Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors Prediction & Match Preview – BPL 28th Match

The top two teams in the Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26 meet in Dhaka on Saturday 17 January, when Chattogram Royals face Rajshahi Warriors at Shere Bangla National Stadium in the 28th match.

Chattogram have won five of seven and sit second with a net run rate of +0.898. Their wins include a 65-run victory over Noakhali, a 10-wicket success against Dhaka and two wins over Sylhet, the latest by 14 runs. Both defeats came against Rangpur Riders by narrow margins. Mohammad Naim has scored 197 runs at a strike rate of 135.86, Shoriful Islam has 13 wickets at an economy of 6.92 and Tanvir Islam has 10.

Rajshahi are top with six wins from eight. In their latest game they chased 132 against Dhaka Capitals by seven wickets with 23 balls to spare, Tanzid Hasan scoring 76 off 43. They also beat Rangpur in a Super Over after a tie, though they lost to Chattogram by two wickets in a last-ball finish. Najmul Hossain Shanto has 292 runs, Tanzid Hasan 166, Ripon Mondol 13 wickets and Binura Fernando seven at 6.86 an over. Rajshahi will be looking for revenge for that earlier narrow defeat.

Probable playing XI

Pitch report

Shere Bangla National Stadium generally gives a batting-friendly surface with true bounce, suited to stroke play and partnerships. Seamers can get early movement, which makes the powerplay important, and the pitch then flattens through the middle overs. Spinners may come into play later, although evening dew could reduce their effect slightly. Competitive T20 totals usually fall in the 160–180 range.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 155–170
• 2nd innings: 150–165

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