Chattogram secure second straight victory in NCL

Dhaka, 18 Nov- Chattogram sealed its second straight victory in the ongoing National Cricket League after romping to a crushing nine-wicket win over Rajshahi Division at their home venue at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium today.

Chasing a victory target of 81, Chattogram reached 83-1 in 17.2 overs on Day 3 of the game with Sadikur Rahman leading the charge with 47 not out. Sazzadul Hoque Ripon was not out on 17. Parvez Hossain Emon was the only batter to be out on 16.

Earlier, resuming the day at 202-8, Rajshahi were bowled out for just 220. Sabbir Hosan was top-scorer with 54 while Shakhir Hossain Shuvro made 47.

Offspinner Nayeem Hasan took all the fallen two wickets of Rajshahi on Day 3 to take his tally to three wickets. Ahmed Sharif scalped 5-55 while Irfan Hossain took 2-42.

Rajshahi's fate was sealed when they were dismissed for just 112 in the first innings and Chattogram took 142-run lead by putting up 252 before being all out.

Chattogram are now sitting at fourth position with two wins, two loses and one draw in five matches. Rajshahi are at seventh spot with one win, three defeats and one draw.