Fortune Barishal emerged victorious in a nail-biting final against Chittagong Kings at the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025, winning by 3 wickets with 3 balls to spare. Chasing a target of 195, Barishal finished at 195/7 in 19.3 overs to claim the coveted BPL trophy.
Chittagong Kings set a competitive total of 194/3 in their 20 overs, thanks to a solid performance from Khawaja Nafay, who top-scored with 66 off 44 balls. Parvez Hossain Emon supported well with an unbeaten 78 off 49 deliveries. Graham Clark’s quick-fire 44 off 23 balls also contributed to the total, but Barishal’s bowlers, led by Mohammad Ali and Ebadot Hossain, managed to restrict the scoring in the final overs.
In response, Barishal’s chase was led by a blistering 54 from captain Tamim Iqbal, and a steady 46 from Kyle Mayers. Despite some setbacks in the middle overs, including the loss of wickets at crucial moments, Rishad Hossain’s explosive 18* off just 6 balls helped guide Barishal home. Shoriful Islam’s impressive bowling for Chittagong took 4 crucial wickets, but it wasn’t enough to stop Barishal from reaching their target.
The final match saw intense action throughout, with both teams showcasing quality cricket. Barishal’s depth in batting and calm finish under pressure secured them the win. The match also featured strong performances from Barishal’s bowlers, notably Mohammad Ali and Tanvir Islam, who kept Chittagong’s big hitters in check.
In the end, it was a well-rounded team effort from Barishal that sealed the victory. With 3 balls to spare, they claimed the title and celebrated a memorable BPL 2025 victory.
