Bowlers set up 10-wicket victory for Khulna

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BSS, Dhaka :
Ashiquzzaman once again showed his fierce bowling display enabled Khulna Division to notch an overwhelming ten-wicket victory over Barisal Division on the third day of tier 1 four-day National Cricket League held on Thursday at BKSP ground in Savar.
Ashiquzzaman claimed six wickets in the second innings to ensure his team’s victory after Khulna Division easily chase down the paltry target making 15 runs keeping all their ten wickets in hand.
Mehedi Hasan and Hasanuzzaman completed the formally to remain unbeaten with 11 and 0 runs.
Earlier, Barisal Division resumed their second innings on the third day at overnight score of 10 for no loss and finally al out for 211, setting a winning target of 12 runs for Khulna Division. Monir Hossain top scored for Barisal with 70 runs followed by Al Amin (37) and Tawhidul (30).
Ashiquzzaman caused the major damage as he claimed six Barisal’s wicket giving away 57 runs. He was well supported by Ziaur Rahman and Biswanath Halder, who both picked up two wickets apiece conceding 27 and 47 runs respectively.
Ashiquzzaman of Khulna Division was named the player of the match for his brilliant bowling performance.
Brief score:
Barisal Division 1st innings – 171 for all, Fazle 95, Shahin 18, Ziaur 3/29, Ashikur 3/33 and Biswanath Halder 2/28.
2nd innings – 211 for all, Monir 70, Al Amin 37, Tawhidul 30, Ashiquzzaman 6/57, Ziaur 2/27 and Biswanath 2/37.
Khulna Division 1st innings – 371 for all, Anamul 136, Tushar 108, Mehedi 57, Monir 6/66 and Salman 2/68.
2nd innings -15 for no loss, Mehedi 11 n.o and Hasanuzzamn 0 n.o.
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