Defending champions Rangpur Riders have officially named their squad for the highly anticipated 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), set to take place at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence from July 10 to 18.
Star-Studded Lineup
The Rangpur Riders, one of the leading franchises in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), are eager to defend their GSL title after a dramatic turnaround in the 2024 edition, where they bounced back from three straight losses to win their final three matches and capture the trophy. Their 2025 roster reflects a blend of seasoned performers and exciting international signings, aiming to replicate last year’s success.
Inspirational wicketkeeper-batsman Nurul Hasan Sohan will captain the side once again, supported by key returnees such as Soumya Sarkar, the tournament’s leading run-scorer in the inaugural season, and Kamrul Islam Rabbi, who spearheaded the bowling attack. The Riders have also retained domestic talents including Mohammed Naim Sheikh, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Mohammed Saif Hassan, Abu Haider Rony, Rakibul Hasan, and Yasir Ali Chowdhury.
International Firepower
To bolster their title defense, the Riders have signed several high-profile overseas players:
- Kyle Mayers (West Indies): Explosive top-order batter
- Tabraiz Shamsi (South Africa): Left-arm wrist spinner
- Ibrahim Zadran (Afghanistan): Dynamic top-order batter
- Iftikhar Ahmed (Pakistan): Experienced all-rounder
- Akif Javed (Pakistan): Left-arm pacer
- Khawaja Nafay (Pakistan): Middle-order batter
- Harmeet Singh (USA): All-rounder
Full Rangpur Riders Squad for GSL 2025
- Nurul Hasan Sohan (captain)
- Soumya Sarkar
- Mohammed Naim Sheikh
- Mahidul Islam Ankon
- Kamrul Islam Rabbi
- Mohammed Saif Hassan
- Abu Haider Rony
- Rakibul Hasan
- Yasir Ali Chowdhury
- Kyle Mayers
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Akif Javed
- Harmeet Singh
- Khawaja Nafay
Eyes on the Prize
With a balanced mix of youth, experience, and international pedigree, the Rangpur Riders are determined to defend their GSL crown in Guyana. Fans can expect high-octane T20 action as the Riders face off against top teams from around the world in what promises to be another thrilling edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League.
