BSS, Dhaka :
Three matches of the Bangabandhu Federation Cup Basketball were decided on the opening day (Wednesday) at Dhanmondi basketball gymnasium in the city.
In the day’s matches, Bangladesh Navy beat Dhumketu Club by 85-34 points after leading the first half by 46-14 points, Bangladesh Air Force defeated Bangladesh Police by 64-45 points after dominating the first half by 24-23 points and Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan outclassed Joshe Fights Club by 70-58 points after dominating the first half by 25-19 points.
Earlier, Bangladesh Basketball Federation (BBF) president Dr Mostafa Jalal Mohiuddin formally inaugurated the meet as the chief guest.
Organized by BBF, a total of seven teams, split into two groups, are taking part in the meet, which is being held marking the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.