Mosaddek's unbeaten 137 headlines NCL opening day

Mosaddek Hossain produced the standout batting performance on the opening day of the latest National Cricket League round, scoring an unbeaten 137 to put Mymensingh Division in a strong position against Rajshahi Division on Saturday.

Mymensingh reached 309 for seven in 77 overs after Rajshahi elected to field at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Mosaddek anchored the innings with a patient century and remained unbeaten alongside Ariful Islam, who was 29 not out at stumps.

Rangpur Division also enjoyed a productive day, posting 320 for seven in 82 overs against Khulna Division. Abdullah Al Mamun top-scored with 73, while Nasir Hossain made 57 and Mim Mossaddek contributed 54. Abu Hasim remained unbeaten on 35, with Mehedi Hasan on 10.

At the Sheikh Abu Naser Stadium in Khulna, Barishal Division finished the day on 203 for six after choosing to bat against Sylhet Division. Fazle Mahmud held the innings together with an unbeaten 68 off 156 deliveries. Zakaria Masud added 47 and Ridoy Islam scored 34.

In the match between Chattogram and Dhaka Division, Chattogram were dismissed for 288 in 73.1 overs. Shah Paran led the batting with 78, while Ashraful Hasan Rohan made 44 and Sadikur Rahman contributed 58.

Dhaka reached 24 without loss in eight overs in reply, with Anisul Islam Emon unbeaten on 18 and Adil Bin Siddik on six.
The four-day matches will continue on Sunday, with the opening-day performances setting up contrasting contests across the country.