Fortune Barishal will play Rangpur Riders in the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024 Qualifier 2 on Wednesday, February 28 at Dhaka's renowned Shere Bangla Stadium. Both teams are fiercely contending for a prized berth in the BPL 2024 final, where they will square off against the Comilla Victorians, after an intense month of cricket action.

Fortune Barishal clinched their playoff berth with an admirable performance during the league stage, securing victory in seven out of twelve matches. Under the leadership of Tamim Iqbal, they showcased dominance in the Eliminator against Chattogram Challengers, bolstered by stellar displays from Kyle Mayers and Mohammad Saifuddin with the ball, alongside an outstanding fifty by Mayers during the run-chase.

Meanwhile, Rangpur Riders concluded the league stage atop the table with nine triumphs. Despite stumbling in the first Qualifier against the Victorians, James Neesham's explosive innings propelled them to a competitive total. Nonetheless, their bowling contingent, barring Fazhalhaq Farooqi, grappled to contain the opposition's onslaught.

The Shere Bangla Stadium's pitch is anticipated to offer assistance to spinners, notwithstanding the persistent challenge of dew during night matches. With expectations of a high-scoring spectacle, both teams are primed for an exhilarating showdown, fully aware of the stakes involved in securing a berth in the final.

In terms of the probable playing XIs, Fortune Barishal is likely to field Tamim Iqbal (c), Kyle Mayers, David Miller, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mahmudullah, Soumya Sarkar, James Fuller, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Saifuddin, Obed McCoy, and Taijul Islam. Conversely, Rangpur Riders are expected to feature Rony Talukdar, Nicholas Pooran, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Nabi, Nurul Hasan (c & wk), James Neesham, Shamim Hossain, Abu Hider Rony, Hasan Mahmud, and Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Despite their setback in Qualifier 1, Rangpur Riders are considered the favourites heading into the clash against Fortune Barishal.