The Khulna Tigers team has become a fixture in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), representing the Khulna division. This article explores the Khulna Tigers history, their performances over the years, and a detailed look at the current Khulna Tigers squad.
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Khulna Tigers Squad Basic Info
| City | Khulna |
| Home Ground | Sheikh Abu Naser Stadium |
| BPL Wins | 0 |
Khulna Tigers History
Like other BPL teams, the Khulna Tigers team did not initially go by its current name. In the early seasons of the league, they were known as the Khulna Royal Bengals, competing in the first two seasons of the BPL. However, due to match-fixing scandals and financial issues within the league, all teams, including the Khulna Tigers squad, were suspended from play in 2015, leaving a blank year in their BPL history.
Best Bowling Attack in BPL
After the blank year, the Khulna Tigers team made their return in the 2016 season, but under new ownership and a new name：Khulna Titans. In addition to core Bangladeshi players such as Mahmudullah and Shafiul Islam, the team also added nine new overseas players to their squad. They made a successful run to the playoffs, although they ultimately fell short of reaching the final. Nonetheless, they gained a reputation for their aggressive bowling attack, with notable players like Junaid and Shafiul ranking among the top ten bowlers of the tournament. This marked a significant chapter in Khulna Tigers history, leaving a lasting impression on the league.
Significant Match in 2019-20 Season
Owing to a change in ownership, in 2019, the team was renamed once again, becoming the Khulna Tigers team, a name we are now familiar with, and signed notable players like Mohammad Amir and Mushfiqur Rahim in the draft. The 2019-20 season marked an important chapter in Khulna Tigers history, as they achieved their best-ever performance. In the final. They faced the Rajshahi Royals and ultimately lost by 21 runs. Although they did not win the coveted championship trophy, reaching this stage was no small feat for the Khulna Tigers squad, and they truly deserved a round of applause.
Khulna Tigers Team：Unleash Power of Khulna
In Khulna Tigers history, although they have yet to add a shiny BPL trophy to their collection, the team has consistently showcased their cricketing strength in the league. What kind of exciting performance will the Khulna Tigers squad bring to the BPL field in the latest season？It’s definitely something to look forward to.
