Khulna Division continued their winning momentum in the NCL T20, defeating Chattogram Division by five wickets in a one-sided affair. Despite a valiant knock from Chattogram skipper Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Khulna comfortably chased the target with seven balls to spare.

Opting to bat first, Chattogram Division posted a modest total of 126/6 in their 20 overs. Captain Yasir Ali anchored the innings with a brilliant 61 off 39 balls, smashing six boundaries and three sixes. He found some support from Mahmudul Hasan Joy, who scored 30 off 31 balls, and Shamim Mia, who chipped in with 15 off 21. However, their efforts weren’t enough to set a competitive target.

Khulna’s bowlers were impressive, with Jayed Ullah and Sheikh Parvez Jibon picking up two wickets each, keeping the opposition batters in check throughout the innings.

Khulna’s chase started with a minor hiccup as they lost Anamul Haque Bijoy early. But opener Azizul Hakim Tamim took charge, scoring a quickfire 36 off 25 balls to set the tone. The middle order faltered slightly, with Mohammad Mithun (14), Nahidul Islam (12), and Samiun Basir Ratul (1) departing cheaply.

However, skipper Nurul Hasan Sohan steadied the innings with a composed 20 off 23 balls, while Ziaur Rahman played a match-winning knock. His unbeaten 39 off 36 deliveries ensured Khulna’s victory in 18.5 overs with five wickets in hand.

The win showcased Khulna’s all-around strength, with contributions from both the bowlers and batters. The team's ability to handle pressure in key moments has positioned them as strong contenders in the NCL T20 competition.