Abahani Crowned Champions Again, Defeating Mohammedan

Sports Desk

Abahani Limited, despite facing political turmoil and challenges in assembling a team following sponsor harassment after August 5, managed to excel in the Dhaka Premier League. The Sheikh Kamal-founded club defeated Mohammedan Sporting Club by six wickets in the championship-deciding match on Tuesday at Mirpur.

Batting first, Mohammedan scored 240 runs. Abahani, led by captain Mosaddek Hossain, chased down the target with 52 balls to spare. Mosaddek played a pivotal role, taking 2 wickets for 39 runs and scoring an unbeaten 78 off 65 balls.

Support came from Ziaur Alam, who scored 55 off 53 balls, and Mohammad Mithun, who contributed 66 runs off 79 deliveries, ensuring Abahani’s victory and reaffirming their dominance in the league.