BSS
  03 Dec 2025, 18:37

Dhaka salvage draw against Khulna

DHAKA, Dec 3, 2025 (BSS)— Rayan Rahman hit a 54 not out as Dhaka Division eked out a draw against Khulna in their sixth round game of the 27th National Cricket League (NCL) at Khulna Divisional Stadium today.

Chasing a victory target of 165 on Day 4, the final day of the game, Dhaka were slumped to 26-3, before Rayan led the charge to help the side see off the day.

Dhaka eventually reached 123-6 at stumps to draw the game.

Resuming the day on 149-5, Khulna were bowled out for 280 with Imranuzzaman hitting 66 and Soumya Sarkar making 55. Captain Mohammad Mithun and Ziaur Rahman added 32 each.

Dhaka pacer Sumon Khan claimed 3-48 while Foysal Ahmed, Salahuddin Sakil and Taibur Rahman took two wickets apiece.

Earlier, electing to bat first, Khulna piled up 194 in the first innings but conceded a 116-run lead when Dhaka replied with 310 all out.