Preview
Comilla Victorians (COV) are set to clash with Fortune Barishal (FBA) in the Bangladesh Premier League final. The anticipation is high as these two teams reunite in the final, reminiscent of their intense battle in 2022, where Comilla Victorians clinched victory by a mere one run. Fortune Barishal enter the final with momentum, boasting three consecutive wins, including a significant triumph over Comilla Victorians.
Barishal’s bowling prowess has been instrumental in restricting opponents to low scores, a trend they will aim to continue Comilla Victorians, after posting 140 for 8 in their recent encounter against Fortune Barishal, rebounded impressively in their subsequent match, led by remarkable performances from skipper Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy. With the prospect of crucial bowling performances, both teams are keen to seize the advantage by bowling first.
Match Details:
Match | Comilla Victorians vs Fortune Barishal, Bangladesh Premier League 2024 Final |
Venue | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
Date & Time | Friday, March 1, 6:30 PM (IST) |
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Pitch Report:
The Bangladesh Premier League 2024 final between Comilla Victorians and Fortune Barishal is set to take place at Dhaka’s Shere Bangla National Stadium. The pitch typically favours spin bowlers, offering them an extra edge as the game progresses, while batters must remain vigilant to convert their shots into substantial runs. On match day, Dhaka expects sunny weather with temperatures peaking at 29 degrees Celsius, and no rainfall predicted.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played | 8 |
Comilla Victorians won | 4 |
Fortune Barishal won | 4 |
Probable Playing XIs
Comilla Victorians (COV):
Sunil Narine, Johnson Charles, Litton Das (c / wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, Jaker Ali, Tanvir Islam, Rohanat Doullah Borson, Musfik Hasan.
Fortune Barishal (FBA):
Probable Best Batter of the Match
Comilla Victorians boast a formidable batting lineup with quality batters and experienced finishers. Among them is wicketkeeper Jaker Ali, who adds depth to the lower order. In their recent clash in Dhaka, Ali showcased his prowess with a blistering 38 off 16 balls against Fortune Barishal. His contribution highlighted the team’s batting strength and versatility in crucial moments.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match
Fortune Barishal’s bowling unit has been exceptional, with key players consistently delivering impactful performances. Despite Mehidy Hasan Miraz not bowling his full quota of four overs, his contributions in just a couple of overs have been noteworthy. Their potent bowling attack poses a significant threat to the defending champions in the final, highlighting the team’s strength and depth in the bowling department.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team Bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
Power Play Score – 40-45
First Innings Score – 160-170
Comilla Victorians win the match
Scenario 2
Fortune Barishal win the toss and bowl
Power Play Score – 35-45
First Innings Score – 155-165
Fortune Barishal win the match