Dhaka Premier League 2025-26 Squads: Complete DPL Team Lists & Format Changes

Dhaka Premier League 2025-26: All Squads Confirmed for a Thrilling New Season

The Dhaka Premier League (DPL) 2025-26 season has officially kicked off, promising an electrifying display of cricketing talent and strategic prowess. Widely regarded as Bangladesh’s most prestigious List A cricket competition, the DPL is a crucial platform for both seasoned national stars and aspiring young cricketers to showcase their abilities. This edition, in particular, is generating significant buzz due to a pivotal format change that is set to intensify the competition from the very first ball.

Historically, the DPL has often featured a Super League stage, adding another layer of complexity towards the latter part of the tournament. However, for the 2025-26 season, organizers have opted for a more streamlined yet equally demanding single league format. This means that every single match, from the opening fixture to the grand finale, carries immense weight. Teams will need to maintain unwavering consistency and deliver peak performances throughout the entire campaign to secure the coveted championship title.

Understanding the New DPL 2025-26 Format

The elimination of the Super League stage marks a strategic shift aimed at making every moment of the DPL more impactful. Under the new single league structure, each of the participating teams will face every other team once. This ensures a level playing field and an extended period of high-stakes cricket. A total of 69 matches are scheduled, comprising 66 crucial league encounters and 3 vital relegation games. While the battle for the top spot will be fierce, the fight to avoid relegation will add another layer of drama and pressure, ensuring that excitement is distributed across both ends of the points table.

This revised format demands exceptional consistency and strategic depth from all franchises. There will be no second chances or opportunities to recover from early stumbles in a subsequent Super League phase. Every win will be celebrated, and every loss will be felt acutely, setting the stage for one of the most competitive and unpredictable DPL seasons in recent memory.

Star Power and Emerging Talents: A Look at the DPL Squads

As always, the Dhaka Premier League serves as a melting pot where established national heroes play alongside promising young talents eager to make their mark. The 2025-26 squads are no exception, featuring a compelling blend of experience, youthful exuberance, and raw skill. Fans can look forward to seeing their favorite stars in action, while also keeping an eye out for the next generation of Bangladeshi cricketers.

Abahani Limited Squad:

Soumya Sarkar, Jishan Alam, Sabbir Hossain, Anik Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mosaddek Hossain Saikat, Jaker Ali Anik, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Shabbir Rahman, Meherob Hasan, Shamsul Islam Anik, Mahfuzur Rahman Rabby, Rakibul Hasan, Naimur Rahman Nayon, Khaled Ahmed, Iqbal Hossain Emon, Rohan Ud Dowla Borshon, Maruf Mridha, Mehedi Hasan.

Agrani Bank Cricket Club Squad:

Mahfijul Islam Robin, Shadman Islam, Imrul Kayes, Amite Hasan, Nasir Hossain, Tofael Ahmed Rayhan, Robiul Haque, Arif Ahmed, Ashraful Hasan Rohan, Jahid Javed, Sandip Roy Chowdhury, Marshall Ayub, Shohidul Islam, Tawfiq Khan Tushar, Shuvagata Hom, Jasim Uddin, Shahan Ahmed, Sadman Rahman.

Brothers Union Ltd Squad:

Zahiduzzaman Khan, Sohag Gazi, Moinul Islam Moin, Shafiqul Islam, Shahriar Komol, Yeasin Arafat Mishu, Asif Hasan Mitul, Golam Kibria Sakil, Foysal Ahmed Raihan, Shariful Islam, Adil Bin Siddik, Manik Khan, Sajid Hossain, Mehedi Hasan Sohag, Moynul Islam Dip, Mohor Sheikh, Naeem Islam Jr, Shafayet Ur Rahman.

City Club Squad:

Sadikur Rahman, Rony Faysal, Nihad Uz Zaman, Shakil Hossain, Ahrar Amin, Abdulla Al Mamun, Mizanur Rahman, Anamul Haque, Mehedi Hasan Siddique, Enamul Haque Ashiq, Tahjibul Islam, Jillur Rahman, Mohammad Fahim, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Sajjadul Hoque Ripon, Taufike Ahmed, Yeasin Muntasir, Abir Hossen.

Dhaka Leopards Squad:

Iftakhar Hossain Ifti, Zakir Hasan, Zawad Abrar, Mohammad Mithun, Sheikh Payevez Jibon, Mahade Hasan, Alauddin Ahmed, Hasan Murad, Debasish Sarkar, Al Fahad, Arafat Sunny, Wasi Siddiquee, Moin Khan, Shykat Ali, Mominul Haque, Shahria Al-Amin.

Gazi Group Cricketers Squad:

Munim Shahriar, Shovon Moroll, Nayeem Ahmed, Rubel Mia, Emon Ali, Sabbir Hossain Sikder, Salman Hossain, Rahim Ahmed, Pritom Kumar, Avishek Das, Rubel, Mahfuzul Islam, Tafsir Arafat, Awlad Hossain, Aridul Islam Akash, Azijul Hakim Rony, Sohel Rana, Amir Suhel Joy.

Mohammedan Sporting Club Ltd. Squad:

Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Tariqul Rahman, Anamul Haque Bijoy, Taijul Islam, Yasir Ali, Taskin Ahmed, Anisul Islam Emon, Shaif Uddin, Tanvir Islam, Rony Talukdar, Afif Hossain, Ebadot Hossain, Naim Sheikh, Mrittunjoy Chowdhury, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rishad Hossain, Ripon Mondol, Naeem Ahmed, Musfik Hasan.

Legends of Rupganj Squad:

Habibur Rahman, Irfan Shukkur, Ashiqur Rahman Shibli, Aich Mollah, Ahmad Sharif, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rifat Beg, Shadhin Islam, Abdul Halim, Samiun Bashir, Rizwan, Robiul Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shoriful Islam, Mahadi Hasan, Tanbir Hayder, Nasum Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Shariar Ahmed, Sofor Ali, Masum Khan.

Prime Bank Cricket Club Squad:

Azizul Hakim Tamim, Shahadat Hossain, Khalid Hasan, Ariful Islam, Rayan Rafsan Rahman, Akbar Ali, Mahmudullah Riyad, Shamim Hossain Patwary, Shamim Miah, Abu Hasim, Abu Haider Rony, Anamul Haque, Mehedi Hasan, Aliss Al Islam, Rizan Hossain, Iqbal Hossain, Tipu Sultan, Habibur Sheikh Munna, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.

Rupganj Tigers Cricket Club Squad:

Mohobbot Hossen, Abdul Majid, Amit Majumder, Kalam Siddiki, Shafiul Hayet, Rakib, Abdullah, Mahmudul Hasan Limon, Shakhir Hossain, Humayun Ahmed, Tonmoy Ahmed, Muktar Ali, Sajib Miah, Sumon Khan, Maraj Niloy, Mohiuddin Tarek, Nuhayel Sandeed, Rakibul Atik.

Bashundhara Strikers Squad:

Nurul Hasan Sohan, Fazle Mahmud Rabbi, Ziaur Rahman, Sunzamul Islam, Azmir Ahmed, Hafizur Rahman, Rajib Das, Al-Amin, Ruyel Miah, Ifran Hossen, Nahidul Islam, Aminul Islam Biplob, Asaduzzaman Payel, Ismail Jayed, Imranuzzaman, Shahidul Islam.

Gulshan Cricket Club Squad:

Farhad Reza, Shahadat Hossain, Zubaer Hossain, Rahmatulla Ali, Farjan Ahmed, Alif Hossain, Moinul Islam, Sharif Sarkar, Rathan Ikram, Shakib Shahariyer, Sharear Sakib, Neon Yeasin, Bishal Chowdhury, Tanvir Hossain, Rafiuzzaman Rafi, Musabber Hossain, Atikur Rahman, Kayas Kawsar, Tahmidul Islam, Shayan Chowdhury, Islamul Ahsan, Abdur Rahim.

Conclusion: An Unforgettable DPL Season Awaits

With a refreshed format and a stellar lineup of talent across all twelve teams, the Dhaka Premier League 2025-26 season is poised to be an unforgettable chapter in Bangladesh’s cricketing history. The single league structure promises heightened intensity and a consistent level of high-stakes cricket, ensuring that fans are treated to thrilling encounters at every turn. As the tournament progresses, the blend of experienced campaigners and exciting youngsters will undoubtedly provide many memorable moments, shaping the future of Bangladesh cricket.