The two BPL 2025/26 matches scheduled for December 30 have been called off.
BPL matches rescheduled following former prime minister's death
The two Bangladesh Premier League matches scheduled for December 30 - Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals and Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders - have been postponed following the death of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia.
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Match 7, Sylhet Titans vs Chattogram Royals
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Match 8, Dhaka Capitals vs Rangpur Riders
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The news of Zia's death came at 6am local time. Zia, who was Bangladesh's first female prime minster, had served two terms, from 1991 to 1996 and 2001 to 2006. Soon after the announcement of her death, the Bangladesh Cricket Board called off the two BPL matches scheduled for today.
"The BCB recalls with gratitude her constant blessings and good wishes for the progress of cricket in this country," a BCB statement said. "During her tenure as prime minister, she provided outstanding support for the development of cricket in Bangladesh, significantly contributing to improvements in cricket infrastructure and the sport's growth nationwide. Her vision and encouragement helped pave the way for many of the advancements the game enjoys today.
"In respect of the nation's mourning and in honour of Begum Khaleda Zia's legacy, the BCB announces that today's scheduled Bangladesh Premier League matches have been cancelled and will be rescheduled. Further details on the revised fixtures will be communicated in due course."
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Six matches have been played so far in this edition of the BPL, which began on December 26. Rajshahi Warriors are currently at the top of the table with two wins from three games. Rangpur Riders and Dhaka Capitals, meanwhile, have played only one game each so far. Noakhali Express are the only team yet to win a game.
