Pakistan’s star fast bowler, Shaheen Afridi, is ready to roll into the Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25. Barishal has signed on the defending champions’ bowling star, and he’ll be part of the roster for the upcoming tournament scheduled to start on **December 30**. With such a boost, this comes as a significant morale to Barishal, seeking to defend their title this year.
Shaheen Afridi’s Participation in the Next Season
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Afridi will play a limited role in the tournament, appearing in only five matches. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued him a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for this period, which is valid until January 15. Though his appearances are limited, Shaheen Afridi’s inclusion will add immense strength to the Fortune Barishal bowling attack. In addition to Afridi, the franchise has signed many other notable players such as Kyle Mayers, David Malan, Mohammad Nabi, Faheem Ashraf, Ali Mohammad, and Jahandad.
Fortune Barishal’s Current Form
Fortune Barishal has been in excellent form over the past seasons of BPL. They had managed to reach the second position at the league stage in the previous season with 7 victories in 12 games. This great performance earned them a place in the playoffs. Barishal then outplayed Chattogram Challengers in the Eliminator and outperformed the Rangpur Riders in the Qualifier-2 to advance to the final.
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They concluded their dream run by beating Comilla Victorians to win the title of BPL 2023. The team is all set for the 2024-25 season, eager to continue their success and to defend the title. Shaheen Afridi is coming into the team, which will make Fortune Barishal look forward to replicating the same performances that they made last season and taking it to the championship.
BPL 2024-25 Full Schedule
The Bangladesh Premier League will start on December 30, with the first match between Fortune Barishal and Darbar Rajshahi. Here’s a look at the major matches of the season:
December 30: Fortune Barishal vs Darbar Rajshahi, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
December 31: Khulna Tigers vs Chattogram Kings, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Sylhet Strikers vs Rangpur Riders, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
January 02: Rajshahi vs Dhaka Capitals, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Fortune Barishal vs Rangpur Riders, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
January 03: Darbar Rajshahi vs Chattogram Kings, 2 pm, Dhaka
Dhaka Capitals vs Khulna Tigers, 7 pm, Dhaka
January 06: Sylhet Strikers vs Rangpur Riders, 1.30 pm, Sylhet
Fortune Barishal vs Darbar Rajshahi, 6.30 pm, Sylhet
January 07: Rangpur Riders vs Dhaka Capitals, 1.30 pm, Sylhet
Fortune Barishal vs Sylhet Strikers, 6.30 pm, Sylhet
January 09: Fortune Barishal vs Rangpur Riders, 1.30 pm, Sylhet
Dhaka Capitals vs Chattogram Kings, 6.30 pm, Sylhet
January 10: Darbar Rajshahi vs Khulna Tigers, 2 pm, Sylhet
Dhaka vs Sylhet Strikers, 7 pm, Sylhet
January 12: Khulna Tigers vs Sylhet, 1.30 pm, Sylhet
Darbar Rajshahi vs Dhaka Capitals, 6.30 pm, Sylhet
January 13: Chattogram Kings vs Sylhet Strikers, 1.30 pm, Sylhet
Rangpur Riders vs Khulna Tigers, 6.30 pm, Sylhet
January 16: Fortune Barishal vs Dhaka Capitals, Noon 1.30 pm, Chattogram
Khulna Tigers vs Chattogram Kings, 6.30 pm, Chittagong
January 17: Darbar Rajshahi vs Sylhet Strikers, 2 pm, Chattogram
Rangpur Riders vs Chattogram Kings, 7 pm, Chattogram
January 19: Fortune Barishal vs Chattogram Kings, 1.30 pm, Chittagong
Darbar Rajshahi vs Khulna Tigers, 6.30 pm, Chittagong
January 20: Dhaka Capitals vs Sylhet Strikers, 1.30 pm, Chattogram
Darbar Rajshahi vs Chattogram Kings, 6.30 pm, Chittagong
January 22: Dhaka Capitals vs Chattogram Kings, 1.30 pm, Chittagong
Fortune Barishal vs Khulna Tigers, 6.30 pm, Chittagong
January 23: Darbar Rajshahi vs Rangpur Riders, 1.30 pm pm, Chattogram
Khulna Tigers vs Sylhet Strikers, 6.30 pm, Chattogram
January 26: Fortune Barishal vs Sylhet Strikers, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Darbar Rajshahi vs Rangpur Riders, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
January 27: Fortune Barishal vs Khulna Tigers, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Darbar Rajshahi vs Sylhet Strikers, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
January 29: Rangpur Riders vs Chattogram Kings, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Fortune Barishal vs Dhaka Capitals, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
January 30: Rangpur Riders vs Khulna Tigers, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Chattogram Kings vs Sylhet Strikers, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
February 01: Dhaka Capitals vs Khulna Tigers, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
Fortune Barishal vs Chittagong Kings, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
February 03: Eliminator, 1.30 pm, Dhaka
First Qualifier, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
February 05: Second Qualifier, 6.30 pm, Dhaka
February 07: Final, 7 pm, Dhaka
Shaheen Afridi’s inclusion in BBL
The inclusion of Shaheen Afridi in the BPL sparks significant excitement within the tournament. His appearance in the Fortune Barishal roster shall be one of the strongest reasons why they seek to retain the title. In a span of just five games, he will hold much importance in making things count on the field. Everyone from Barishal as well as from Afridi awaits to witness his first game this time in this very aggressive edition of the Bangladesh Premier League.
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