Sylhet Titans produced a composed all-round performance to defeat Dhaka Capitals by six runs in the 7th match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

After opting to bat first, Sylhet Titans put up 173 for 5 in 20 overs, setting a challenging target on a surface that offered value for shots but demanded smart batting. Dhaka Capitals fought hard in reply but finished on 167 for 8, falling narrowly short in a tense finish.

Omarzai's all-round show lifts Sylhet

Sylhet's innings was powered by Azmatullah Omarzai, who played a match-defining unbeaten knock of 50 off just 24 deliveries, accelerating sharply in the final overs. His innings ensured Sylhet crossed the 170-run mark after a steady start in the powerplay.

With the ball, Omarzai delivered again, picking up 3 wickets for 40 runs, breaking key partnerships at crucial moments. Mohammad Amir provided early breakthroughs and returned figures of 2 for 30, keeping Dhaka Capitals under pressure throughout the chase.

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Shamim Hossain keeps Dhaka alive till the end

Chasing 174, Dhaka Capitals lost early wickets and were forced into a rebuilding phase. Shamim Hossain emerged as the standout performer, smashing an unbeaten 81 off 43 balls, including several clean strikes in the final overs.

Despite Shamim's late onslaught, Dhaka struggled to find consistent support from the other end. Sylhet's disciplined bowling in the death overs ensured they defended the total successfully.

Match result

Sylhet Titans: 173/5 (20 overs)

Dhaka Capitals: 167/8 (20 overs)

Result: Sylhet Titans won by 6 runs

Player of the Match: Azmatullah Omarzai

Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium

What this win means

The victory gives Sylhet Titans an important boost in the early stages of the BPL 2025-26, while Dhaka Capitals will take positives from Shamim Hossain's form despite the narrow loss. With several close matches already this season, the league continues to deliver high-intensity contests.

Earlier in the Bangladesh Premier League 2025-26, Rajshahi Warriors pulled off a dramatic Super Over win against Rangpur Riders in another high-intensity contest at Sylhet.

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