The Bogura phase of the 28th National Cricket League (NCL) four-day matches begins today (Saturday). Chittagong Division will face Mymensingh Division at the Shaheed Chandu Stadium. The match is scheduled to start at 9:00 AM.
Players from both teams arrived in Bogura on Thursday to participate in the game. On Friday afternoon, cricketers from both sides engaged in rigorous practice sessions at the stadium.
Having played 3 matches each in the first phase of the league, both teams currently stand equal with 3 points each. Chittagong Division is in 5th place on the points table with 3 points—securing one win, one loss, and one draw—while Mymensingh holds the 6th position after drawing all 3 of their matches. The Bogura match is a key battle for both teams to climb higher in the standings. With both squads featuring current and former national team players, the four-day contest promises to be highly entertaining.
Notably, Khulna Division tops the points table with 5 points after playing 3 matches in the first phase. Rajshahi is in 2nd place and Sylhet Division is 3rd, both with 4 points, while Dhaka occupies the 4th spot with 3 points.
Chittagong Division Squad:
Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Sadikur Rahman, Saddam Hossain, Shahadat Hossain Dipu, Tasamul Haque, Irfan Sukkur, Shah Poran, Sabbir Hossain Kedar, Ahmed Sharif, Enamul Haque Ashiq, Hasan Murad, Abul Hasnat, Irfan Hossain, Sunzamul Islam, and Rubel Hossain.
Mymensingh Division Squad:
Abdul Mazid, Shuvagata Hom, Al-Amin, Mosaddek Hossain Saikat, Abu Hider Rony, Munim Shahriar, Asadullah Al Galib, Rakibul Hasan, Yasin Arafat, Khalid Hasan, Azizul Hakim Rony, Muhammad Fahim, Mahfijul Islam, Ariful Islam Joni, and Rejaur Rahman Raja.
According to sources at Shaheed Chandu Stadium, spectators will be able to enjoy the NCL four-day matches free of cost.
