DC vs RW Match Prediction : 3rd Match, Bangladesh Premier League, 2025-26

The Dhaka Capitals kick off their latest BPL campaign this weekend against a confident Rajshahi Warriors side in match number three of the season. The action unfolds on Saturday afternoon at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.

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Dhaka Capitals vs Rajshahi Warriors Head-to-Head Record

The rivalry is perfectly balanced. The two franchises have met just twice in history, with the spoils shared at one win apiece. Saturday's clash will break the deadlock.

Dhaka Capitals vs Rajshahi Warriors Live-streaming and Broadcast

Matches in Bangladesh are televised on T Sports and GTV, with live streaming available on RabbitholeBD and the T Sports app. In India, BPL is streamed live on FanCode (app and website), which holds the official digital rights.

Viewers in Pakistan can watch via Tapmad, which carries BPL streaming in the region. In the UK and USA, coverage is available through Willow (TV/app) in many packages, sometimes supplemented by Rabbithole’s YouTube presence when permitted.

In the UAE and wider MENA, BPL access is typically through digital platforms that carry Rabbithole or Willow feeds, with availability varying slightly by provider, so checking local IPTV/OTT sports bundles is recommended.

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DC vs RW Team Previews

Dhaka Capitals

Dhaka was once the BPL's powerhouse, lifting the trophy three times in the first seven seasons. However, recent years have seen a dip in fortunes, culminating in a disappointing 6th-place finish last year with only three wins.

Looking to turn the tide, management has overhauled the squad, blending promising local talent with international firepower. Mohammad Mithun captains a lineup that looks formidable on paper, featuring big names like Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Usman Khan, and Alex Hales, though availability for the opener remains a key watch-point.

Domestically, Nasir Hossain and Sabbir Rahaman offer great potential. The team's biggest strength lies in its all-rounders; Imad Wasim, Dasun Shanaka, and Odean Smith provide incredible depth with both bat and ball. The pace attack will be spearheaded by the experienced Taskin Ahmed, supported by the spin of Taijul Islam.

Dhaka Capitals Expected Playing 11

Mohammad Mithun (C & WK), Sabbir Rahaman, Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Imad Wasim, Odean Smith, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Moinul Islam

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Rajshahi Warriors

The Rajshahi Warriors have already hit the ground running, kicking off their campaign with a thrilling victory over the Sylhet Titans on Friday. They will look to carry that winning momentum forward to cement an early spot at the top of the table.

Their batting lineup is anchored by a solid opening pair in Sahibzada Farhan and Tanzid Hasan, who are tasked with providing a stable platform. However, the spotlight is firmly on skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto. His unbeaten century in the opener was a masterclass, and his partnership with the veteran Mushfiqur Rahim was the difference-maker.

They also boast batting depth with Mohammad Nawaz and Yasir Ali in the lower-middle order. While their pacers were expensive in the first game, the attack led by Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Binura Fernando will be eager to tighten their lines, with Sandeep Lamichhane controlling the middle overs with spin.

Rajshahi Warriors Expected Playing 11

Sahibzada Farhan, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Yasir Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Sandeep Lamichhane, Binura Fernando, SM Meherob, Abdul Gaffar

DC vs RW Toss Prediction

Dew is unlikely to be a major factor in an afternoon game, but teams generally prefer chasing at this venue to gauge the target. Expect the captain winning the toss to bowl first.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Punters should expect a fantastic batting surface. The pitch at Sylhet currently has an even covering of grass, which facilitates true pace and excellent bounce, allowing stroke-makers to hit through the line with confidence.

Bowlers, particularly seamers, will have no margin for error; anything loose will be punished. The team batting first should be targeting a total near the 200-run mark to feel safe. The weather forecast is ideal—clear skies, plenty of sunshine, and comfortable temperatures hovering around 25 degrees.

DC vs RW: Who Will Win?

While Dhaka has assembled a squad of individual stars, they lack game-time together. In contrast, Rajshahi looked clinical in their opener, displaying excellent team balance and form. With Shanto in sublime touch and the unit already gelled, they have the clear upper hand.

Bet on Rajshahi Warriors to win.