Bangladesh A Dominates Hong Kong in Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 Opener

Doha, Qatar – Bangladesh A started their Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 campaign with a decisive victory over Hong Kong, winning by eight wickets. The match took place on November 15, 2025, at the Asian Town Cricket Stadium.

After winning the toss, Bangladesh A opted to bowl first. They quickly took control of the game, restricting Hong Kong to 167 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their 20 overs. Effective bowling and tight fielding ensured Hong Kong’s run production was kept in check.

Habibur Rahman Sohan proved to be the star of the match, scoring an explosive century, finishing with 100 runs off just 35 balls. His powerful performance led Bangladesh A to chase down the target, finishing their innings at 171 for 2 in just 11 overs.

A highlight moment came when Akbar Ali hit five consecutive sixes off Kinchit Shah, electrifying the crowd and turning the innings into a spectacle.

Bangladesh A’s innings started strong with partnerships that built momentum. Jishan Alam supported Sohan well, contributing vital runs as the team raced towards victory. The win not only marked a successful beginning for Bangladesh A in the tournament but also showcased their batting prowess.

Hong Kong, under the leadership of Yasim Murtaza, struggled to form a cohesive batting strategy throughout their innings. Notable efforts from players like Anshuman Rath and Babar Hayat were not enough to lift the team past the 170-run mark, leaving them looking for improvement in their upcoming matches.

The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 promises more thrilling matches ahead, with both teams looking to learn from this outing as they continue in the tournament.