Bangladesh Premier League
Chattogram Royals vs Dhaka Capitals Match Result & Analysis
CHR Chattogram Royals
DC Dhaka Capitals
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet
Our pre-match predictionResult: Chattogram Royals won by 10 wickets (44 balls remaining). DC 122 vs CHR 123/0.
Our Prediction: DC — Incorrect
Pre-match analysis published on 2 January 2026:
Match Overview
Chattogram Royals host Dhaka Capitals in a crucial BPL clash at Sylhet. This afternoon match (14:00 local) sees two teams on level points (1W-1L), but with vastly different squad situations.
Team News
Chattogram Royals
Form: 1W-1L. Beat Noakhali Express by 65 runs (Mirza Baig 80). Lost to Rangpur Riders by 7 wickets (bowled out for 102).
CRISIS: BCB took over ownership after Triangle Sports terminated on Dec 25. Foreign player exodus - Niroshan Dickwella (NOC denied), Paul Stirling (withdrew), Abrar Ahmed (NOC pending) all OUT.
Available overseas: Only Cameron Delport (inactive since 2021-22) and Kamran Ghulam remain.
Captain: Mahedi Hasan
Key players: Mirza Baig (80 runs), Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam
Dhaka Capitals
Form: 1W-1L. Beat Rajshahi Warriors by 5 wickets. Lost to Sylhet Titans by just 6 runs (167/8 chasing 174).
Captain: Mohammad Mithun (wk)
Star performer: Shamim Hossain Patwari - 81* off 43 balls on Jan 1 (9x4, 3x6). Top scorer with 98 runs.
Key players: Alex Hales, Dasun Shanaka, Imad Wasim, Taskin Ahmed
Note: Team mourning bowling coach Mahbub Ali Zaki who died of heart attack before BPL.
Key Stats
| Factor | Chattogram Royals | Dhaka Capitals |
|---|---|---|
| Form | 1W-1L (102 all out last game) | 1W-1L (lost by 6 runs) |
| Top Scorer | Mirza Baig (80) | Shamim Hossain (98 runs, 81*) |
| Overseas Players | 2 (Delport, Ghulam) | 4 (Hales, Shanaka, Imad +1) |
| Ownership | BCB takeover - chaos | Stable |
Venue Analysis
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium is a slow, spin-friendly surface. Average score: 150-165. Pacers get early swing, spinners dominate middle overs.
Afternoon match (14:00) - minimal dew factor. Batting first is viable.
Final Verdict
Dhaka Capitals have a significant squad advantage. While CHR are scrambling with only 2 overseas players after the foreign exodus, DC have all 4 slots filled with quality (Hales, Shanaka, Imad Wasim). Shamim Hossain is in blistering form (81* off 43 on Jan 1).
CHR collapsed for 102 in their last match and have ownership chaos affecting team stability. DC pushed table-toppers Sylhet Titans to the final over despite losing early wickets.
Prediction: Dhaka Capitals 62% | CHR 38%
Value Note
No bookmaker odds available yet.
Fair Odds: DC 1.61 | CHR 2.63
Betting Tip:
- Back DC @ 1.65+ (2% edge - recommended)
- Back CHR @ 2.69+ (2% edge on underdog)
Wait for odds to be released and calculate edge before betting.
