RGR vs CK
The Rangpur Riders (RGR) will face the Chittagong Kings (CK) in the 24th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024-25 at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. Rangpur leads the standings with a flawless 14 points from seven matches, while Chittagong is second with 8 points from five games.
Rangpur Riders have a perfect head-to-head record against Chittagong Kings in the BPL. With their current unbeatable form, they are favourites for this clash.
Team Previews
Rangpur Riders
The Riders extended their unbeaten streak to seven matches with a recent win over Khulna Tigers, defending a target of 186 to clinch another victory.
Top Performers
- Saif Hassan: 228 runs in 7 innings, averaging 38 with a strike rate of 127.
- Iftikhar Ahmed: 204 runs in 6 innings, averaging an impressive 68 with a strike rate of 121.
- Khushdil Shah: Scored an unbeaten 73 off 35 balls in the last game, bringing his season tally to 215 runs.
The bowling unit has been consistent, with Mahedi Hasan, Nahid Rana, and Khushdil Shah leading the charts with 9 wickets each.

Chittagong Kings
The Kings have bounced back strongly from an opening loss to register four consecutive wins. Their recent victory over the Khulna Tigers by 45 runs underlined their growing momentum.
Top Performers
- Usman Khan: 259 runs in 5 innings at an average of 51.8 and a strike rate of 170.39.
- Graham Clark: Smashed a brilliant 101 off 50 balls in the last game.
- Shamim Hossain: Reliable contributions with the bat in key moments.
Aliss Al Islam (9 wickets) and Khaled Ahmed (7 wickets) have been pivotal to their success in bowling.

Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Analysis
The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium offers a slower pitch, favouring spinners as the match progresses. However, batters who adjust quickly can post big scores. Dew will likely play a role in the second innings, making chasing preferable.
Average 1st Innings Score: 169
Weather Forecast
The weather’s looking good too; it’ll be cool and comfortable in Chittagong, with no rain expected to stop play. This means a full, uninterrupted game is highly probable.
Toss Prediction
Teams may choose to bowl first, considering dew could make bowling more challenging later.
Match Prediction
Rangpur Riders have dominated this BPL season with exceptional performances in both batting and bowling. While Chittagong Kings have shown resilience and potential, Rangpur’s consistency and balanced lineup give them a clear edge.
Final Prediction: Rangpur Riders are favoured to win this match based on their overall team performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Who has the better head-to-head record in RGR vs CK?
Rangpur Riders have never lost to Chittagong Kings in the history of the BPL.
Q. What makes Rangpur Riders the favourites for this match?
Rangpur’s unbeaten streak, strong all-around performances, and consistent contributions from players like Saif Hassan and Khushdil Shah make them the favourites.
Q. How important is the toss in this match?
The toss could be crucial, as dew in the evening may make bowling difficult in the second innings. Teams winning the toss are likely to opt to bowl first.
Q. Which player is key for Chittagong Kings?
Usman Khan has been a standout performer with the bat, while Aliss Al Islam has been their best bowler this season. Both will be critical to Chittagong’s success in this match.
Q. What’s the expected pitch behaviour?
The pitch is expected to be slow, and turn is offered for spinners. Batsmen need to adjust early to capitalise on scoring opportunities.