The 2025–26 Bangladesh National Cricket League (NCL) T20 is currently underway, running until October 12. Serving as a key talent pipeline for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), the tournament features eight teams: Barisal Division, Chattogram Division, Dhaka Division, Dhaka Metropolis, Khulna Division, Rajshahi Division, Rangpur Division, and Sylhet Division. Matches are being held across major venues including Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Shaheed Qamaruzzaman Stadium in Rajshahi, and Shaheed Chandu Stadium in Bogura.
Recent matches have showcased competitive cricket and emerging talent across the league. On October 5, Dhaka Metropolis defeated Barisal Division by 96 runs, posting 197/6 and bowling out Barisal for 101. Earlier, on October 4, Khulna Division secured an 8-wicket win over Rajshahi Division, chasing 201 with ease. Khulna also narrowly beat Rangpur Division by 3 runs on October 3, highlighting the tight competition in the league.
Chattogram Division has been in strong form, registering an 8-wicket victory over Barisal Division on October 2, and a 30-run win against Rajshahi Division on September 30. Dhaka Division also registered a win against Rajshahi on October 1, defeating them by 28 runs. Standout performances from players such as Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque, Ziaur Rahman, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, and Md Rubel have been crucial in their respective teams’ victories.
As of October 5, the points table reflects Dhaka Metropolis leading the league with 4 wins from 5 matches. Khulna Division and Chattogram Division follow closely, each with 3 wins, while Dhaka Division and Rajshahi Division have 2 wins apiece. Rangpur Division and Barisal Division have struggled with only 1 win each, and Sylhet Division is yet to open their account.
The remaining matches of the NCL T20 promise further excitement, as teams aim to secure spots in the final and impress selectors for the upcoming BPL draft. The league continues to provide a platform for young cricketers to demonstrate their skills under competitive conditions, with all-round performances and key partnerships shaping the outcomes of tightly contested games.
With just a week remaining in the tournament, fans can expect high-intensity cricket, emerging stars making their mark, and crucial performances that could influence the future composition of BPL teams. The NCL T20 remains a vital part of Bangladesh’s domestic cricket calendar, blending talent development with competitive excitement.
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