The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025 is approaching its thrilling conclusion as the competition nears the playoffs stage. Out of the seven teams participating, two teams have already been eliminated, while three others have secured their spots in the playoffs. The final spot remains contested between two teams, with the Qualifier 1 still yet to be determined.

Currently, Fortune Barishal stand the most comfortable, having already secured a place in the playoffs. With 18 points from 11 matches, they are assured of their spot regardless of their final match result. This means that Barishal can afford to experiment with their squad in their last group-stage match.

Fortune Barishal have been one of the most dominant teams this season, and with star players like Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, and Najmul Hossain Shanto, their roster has been packed with talent. Despite the deep lineup, player Taijul Islam has not had many opportunities to play, but he remains content with his team's performance.

Before Barishal’s last match against Chittagong Kings, Taijul spoke about his satisfaction with the team’s performance and emphasized that team success is more important than individual playing time. He said, “Although I haven’t played much, I am happy as long as the team is doing well. We have a strong squad with some of the best players in the country.”

While Barishal are already in the playoffs, the battle for the second spot in the qualifiers is still on between Rangpur Riders and Chittagong Kings. After a brilliant start with eight consecutive wins, Rangpur’s momentum faltered, leaving them in second place with 16 points from 12 matches.

Chittagong, on the other hand, are in third place with 14 points. They must defeat Barishal in their final group-stage match to secure a place in the Qualifier. If they win, they will join Barishal in the playoffs, while Rangpur will play in the Eliminator.

The Eliminator match remains highly anticipated as Khulna Tigers and Dhaka Capitals will go head-to-head on February 1st. If Khulna wins, they will qualify for the playoffs, while a Dhaka victory would send Khulna packing and pave the way for Durbar Rajshahi to take their place in the playoffs.

The final matches of the group stage have set the stage for an exciting finish. Cricket fans are eager to see which teams will ultimately secure their spots in the Qualifiers and fight for a chance to win the BPL 2025 title.

Naim Sheikh of Khulna Tigers currently leads the run-scorers’ chart with 444 runs, including a brilliant century in the match against Rangpur Riders. He is followed closely by Tanzid Hasan Tamim of Dhaka Capitals (427 runs) and Anamul Haque Bijoy of Durbar Rajshahi (392 runs).

On the bowling side, Taskin Ahmed of Durbar Rajshahi top the list with 25 wickets, followed by Faheem Ashraf of Fortune Barishal with 20 wickets and Akif Javed of Rangpur Riders with 19 wickets.

With only two matches left in the group stage, the action is far from over. February 1st will see the final group matches, and after a short break, the Eliminator will take place on February 3rd, followed by the First Qualifier later that evening. Teams finishing in the top two will battle it out in the Finals for a chance at glory, while the Eliminator losers will be eliminated from the tournament.