Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
BPL 2025/26 • Rangpur Riders won the match by 6 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 20-over encounter of BPL 2025/26, Rangpur Riders took on Dhaka Capitals on Jan 16, 2026, 05:43 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Rangpur Riders won the match by 6 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 337 runs and 11 wickets fall between Rangpur Riders (171/4 in 20.0 overs) and Dhaka Capitals (166/7 in 20.0 overs).
2. Rangpur Riders Innings Breakdown (171/4)
Batting in the first innings, Rangpur Riders finished on 171/4 from 20.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 8.55 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, Rangpur Riders accumulated 47 runs for the loss of 0 wickets. Apple spearheaded the batting effort with 78 runs off 49 balls (including 8 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 159.2). Valuable middle-order support came from Shrimp, who contributed 62 runs off 46 deliveries, while Jumbo added 24 (16b). With the ball in the first innings, Don led the bowling figures with 2/33 in 4.0 overs (economy 8.25), assisted by Qwips (1/19 in 4.0 overs).
3. Dhaka Capitals Chase & Second Innings Summary (166/7)
Pursuing a target of 172 runs for victory, Dhaka Capitals recorded 166/7 in 20.0 overs at a scoring rate of 8.30 runs per over. Don anchored the chase for Dhaka Capitals with 58 runs from 30 balls (3 fours, 5 sixes, strike rate 193.3), alongside John who chipped in with 31 off 18 balls. Defending the total, Lil Noodle delivered a key spell of 3/11 across 4.0 overs at an economy rate of 2.75, while Swedish Herring finished with 2/43 (4.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Apple and Shrimp (Rangpur Riders), who combined for 123 runs off 85 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 9 catches, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with Chad making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Don (Dhaka Capitals) topped the match rankings with 192.0 total points, followed closely by Lil Noodle (123.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Apple.