BSS
  19 Nov 2024, 17:56
Update : 19 Nov 2024, 18:03

Rangpur-Barishal match ends in a tame draw

DHAKA, Nov 19, 2024 (BSS)- The match between Rangpur and Barishal in the 
fifth round of the National Cricket League (NCL) ended in a tame draw at 
Rajshahi Cricket Stadium today.

This was the only match in the fifth round of the ongoing NCL that ended in a 
draw.

Resuming the Day 4 at 119-1, Barishal posted 358 before being all out, 
setting a 363-run target for Rangpur to win the game.

However, Rangpur reached 24 for no loss before the bails were drawn for the 
final day.
 
Barishal rode on three half-centuries to compile a big total with opener 
Iftekhar Hossain Ifti making highest 87 and Salman Emon scoring 69. Another 
opener Abdul Mazid added 52.
 
Mukidul Islam Mugdho claimed 3-53 while Captain Akbar Ali took 2-22. Earlier, 
Barishal put up 336 before being all out in the first inning and took 14-run 
lead when Rangpur were bowled out for 322.