Anamul Haque Bijoy Leads Mohammedan to DPL Victory Over City Club
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A Commanding Start for Mohammedan
The 2025-26 edition of the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) kicked off with high intensity, and Mohammedan Sporting Club signaled their championship intentions early on. In a clinical display at BKSP Ground No. 3, Mohammedan secured a dominant 5-wicket victory over City Club, anchored by a sublime batting display from veteran opener Anamul Haque Bijoy.
City Club’s Struggle Against Disciplined Bowling
Winning the toss and electing to field, Mohammedan’s captain chose to put the pressure on City Club immediately. The decision proved tactical as the pitch offered enough to keep the batters guessing throughout the reduced 37-over contest. City Club struggled to find fluidity, finishing their innings at 194 for 9.
While the total was modest, City Club did find some resistance through Sadikur Rahman, who displayed great technique to score 56 off 63 balls. Contributions from Ahrar Amin (31 off 41) and Enamul Haque (35 off 44) provided a foundation, but the lack of substantial partnerships prevented them from setting a more challenging target.
Mohammedan’s bowling attack was led with clinical precision by Naeem Ahmed, whose 4-wicket haul dismantled the middle order. He was ably supported by the pace and variation of Ripon Mondol and the spin of Rishad Hossain, both of whom claimed two wickets each to ensure City Club never gained significant momentum.
The Bijoy Blueprint
Chasing 195, Mohammedan’s innings witnessed an early stutter. The quick dismissals of Naim Sheikh (5) and Parvez Hossain Emon (0) threatened to put the chasing side on the back foot. However, Anamul Haque Bijoy remained the calmest man on the field.
Bijoy’s innings was a masterclass in controlled aggression. He anchored the chase, first building a steady, restorative partnership with Afif Hossain (27 off 52). As the pitch settled, Bijoy found his rhythm, dispatching loose deliveries with ease. Captain Towhid Hridoy also contributed a vital 34 off 35 balls, ensuring the required run rate stayed well within control.
Though Bijoy was eventually dismissed for a well-deserved 80 off 88 deliveries, his work was largely done. He had set the platform perfectly, allowing the middle-order power hitters to navigate the final stages of the game with composure.
A Calm Finish
With the target well within sight, Yasir Ali injected a burst of energy into the chase, scoring a quickfire 36 off 23 balls to shift the pressure back onto the bowlers. Mohammad Saifuddin, ever the finisher, remained unbeaten on 7 as Mohammedan cruised to victory with 10 balls to spare.
For City Club, the defeat will serve as a learning curve. Nihaduzzaman was the pick of their bowlers, claiming 2 wickets, while Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and the Enamul Haque duo managed a wicket each. Despite the loss, their ability to take the game into the final overs against a strong side like Mohammedan shows promise for the remainder of the tournament.
Looking Ahead
This victory provides Mohammedan with critical momentum heading into the next round of the DPL. For Anamul Haque Bijoy, the performance is a strong statement of form, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most reliable top-order batters in the domestic circuit. As the DPL progresses, all eyes will be on whether Mohammedan can maintain this clinical standard of cricket.
