BPL 2024-2025: Match 20, RAN vs KHT Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BPL match between RAN vs KHT?

Rangpur Riders will take on Khulna Tigers in Match 20 of the Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet on Monday, January 13. Rangpur Riders are perched atop the points table with an enviable run of six wins in as many games in the tournament so far. They also have an impressive Net Run Rate of +1.732. 

On the other hand, after winning two back-to-back games, Khulna Tigers have lost two consecutive games. This has left them in the fourth spot with two wins and as many losses. They have lost their last two games against Durbar Rajshahi and Sylhet Strikers by 28 and eight runs respectively. They would be hoping for a comeback win against Rangpur Riders. 

Match Details

Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

Sylhet International Cricket Stadium pitch offers great assistance for the batters. The pacers have to leverage on the movement generated by the new ball early in the game. When the ball gets a bit older, batters can catalyse the run rate.

Head-to-Head Record

Probable Playing 11s for RAN vs KHT

Rangpur Riders

Alex Hales, Tawfique Khan, Saif Hassan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Nurul Hasan(w/c), Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Kamrul Islam, Nahid Rana, Akif Javed

Khulna Tigers

William Bosisto, Mohammad Naim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz(c), Mahidul Islam Ankon(w), Imrul Kayes, Abu Hider Rony, Mohammad Nawaz, Nasum Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Darwish Rasooli, Ziaur Rahman

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Probable Top Performers from RAN vs KHT

Probable Best Batter: Saif Hassan

Saif Hassan has been the standout batter for Rangpur Riders. He is also the second-highest run scorer in the tournament so far. He has scored 221 runs in six innings at an average of 44.21 and a strike rate of 130.77. 

Probable Best Bowler: Nahid Rana

Nahid Rana is the joint-second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament so far. He has claimed nine wickets in six games at an average of 20.33 and has been Riders’ go-to bowler. 

Also Check: BPL 2024-25 Stats

 Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Rangpur Riders win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 50-60

RAN: 180-200

Rangpur Riders win the match

Scenario 2

Khulan Tigers win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 40-50

KHT: 170-190

Khulna Tigers win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author's understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.