Jan 17, (V7N) - Chittagong Kings secured a commanding 45-run victory over Khulna Tigers, powered by a sensational century from English batter Graham Clark, who smashed 101 off 50 balls with seven fours and six sixes. His partnership of 128 runs with Parvez Hossain Emon (39) helped Chittagong post a strong 200-7. Khulna struggled in response, finishing at 155-9, despite efforts from Darwish Rasooli (37) and Mohammad Nawaz (25). The win marked Chittagong's fourth victory in five games, while Khulna suffered their fourth consecutive loss.

In the day's other match, Tamim Iqbal starred with a brilliant 61 off 48 balls to lead Fortune Barishal to an eight-wicket win over Dhaka Capital. Chasing a modest target of 139, Barishal reached 145-2 in just 16.3 overs, with Dawid Malan contributing an unbeaten 49 off 41 balls. Dhaka’s batting lineup collapsed, managing only 139 all out, with Tanzid Hasan Tamim scoring 62 off 44 balls. Tanvir Islam (3-39) and Fahim Ashraful (2-23) led Barishal’s bowling attack.

Barishal’s win propelled them to the second spot in the standings with four wins in six matches, while Dhaka continued to struggle, securing only one win in eight games. Chittagong Kings and Fortune Barishal’s dominant performances reflect their strong championship ambitions in this season’s Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).

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