Sohan’s Explosive Half-Century Powers Durbar XI to Last-Overs Thriller
DHAKA, Feb 7, 2026: A spectacular return to form by Nurul Hasan Sohan saw Durbar XI snatch a dramatic two-wicket victory from the jaws of defeat against Dhumketu XI.
The high-stakes encounter, held on Friday at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, served as the second fixture of the Odommo Bangladesh T20 Cup.
Chasing a target of 157, Durbar XI appeared to be staring at a certain loss when they collapsed to 81 for six by the 14th over. However, Sohan’s blistering 76 off 44 balls turned the game on its head in a masterclass of death-overs hitting.
The Great Escape: From 33 off 12 to Victory
The match reached a fever pitch in the 19th over. With Durbar XI needing 33 runs from the final 12 deliveries, Sohan took aim at pacer Shoriful Islam.
In a stunning display of power hitting, he smoked four sixes, accumulating 26 runs in a single over and bringing the required rate down to just 7 runs from the final six balls.
Despite the tension of a run-out on the second ball of the final over—which saw Sohan depart—Hasan Mahmud remained calm. He struck a boundary off Mukidul Islam Mugdho on the third delivery to wrap up the win with three balls to spare.
Key Match Performances
| Player | Team | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Nurul Hasan Sohan | Durbar XI | 76 (44) - Match-winning knock |
| Mahedi Hasan | Dhumketu XI | 4 for 11 & 31* (19) - All-round excellence |
| Litton Das | Dhumketu XI | 43 (37) - Top scorer for his side |
| Hasan Mahmud | Durbar XI | 2 wickets & winning runs |
A Redemption Story
For Nurul Hasan Sohan, this innings was more than just a win; it was a personal redemption. After a disappointing BPL season where he managed only 49 runs across eight matches, this 76-run blitz silenced critics and reminded fans of his finishing capabilities.
Earlier in the day, Dhumketu XI posted a competitive 156 for eight. Skipper Litton Das anchored the innings with a steady 43, while Mahedi Hasan’s late-inning cameo of 31 not out gave them a defendable total.
Mahedi later proved lethal with the ball, picking up four wickets for just 11 runs, though his efforts were ultimately overshadowed by Sohan's brilliance.
Tournament Standings
Despite the loss, Dhumketu XI maintains their position at the top of the table with two points and a superior net run rate. The pressure now shifts to the final league game on Saturday, where Duronto must defeat Durbar XI to stay alive in the competition.
