Dhaka coach dies minutes before opening clash in Bangladesh Premier League, match goes ahead as per schedule
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Moneycontrol27-12-2025, 16:58

Dhaka Coach Mahbub Ali Zaki Dies Before BPL Match; Game Proceeds

  • Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki passed away minutes before a BPL match.
  • Zaki, 59, collapsed at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium during pre-match preparations.
  • He was rushed to Al Haramain Hospital after CPR but was declared dead.
  • The match between Dhaka and Rajshahi Warriors proceeded as scheduled, with Dhaka winning.
  • BCB mourned Zaki, highlighting his contribution to Bangladesh cricket; a minute's silence was observed.

Why It Matters: Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki's sudden death shocked BPL, but the match continued.

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