Noakhali Express’s woes deepened in the Bangladesh Premier League with a 7-wicket drubbing by Dhaka Capitals, their fifth straight loss painting a grim picture for the season. The Capitals’ all-round excellence overwhelmed a disjointed Express outfit.
Electing to set a target, Noakhali started briskly but faltered dramatically. Mushfiqur Rahim’s 52 was the lone bright spot in a 142 all out total. Dhaka’s Tanvir Islam starred with 3/22, exploiting the turning track to devastating effect. Soumya Sarkar’s double strike further demoralized the batsmen.
The Express’ inability to build partnerships proved fatal, with collapses in both powerplay end and death overs. Chasing, Dhaka Capitals were unrelenting. Tanzid Hasan’s 45 (22 balls) set an aggressive tone, backed by Emon’s 38. Thisara Perera’s finishing touches ensured victory with overs to spare.
Stats underline Dhaka’s superiority: highest chase efficiency and bowling economy in recent games. Noakhali’s fielding errors – three dropped catches – handed crucial lifelines. Team insiders whisper of dressing room tensions amid the skid.
As BPL heats up, Dhaka Capitals climb the ladder confidently. For Noakhali Express, survival mode kicks in; radical changes in strategy and personnel might be needed. This match serves as a wake-up call in a league where consistency reigns supreme.