'It’s difficult when you don’t have momentum': Mosaddek on Dhaka's losing streak in the BPL

The Dhaka Capitals' woes show no signs of abating, as they suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the tournament, leaving them at the bottom of the table with zero points.

All-rounder Mosaddek Hossain, speaking after their latest seven-wicket loss to Rangpur Riders, was candid about the team's struggles.

"It's difficult when you don't have momentum," Mosaddek admitted.

"Everyone is trying their best in practice and on the field, but it just isn't clicking. Winning one match could turn things around. Franchises thrive on momentum – once a team finds it early, everything becomes easier. That's what we're missing right now."

Mosaddek also reflected on the batting collapse that saw Dhaka post a meagre 111 runs after opting to bat first.

"The wicket felt a bit slow initially but improved as the game progressed. It was good enough for a high-scoring match, but after our collapse, building a competitive total became tough. It's difficult to defend low scores like 110-120 here."

The star-studded squad, which included English batsman Jason Roy, has failed to live up to expectations.

Roy, who joined the team only a day before the match, scored a quick-fire 18 off 12 balls but fell before making a significant impact.

Mosaddek commented, "Travel fatigue might have affected him, though he wasn't unfit. Perhaps there was some jet lag. Just as he seemed to be settling, he got out. Overall, our batting hasn't been up to the mark."

Mistakes in the field compounded Dhaka's misery, with dropped catches and missed opportunities allowing Rangpur to comfortably chase the target with 40 balls to spare.

"Reducing these errors could give us a better chance of winning," Mosaddek added.

"Without momentum, mistakes tend to multiply. Once we find our rhythm, things will fall into place. Right now, we're not performing as a cohesive unit. There are gaps, and we need to identify and address them to move forward."

For a team that was expected to challenge for the title, the Capitals' campaign has been nothing short of a disaster.

Despite having high-profile players and backing from Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan, the team has failed to deliver on the pitch.

The loss against Rangpur Riders was particularly one-sided. Dhaka's batting faltered early, and their total of 111 was chased down with ease as Rangpur won with seven wickets and plenty of time to spare.

The defeat has left fans deeply frustrated, with some jokingly suggesting that team owner Shakib Khan might need to step onto the field himself to turn things around.

As for Mosaddek, who is no longer a regular in the national side, this tournament is also a personal challenge.

He joined the Capitals late, after the competition had already started, and acknowledged the determination to prove himself.

"Of course, there's a sense of determination. It's natural for professional cricketers. I'm working hard to ensure that when an opportunity comes, I'm ready to grab it. Whether it's one format or another, performance will dictate the outcome. I'll keep trying and leave the rest to fate."

With four matches played and no points on the board, Dhaka Capitals remain seventh on the table, desperately seeking a turnaround in fortunes.