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DHAKA, Nov 10, 2024 (BSS)-Amite Hasan became the first batter in the ongoing
National Cricket League (NCL) to hit a double century which put his side
Sylhet in driving seat against Khulna.
Elsewhere, Shuvagata Hom dazzled with allround performance to Dhaka Division
an edge over Dhaka Metro.
The day also saw Yasir Ali and Shahadat Hossain Dipu batting with patience to
help Chattogram recover from a shaky start.
Sylhet vs Khulna
Amite Hasan struck the first double century of the 26th National Cricket
League (NCL) as Sylhet put them in strong position against Khulna Division on
Day 2 at Cox's Bazar Academy Ground today.
Amite who started the day with 109, finally was dismissed for 213 to help
Sylhet declare the innings at 496-7. Khulna reached 3 for no loss at stumps.
Asadullah Galib also hit a century for Sylhet and scored 115 before being
out.
Resuming the day at 244-3, Amite and Galib frustrated Khulna further to keep
the side's nose ahead. They finally put on 251-run for the fourth wicket and
it was broken when Mahedi Hasan got rid of Galib after hitting seven fours
and three sixes in his 242-ball-knock.
Amite soon followed him after completing his first ever double century in the
first class cricket. Before being the sixth batter out, Amite smashed 18
fours and one six for his 213 off 455.
Soon after Amite's dismissal, Sylhet declared the innings.
Fast bowler Ebadot Hossain who returned to the competitive cricket after a
knee operation last year bowled first over to give away two runs.
However Ebadot's fitness will be closely monitored when he would resume the
game for Sylhet tomorrow.
Dhaka Metro vs Dhaka
The game between Dhaka Metro and Dhaka Division was left in parity after Rony
Talukdar and Shuvagata Hom led Dhaka Division's fightback following a poor
start at Sylhet Academy Ground.
Resuming the day at 233-6, Metro were bowled out for 304. Dhaka then reached
254-6 at stumps, still trailing by 50 runs.
But with Shuvagata Hom on 60 in the crease, Dhaka are in favourble position
to take first innings lead.
Most of the Dhaka Division batters got a start but couldn't convert it to a
big one, leaving the side in danger. Rony stood tall to make 54 off 122 with
seven fours and one six.
After Rony's dismissal, Shuvagata took the onus to drive the side. When the
bails were drawn, Nazmul Islam Apu was batting on 21 with Shuvagata.
Earlier, Metro were able to add just 71 runs to their overnight total with
Tahjibul Islam scoring most of them. He made 63 before being dismissed.
Anamul Haque and Shuvataga snapped up four wickets apiece for Dhaka.
Chattogram vs Barishal
Yasir Ali and captain Shahadat Hossain Dipu hit half-centuries as Chattogram
made a strong reply to Barishal at Cox's Bazar Stadium.
Yasir was batting on 81 while Dipu was on 64 after adding 141 runs for the
undefeated fourth wicket as Chattogram reached 202-3 at stumps on Day 2.
Barishal earlier were bowled out for 318 in its first innings, after resuming
the day at 236-7.
Chattogram are still trailing by 116 runs but with two set batters in the
crease, they kept them in front.
Ruyel Mea claimed two wickets as Barishal left Chattogram at 61-3 to take the
early advantage. But serene batting from Yasir and Dipu drove the side to the
safety and also gave them a hope to earn a significant lead.
Barishal were able to add 82 runs to their overnight total after resuming the
innings with Moin Khan leading the side. He made team-best 77.
Ashraful Hasan had figures of 4-68 while Enamul Haqu Ashiq snapped up 3-31.
Rangpur vs Rajshahi
After an intense day at Rajshahi Stadium, Rangpur took 83-run lead against
the local team Rajshahi.
Resuming the day at 39-1, Rajshahi looked poised to take a lead but Rangpur
fought back admirably to deny them. Rajshahi finally were bowled out for 189,
leaving the game in balance.
Rangpur were also bowled out for 189 in its first innings. They however
reached 83-4 at stumps in the second innings.
Opener Mim Mosaddek and Chowdhury Md Rizwan who also took three wickets in
bowling gave Rangpur a solid start by sharing 48 runs. But Mosaddek's
dismissal sparked a collapse as Rangpur lost three more wickets in quick
succession.
Mohor Sheikh snared two wickets while Sabbir Hosan who claimed six wickets in
the first innings and Sunzamul Islam took one wicket apiece.