Chattogram Challengers
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Wikipedia - Chittagong Kings
Chittagong Kings (Bengali: চিটাগাং কিংস) is a franchise cricket team which participates in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). The franchise is based in Chattogram, a division of Bangladesh.
History
The Chattogram franchise joined the BPL as one of its original members in 2012, which was owned by SQ sports. After SQ Sports was charged with fixing and delaying payments to players, it was banned from participating in cricketing activities so were all the other franchisees owners for corruption scandals. It appeared in the final in 2013 under the captaincy of Mahmudullah Riyad and coaching of Khaled Mahmud. The team changed its name from Chittagong Kings after a change of ownership in 2015. And Chittagong Vikings was founded 1 December 2015. It was owned by DBL Sports Limited, a concern of DBL Group.
DBL Sports Limited terminated the ownership of the team on 29 July 2019. Then Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) changed the format of the tournament and acquired ownership for all the teams for the 2019–20 season.
In 2019, Akhtar Group acquired the team and named the team as Chattogram Challengers. There were allegations on this franchise for not paying fees to the players.
In 2024, SQ Sports reacquired the team and named the team to its old name.
The Chattogram Challengers have a talented roster of players, both local and international, who bring a mix of experience and youth to the team. They are known for their aggressive style of play and have a reputation for being a tough team to beat.
The team's colors are blue and yellow, and their logo features a fierce tiger, symbolizing the team's strength and determination on the field. The Chattogram Challengers have a dedicated coaching staff and management team that work tirelessly to ensure the team's success in every match they play.
Overall, the Chattogram Challengers are a formidable force in Bangladeshi cricket and are always a team to watch out for in the BPL. Their passion for the game and competitive spirit make them a favorite among cricket fans in Bangladesh and beyond.