Shahadat Hossain Dipu Shines as Prime Bank Clinches Thrilling DPL Win
A Thrilling Encounter at the Bashundhara Sports Complex
The Dhaka Premier League (DPL) delivered yet another spectacular showdown as Prime Bank Cricket Club secured a dramatic 3-wicket victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club. The encounter was a high-scoring thriller that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the very final over of the chase.
Mohammedan Sets a Formidable Total
Batting first, Mohammedan Sporting Club demonstrated their batting depth, posting an imposing total of 303 for 6. The innings began with a steady foundation, as Anamul Haque Bijoy and Naim Sheikh put together an opening stand of 43. Following Bijoy’s departure for 19, the momentum shifted into high gear.
Naim Sheikh and Parvez Hossain Emon anchored the middle phase of the innings with a brilliant century partnership. Emon displayed poise and technical grace, contributing 52 runs off 65 deliveries. However, the standout performance belonged to Naim Sheikh, who narrowly missed a well-deserved century. His heartbreaking dismissal on 99—after facing 107 balls and striking 9 fours and 2 sixes—proved to be the turning point for the bowlers. Abu Hashim was the man who finally broke the partnership, claiming the crucial wicket of Naim.
While middle-order batters Towhid Hridoy and Rishad Hossain struggled to find their rhythm, Afif Hossain provided the necessary late-innings surge. His unbeaten 49 from 49 balls, combined with a blistering 20 not out from just 12 balls by Mohammad Saifuddin, ensured Mohammedan surpassed the 300-run milestone.
The Prime Bank Chase
Facing a daunting target, Prime Bank Cricket Club needed a disciplined start, and they found it through Azizul Hakim Tamim and Shahadat Hossain Dipu. The duo laid the groundwork with a 53-run opening partnership. Following Tamim’s exit for 20 and a brief contribution of 31 from Ariful Islam, the pressure began to mount.
Mahmudullah Riyad, the veteran presence in the side, struggled to convert a decent start, eventually departing for 36 off 51 balls. As the required run rate crept higher, it was clear that someone needed to anchor the innings. Shahadat Hossain Dipu stepped up to the challenge, delivering a magnificent century that will be remembered as one of the highlights of the tournament.
Dipu’s Heroics and the Finishing Kick
Dipu’s masterclass spanned 123 deliveries, during which he accumulated 118 runs. His knock was composed of 10 boundaries and 2 sixes, providing the stability Prime Bank desperately needed. Support arrived in the form of Akbar Ali, who injected energy into the chase with a vital 40 off 30 balls.
Even after Dipu eventually fell, the task remained for the lower order. Shamim Hossain rose to the occasion with an aggressive cameo, hammering 37 runs from only 21 balls, featuring 3 massive sixes. With Abu Hider Rony adding a quick-fire 14 off 6 balls, Prime Bank successfully chased down the target with five balls to spare. This victory highlights the resilience and depth of the Prime Bank lineup, proving their status as genuine contenders in this season of the Dhaka Premier League.
Final Thoughts
This match served as a testament to the unpredictable and exciting nature of the DPL. With high-scoring totals becoming a trend, the ability to maintain composure under pressure remains the differentiator between success and defeat. For Mohammedan, it was a close loss that highlighted both brilliance and moments of vulnerability, while for Prime Bank, it was a statement win that will surely boost their confidence as the league progresses.
