BPL 2024: Match 3, FBA vs RAN Match Prediction: Who will win today’s BPL match between FBA vs RAN?

Fortune Barishal (FBA) and Rangpur Riders (RAN) lock horns in match No. 3 of the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024 on Saturday, January 20, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.

Last year, Barishal won seven games and lost five out of the 12 they played in the round-robin phase of the tournament. They finished fourth on the points table and eventually lost to Rangpur in the Eliminator by four wickets in a game that ended in the last over.

Shakib Al Hasan was in charge of Barishal last year. This time, he will be representing the Riders but will play under the leadership of Nurul Hasan Sohan. The veteran all-rounder didn't want to take the pressure of captaincy and that is why the Rangpur management decided to continue with Sohan as their leader.

Rangpur won eight and lost four matches last season and secured the third spot on the points table. After beating Barishal in the Eliminator, they lost to Sylhet Strikers in the Qualifier 2 by 19 runs.

FBA vs RAN Match Details:

Shere Bangla National Stadium Pitch Report and Conditions

The Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka generally provides pitches that are evenly balanced. There will be a little bit of assistance for the pacers with the new ball and the spinners join in on the party as the match goes on. Batters don't usually get belters in Dhaka but if they are willing to give themselves some time at the crease, run-scoring isn't too arduous a task. Rain is not expected to play a role in the game and that is certainly a good news for the cricket enthusiasts. The temperature is going to be in the early 20s.

FBA vs RAN Head-to-Head Record:

FBA vs RAN Predicted Playing XI:

Fortune Barishal (FBA):

Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Tamim Iqbal (C), Paul Stirling, Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Shoaib Malik, Soumya Sarkar, Mohammad Saifuddin, Yannic Cariah, Taijul Islam, Mohammad Amir, Khaled Ahmed

Rangpur Riders (RAN):

Brandon King, Rony Talukdar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shakib Al Hasan, Nurul Hasan Sohan (C/WK), Shamim Hossain, Wanindu Hasaranga, Hasan Mahmud, Matheesha Pathirana, Hasan Murad, Abu Hider Rony

FBA vs RAN Probable Best Performers:

Probable Best Batter: Tamim Iqbal

The legendary Bangladeshi opener was left out of the ODI World Cup 2023 side after a rift with captain Shakib. Tamim is an experienced cricketer and would be key to Barishal's chances in the tournament. He had a decent tournament last season, scoring 302 runs in 10 games, at an average of 33.5 and a strike rate of 122.26. Tamim would hope to lead his side from the front and get them off to flying starts inside the PowerPlay.

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Probable Best Bowler: Hasan Mahmud

The right-arm pacer has a bag of tricks up his sleeve. He bowls a variety of slower deliveries that can outfox the best batters in world cricket. He had a fine BPL campaign last season, finishing as the joint-highest wicket-taker, with 17 wickets from 14 matches, at an average of 24.82 and a strike rate of 18.60. His economy rate of 7.98 is commendable, considering the fact that he bowled several overs at the death.

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting second to win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.