DHAKA, Nov 18, 2025 (BSS) - Fast bowler Mukidul Islam Mugdho claimed a five-
wicket haul as Rangpur Division secured its first victory in the ongoing 27th 
National Cricket League (NCL), thrashing Barishal by eight wickets in a low-
scoring game at Shaheed Chandu Stadium in Bogura today.

Put into bat first, Barishal were bowled out for just 196 despite a fighting 
80 from Fazle Mahmud. Robiul Haque was the wrecker-in-chief with 5-25 while 
Mugdho complemented him with 3-46.

Rangpur, however, earned a slim six runs lead when they put up 202 in the 
first inning before being all out.

With the second innings still at hands, there was a chance for Barishal to 
make a comeback. But Mugdho's fiery bowling shattered their hopes to claw 
back into the contest.

Mugdho finished the second innings with 5-53 to wrap up Barishal for just 
141, giving his side 135-run to chase for a victory.

Rangpur made no mistakes as they reached 139-2 on Day 4, the final day of the 
game to clinch the victory.

Opener Mim Mohammad scored highest 80 off 93 with a dozen of boundaries while 
Nobin Islam was not out on 42.

Like Rangpur, Mymensingh also secured their first victory in the fourth round 
after beating Chattogram by 251 runs. Asadullah Hill Galib snapped up 6-21 to 
hand the side a crushing victory.

The match between Rajshahi and Dhaka, however, ended in a draw.