Rajshahi Warriors keen to join WBPL

Bangladesh Premier League champions Rajshahi Warriors are set to take part in the three-team inaugural Women’s Bangladesh Premier League (WBPL), scheduled to be held in April this year.

A franchise official told Daily Sun that the Warriors are keen to participate in the marquee tournament and have already submitted their Expression of Interest (EOI). It is understood that the side may compete under the name “Rajshahi Stars” in the women’s competition.

“Yes, we are thinking about it positively,” Rajshahi Warriors CEO Moksedul Kamal Babu told Daily Sun.

Earlier, the Bangladesh Cricket Board officially announced that the inaugural WBPL T20 will be held from 3 to 15 April, 2026.

The historic first edition will feature three franchise teams, comprising national stars and emerging local talents selected through a player draft. Franchises will also have the option of recruiting overseas professionals to enhance the level of competition.