Sohan's final-over heroics keeps Rangpur's winning streak going
His audacious display of power-hitting not only sealed the win but also etched Rangpur's name in the BPL record books for the highest successful chase in the final over.
Nurul Hasan Sohan's extraordinary heroics in the final over powered Rangpur Riders to a stunning three-wicket victory against Fortune Barishal in a nail-biting contest in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) on Thursday.
Chasing a mammoth target, Rangpur needed 26 runs from the last six deliveries at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Sohan turned the match on its head, starting and finishing the over with sixes, unleashing a flurry of boundaries in between.
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His audacious display of power-hitting not only sealed the win but also etched Rangpur's name in the BPL record books for the highest successful chase in the final over.
Sohan's celebration with the bat spinning like a sword captured the intensity of the moment as he transformed despair into triumph for his team.
Initially, Rangpur struggled to keep up with the required run rate as the target seemed increasingly distant. However, Pakistani duo Iftikhar Ahmed and Khushdil Shah staged a brilliant partnership to reignite their side's hopes. Their calculated aggression narrowed the gap, setting up the stage for Sohan's final-over brilliance.
Despite posting a formidable total, Barishal, led by Tamim Iqbal, were left to rue their missed opportunities. This marked their second defeat against Rangpur in the tournament, having suffered an eight-wicket loss in their previous encounter.
Barishal's bowlers faltered under pressure in the dying moments, unable to contain Sohan's relentless assault. With this loss, they remain second on the table with six points from five matches.
Rangpur Riders extended their unbeaten run to six matches, solidifying their position at the top of the standings with 12 points. The victory reaffirmed their status as strong contenders for the title and highlighted the depth and resilience of their squad.
Sohan's heroics will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the most electrifying performances in BPL history, as Rangpur continues their dominant march in the tournament.
