The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket tournament organised by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). It began in 2012 and gives local players the chance to compete alongside international cricketers in a franchise-based competition. Over the years, the league has featured several successful teams, including Comilla Victorians, Dhaka Gladiators, Rangpur Riders and Fortune Barishal.
The BPL has also helped Bangladesh’s domestic players gain experience against overseas stars. Its latest completed season was held from December 2025 to January 2026, with the Rajshahi Warriors winning the championship after defeating the Chattogram Royals in the final. However, the BCB announced in August 2026 that the tournament would not be held in the next season, as it works to address financial and administrative problems.
What Is the Bangladesh Premier League?
The Bangladesh Premier League is a domestic T20 competition featuring city-based franchises. The tournament is organised by the Bangladesh Cricket Board and generally takes place during the winter months.
Each team builds a squad featuring Bangladeshi players and overseas professionals. The competition includes a league stage followed by playoffs, with the final deciding the champion.
The BPL was introduced to strengthen Bangladesh’s domestic cricket structure and provide more opportunities for local players. It has also attracted international names from countries such as Pakistan, England, Australia, New Zealand and the West Indies.
History of the Bangladesh Premier League
The first BPL season took place in 2012, with six teams competing for the inaugural title. Dhaka Gladiators became the first champions after defeating Barisal Burners in the final. Dhaka Gladiators successfully defended their title in 2013 by beating Chittagong Kings.
The tournament did not take place in 2014 because of the political situation in Bangladesh. It returned in 2015, when Comilla Victorians won their first championship by defeating Barisal Bulls.
Comilla Victorians became one of the league’s most successful teams, adding further titles in 2018, 2022 and 2023. Other champions have included Dhaka Dynamites, Rangpur Riders, Rajshahi Royals and Fortune Barishal.
Fortune Barishal won consecutive titles in 2024 and 2025. Rajshahi Warriors then claimed the 2026 championship, giving a Rajshahi-based franchise its second BPL title after Rajshahi Royals won in the 2019–20 season.
Bangladesh Premier League Winners List
The following table lists the winners and runners-up of completed BPL seasons.
| Season | Winner | Runner-up |
| 2012 | Dhaka Gladiators | Barisal Burners |
| 2013 | Dhaka Gladiators | Chittagong Kings |
| 2014 | Not held | — |
| 2015 | Comilla Victorians | Barisal Bulls |
| 2016 | Dhaka Dynamites | Rajshahi Kings |
| 2017 | Rangpur Riders | Dhaka Dynamites |
| 2018 | Comilla Victorians | Dhaka Dynamites |
| 2019–20 | Rajshahi Royals | Khulna Tigers |
| 2022 | Comilla Victorians | Fortune Barishal |
| 2023 | Comilla Victorians | Sylhet Strikers |
| 2024 | Fortune Barishal | Comilla Victorians |
| 2025 | Fortune Barishal | Chittagong Kings |
| 2026 | Rajshahi Warriors | Chattogram Royals |
Most Successful Teams in BPL History
Comilla Victorians have won four BPL titles, making them the most successful team in the competition’s history. Fortune Barishal have won two consecutive championships, while Dhaka Gladiators also lifted the trophy twice.
| Team | Titles | Winning seasons |
| Comilla Victorians | 4 | 2015, 2018, 2022, 2023 |
| Dhaka Gladiators | 2 | 2012, 2013 |
| Fortune Barishal | 2 | 2024, 2025 |
| Rajshahi Royals | 1 | 2019–20 |
| Dhaka Dynamites | 1 | 2016 |
| Rangpur Riders | 1 | 2017 |
| Rajshahi Warriors | 1 | 2026 |
These figures count titles under each team’s specific name. Rajshahi Royals and Rajshahi Warriors are listed separately, although both represent the Rajshahi region.
BPL Teams
The 2026 edition featured six teams. The franchises represented different cities and regions of Bangladesh.
- Rajshahi Warriors: Won the 2026 championship after defeating Chattogram Royals in the final.
- Chattogram Royals: Finished as runners-up in 2026 after reaching the final.
- Rangpur Riders: Finished third in the 2026 league stage.
- Sylhet Titans: Reached the playoffs and finished fourth in the league stage.
- Dhaka Capitals: Represented the capital city in the tournament.
- Noakhali Express: Competed in the 2026 edition as one of the six franchises.
These were the six teams listed on the official BPL website for the 2026 season.
Bangladesh Premier League Format
The BPL follows the Twenty20 format, with each team playing a maximum of 20 overs per innings. The competition is divided into a league stage and a playoff stage.
During the 2026 season, six teams played a double round-robin league stage. Each team faced the other five teams twice, resulting in 10 league matches per team.
The top four teams advanced to the playoffs. The first-placed and second-placed teams met in Qualifier 1, while the third- and fourth-placed teams played the Eliminator. The Eliminator winner then faced the Qualifier 1 loser in Qualifier 2. The winners of Qualifiers 1 and 2 met in the final to decide the champion.
BPL 2026: Latest Season
The 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League ran from December 25, 2025, to January 23, 2026. Six teams competed across 38 matches, with the final held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.
Rajshahi Warriors won the title by defeating Chattogram Royals by 63 runs in the final. Rajshahi scored 174/4 after being asked to bat first, with opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim making 100 runs from 62 balls. Chattogram were then bowled out for 111 in 17.5 overs.
Binura Fernando led Rajshahi’s bowling effort with four wickets for nine runs. Shoriful Islam was named Player of the Tournament, while Tanzid Hasan Tamim received the Player of the Final award. Parvez Hossain Emon finished as the leading run-scorer with 395 runs, and Shoriful Islam topped the wicket charts with 26 wickets.
BPL 2026 Final Summary
| Detail | Information |
| Champion | Rajshahi Warriors |
| Runner-up | Chattogram Royals |
| Final result | Rajshahi won by 63 runs |
| Rajshahi score | 174/4 |
| Chattogram score | 111 all out |
| Player of the Final | Tanzid Hasan Tamim |
| Player of the Tournament | Shoriful Islam |
| Most runs | Parvez Hossain Emon – 395 |
| Most wickets | Shoriful Islam – 26 |
| Final venue | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka |
Why Is the Next BPL Season on Hold?
In August 2026, Bangladesh Cricket Board president Tamim Iqbal said the BPL would not take place in the upcoming season. The decision followed concerns about financial losses and problems surrounding recent editions, including allegations of corruption and match-fixing.
The board has indicated that it wants to address these issues before bringing the tournament back. The announcement means the next edition should not be treated as confirmed until the BCB provides an updated schedule.
Bangladesh Premier League at a Glance
| Category | Details |
| Full name | Bangladesh Premier League |
| Common abbreviation | BPL |
| Organiser | Bangladesh Cricket Board |
| First season | 2012 |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Format | Twenty20 (T20) |
| Teams in the 2026 edition | 6 |
| Latest champion | Rajshahi Warriors |
| Latest runner-up | Chattogram Royals |
| Most successful team | Comilla Victorians |
| Most titles by one team | 4 |
| Latest final venue | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka |
FAQs
Q. When did the Bangladesh Premier League start?
A. The BPL began in 2012.
Q. Who won the BPL 2026 title?
A. Rajshahi Warriors won the 2026 championship.
Q. Which team has won the most BPL titles?
A. Comilla Victorians have won four titles.
Q. How many teams played in BPL 2026?
A. Six teams competed in the 2026 edition.
Q. Will the BPL take place in the next season?
A. The BCB said the upcoming season would not be held.
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