold a stronger position but can’t afford slip-ups in the tight race. A win keeps Dhaka’s faint hopes alive; for Rangpur, it solidifies top-four contention amid a congested points table.
Dhaka Capitals have struggled lately, dropping six of their last eight, including a string of batting collapses despite occasional fightbacks from their middle order. Rangpur Riders show better momentum, blending solid wins with resilience, though they’ve had hiccups against top sides—still, their recent net run rate edges them ahead.
Head-to-Head Record
Rangpur Riders lead the overall head-to-head 12-8 from 20 meetings, thriving in high-pressure Dhaka games. In the last five encounters, Rangpur won three, Dhaka two, with the most recent seeing Riders chase down 165 in a thriller last season.
Match Details
- Match: Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders
- Date: January 16, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
BPL Live streaming info
The 2025–26 Bangladesh Premier League (BPL 2026), the 12th season of this professional T20 cricket league organized by the Bangladesh Cricket Board, starts today on December 26, 2025, and runs until the final on January 23, 2026.
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Dhaka Capitals Analysis
Dhaka’s strength lies in explosive batting from Usman Khan and all-round depth via Imad Wasim, but their bowling leaks runs in the death overs, exposing a weak pace unit. Recent form highlights Mohammad Mithun’s captaincy steadying the ship with gritty knocks, yet losses mount from top-order failures. Key weaknesses include inconsistent spin options and fielding lapses.
Rangpur Riders Analysis
Rangpur boasts a firepower-packed lineup with aggressive openers and versatile all-rounders, excelling in powerplays and chases—their spin duo controls middle overs effectively. They’ve built momentum through balanced contributions, though batting depth beyond the top four remains a minor concern. Standouts like their lead pacer have troubled Dhaka batsmen repeatedly.
Probable Playing XI
Dhaka Capitals: Saif Hassan, Sabbir Rahman, Usman Khan, Mohammad Mithun (c & wk), Nasir Hossain, Shamim Hossain, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Saifuddin, Abdullah Al Mamun, Ziaur Rahman, Salman Mirza.
Rangpur Riders: Soumya Sarkar, Fazle Mahmud, Shimanto Rahman, Jahandad Khan, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Rishad Hossain, Steven Taylor, Afif Hossain, Alauddin Babu, Rakib Hasan.
Match Prediction
Rangpur Riders hold the edge with superior form, head-to-head dominance, and a squad built for Shere Bangla’s conditions—expect them to chase smartly and win by 10-15 runs or 6 wickets.