Chattogram Challengers defeated Fortune Barishal by a margin of 16 runs in a hard-fought Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match that took place in Dhaka. With this triumph, the Challengers moved up to the second position in the standings with five victories from seven games, while Barishal suffered his fourth loss in the same number of games.

Opting to bat first, the Chattogram Challengers showcased their batting prowess by posting a competitive total of 145/5 within the stipulated 20 overs. Opener Josh Brown ignited the innings with a blistering 38, setting a rapid tempo for the team. Tom Bruce steadied the ship in the middle order, crafting an unbeaten half-century. Despite encountering resistance from the Barishal bowlers, the Challengers managed to set a challenging target for their opponents.

Barishal's bowling attack, led by Mohammad Imran, managed to claim two wickets during the Challengers' innings.

In reply, Fortune Barishal faced a series of setbacks in their chase, losing wickets at regular intervals. Tamim Iqbal's valiant effort of 49 kept their aspirations alive, but the remaining batting lineup struggled to forge meaningful partnerships. Chattogram Challengers' bowlers showcased remarkable discipline, maintaining a consistent line and length, which ultimately restricted Barishal to a total of 129/8 in their allotted 20 overs.

Shohidul Islam emerged as the standout performer with the ball for Chattogram, clinching three crucial wickets, while Al-Amin Hossain and Nihaduzzaman provided crucial breakthroughs during pivotal moments of the game.