The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match saw the Sylhet Strikers defeat the Khulna Tigers by 5 wickets in a nail-biting encounter in Mirpur.

Choosing to bat first, Khulna saw Anamul Haque's resilient 67* steer them to a respectable 153/3. Despite concerns about 'anchors' in T20s, Haque's innings provided a solid foundation, complemented by a late surge from Habibur Rahman Sohan (43* off 30).

However, the Strikers' bowling trio of Sunzamul Islam, Samit Patel, and Benny Howell kept Khulna in check with crucial breakthroughs. In return, Samit Patel's injury caused the Strikers to experience early setbacks. Harry Tector, however, changed the game with an incredible 61 off 52 deliveries, adding runs and sixes to give them momentum.

Khulna's Mark Deyal posed a threat with his 3/19, momentarily tilting the balance. But with nerve-wracking tension, Ryan Burl (32*) and Mithun (24) held their nerve, guiding the Strikers to victory with an over to spare, igniting scenes of jubilation.

Experienced Rubel Hossain's 19th over, which saw him give up 24 runs—three sixes and a boundary—turned out to be crucial in a sudden change of events that gave Sylhet the victory.