- February 28, 2024
The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024 season was a battlefield of cricketing warfare, and Fortune Barishal was right in the thick of it. After the Eliminator Match, it’s time to dissect their performance like a surgeon dissecting a cricket ball to find the seam. Let’s dive into the stats and take a closer look at how Fortune Barishal fared, where every run scored and wicket taken is celebrated like a batsman reaching a century or a bowler getting a hat-trick.
Batting Performances:
Tamim Iqbal
Tamim Iqbal emerged as the leading run-scorer for Fortune Barishal in the BBL 2023/24 season. With 443 runs in 13 matches, including a high score of 71, Tamim showcased his consistency at the top of the order. His average of 36.91 and an impressive strike rate of 125.49 underline his crucial role as the team’s anchor.
Mushfiqur Rahim
Mushfiqur Rahim (Photo Source: Twitter)
Mushfiqur Rahim played a vital supporting role, accumulating 320 runs in 13 innings. Notably, his unbeaten 68* demonstrated his ability to anchor the innings when needed. With a batting average of 29.09 and a strike rate of 123.55, Mushfiqur’s contributions were crucial in stabilizing the middle order.
Soumya Sarkar
Soumya Sarkar (Photo Source: Twitter)
Soumya Sarkar provided firepower to the batting lineup, amassing 240 runs in 13 innings, with a high score of 75*. While his average of 21.81 may seem modest, his impressive strike rate of 128.34 indicates his capability to accelerate the run rate. Soumya’s aggressive approach was evident with 23 fours and 12 sixes, showcasing his ability to dominate bowlers.
Mahmudullah
Mahmudullah (Photo Source: Twitter)
Mahmudullah, a seasoned campaigner, contributed both with the bat and as a leader. Scoring 230 runs in 13 matches, including a high score of 73, Mahmudullah played pivotal innings in pressure situations. His strike rate of 136.09 exemplifies his ability to score briskly, providing the team with momentum.
Bowling Performances:
Mohammad Saifuddin
Mohammad Saifuddin (Photo Source: Twitter)
In the bowling department, Mohammad Saifuddin emerged as the leading wicket-taker for Fortune Barishal. With 12 wickets in 7 matches, Saifuddin displayed his effectiveness with the ball. His best bowling figures of 3/21 showcased his ability to break partnerships, and an impressive economy rate of 6.45 demonstrated his control over the run flow.
Obed McCoy
Obed McCoy (Photo Source: Twitter)
Obed McCoy made a significant impact with 11 wickets in 6 matches. His ability to take wickets consistently, with a best bowling performance of 3/34, added a valuable dimension to Fortune Barishal’s bowling attack. Despite a slightly higher economy rate, McCoy’s knack for breakthroughs made him a key asset.
Fortune Barishal’s journey in the BBL 2023/24 season had its highs and lows, ultimately culminating in the Eliminator Match. The top-order stability provided by Tamim Iqbal and the middle-order contributions of Mushfiqur Rahim and Soumya Sarkar were crucial for the team’s success. On the bowling front, the performances of Mohammad Saifuddin and Obed McCoy highlighted the team’s ability to take wickets consistently.
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