Litton Das sent a powerful message to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) selectors with an explosive century in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) on January 12, 2025, just hours after being omitted from Bangladesh's Champions Trophy squad. The wicketkeeper-batter showcased his true potential, scoring an unbeaten 125 runs off just 55 balls, leading Dhaka Capitals to a commanding 149-run victory over Durbar Rajshahi.
Litton’s performance was a clear response to his exclusion from the Bangladesh squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, which was attributed to his recent poor form. However, the 125* not only marked his first-ever BPL century but also made a bold statement about his readiness to represent the national team.
In a historic partnership, Litton and his opening partner Tanzid Hasan shared the highest-ever opening stand in BPL history, amassing a phenomenal 241 runs. Tanzid, too, contributed a brilliant 108 runs off 64 balls, making the stand one of the most prolific in T20 cricket. Their partnership is now the second-highest in T20 history, with only Brendon McCullum and Chris Gayle’s 2017 partnership of 201* for Rangpur Riders against Dhaka Dynamites surpassing it.
The Dhaka Capitals duo's record-breaking stand was a combination of powerful hitting and calculated strokeplay. Litton, in particular, was in sublime form, finding boundaries at will and showcasing his full range of shots. With his blistering knock, he not only silenced his critics but also led his team to a commanding victory, making it clear that his omission from the Champions Trophy squad was a decision he intended to prove wrong.
The stand between Litton and Tanzid also put them in the record books alongside some of the best T20 opening partnerships, further underlining the significance of their achievement. With the BPL providing the perfect platform, Litton’s stunning display of skill, composure, and resilience has surely caught the attention of the selectors and reaffirmed his credentials for a place in the national team moving forward.
The 241-run opening partnership by Litton and Tanzid, the largest in BPL history, will undoubtedly remain a talking point in T20 cricket for years to come. Litton’s century, in particular, was a perfect blend of timing and power, sending a clear message that he is more than capable of taking on the big stage when given the opportunity.
