Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors Prediction & Match Preview – BPL 19th Match
Match summary
Chattogram Royals and Rajshahi Warriors, both near the top of the BPL table, meet in Sylhet on 9 January 2026. Our preview and likely XIs.
Match details
| Match | Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors, 19th Match |
|---|---|
| Series | Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26 |
| Date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Start time | 7:00 am GMT / 1:00 pm local |
| Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet |
| Status | Played |
| Our pick | Rajshahi Warriors |
| Toss pick | Chattogram Royals |
Matches in this series
Match preview
Chattogram Royals have been one of the leading sides in the tournament. Four wins and two losses have put them at the top of the table, and they will want to hold their place with another victory.
Adam Rossington has led the batting with 241 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 142 and an average of 80.33. Mohammad Naim has added 190 runs from six matches at a strike rate of 138, with Hasan Nawaz balancing aggression and control. Shoriful Islam has been the main threat with the ball, taking 11 wickets at 7.28 an over, and the spin pair of Mahedi Hasan and Tanvir Islam have claimed 14 between them.
Rajshahi Warriors have also started well, with four wins and one loss placing them third on eight points, level with the top two but behind on net run rate. Najmul Hossain Shanto has made 204 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 145, and Mushfiqur Rahim has added 131. Muhammad Waseem hit 60 off 35 balls against Noakhali Express last time out. Ripon Mondol has taken eight wickets in three matches at an economy of 6.91, with Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Binura Fernando contributing eight more, and Hasan Murad gives extra spin cover after Mohammad Nawaz’s departure.
The pitch at Sylhet typically offers a fair contest in T20s. Quicker bowlers can find early movement, making the powerplay vital, and the surface slows as the innings goes on, helping spinners and cutters in the middle overs. Big shots are possible, but batters often need to spend time at the crease first. Dew can matter in evening games, though this is a daytime fixture. A total of 150–165 is often considered competitive here.
Pleasant and mostly dry conditions are expected, with clear to partly cloudy skies and temperatures of about 23–25°C. January brings very little rain to Sylhet, so interruptions look unlikely and moderate humidity will give a typical warm afternoon.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 165–180 | – |
| Second innings | 155–175 | – |
Rajshahi Warriors
Rajshahi have a strong batting core and an in-form spinner in Ripon Mondol, and a win would take them level at the top.
Toss pick: Chattogram Royals
FAQ
Who is expected to win Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors?
Our preview picks Rajshahi Warriors by a narrow margin, given their batting form and spin options.
How do the two teams stand in the table?
Chattogram have four wins and two defeats, while Rajshahi have four wins and one loss, so both are among the leaders.
Will dew be a factor?
Probably not. With a daytime start there should be little to no dew, so bowlers should keep their grip.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
Chattogram Royals
- Mohammad Naim
- Adam Rossingtonwk
- Shadman Islam
- Mahmudul Hasan Joy
- Hasan Nawaz
- Asif Ali
- Mahedi Hasanc
- Aamer Jamal
- Abu Hider Rony
- Tanvir Islam
- Shoriful Islam
Rajshahi Warriors
- Muhammad Waseem
- Tanzid Hasan Tamim
- Najmul Hossain Shantoc
- Mushfiqur Rahimwk
- Ryan Burl
- Yasir Ali
- SM Meherob
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib
- Ripon Mondol
- Binura Fernando
- Hasan Murad