Tactical promotion pays off as Rony executes to perfection

The tactical move to send Abu Haider Rony ahead of Mosaddek Hossain Saikat proved decisive and the all-rounder admitted on Thursday that Central Zone head coach Mohammad Babul consulted senior players before promoting him up the order against East Zone.

“It was a team plan. The coach spoke with Mosaddek and Ankon (captain Mahidul Islam),” Rony explained.

“Our run rate was a bit low, so they decided to send me up to accelerate the scoring.”

The gamble paid off handsomely as his 66 runs and one-wicket contribution earned him the player of the match award.

“Alhamdulillah, I was able to execute the plan. The team won, and that’s what matters most,” said the 30-year-old.

With bat and ball both firing, the left-arm pacer continued to underline his growing value in domestic cricket.

“My primary role is bowling. Alhamdulillah, I bowled well today. It was a good wicket, and the way we made a comeback was impressive.”

Despite increasing praise for his batting exploits, the all-rounder insisted his priorities remain unchanged.

“I focus on two or even three aspects to contribute as much as I can. But bowling is my main job,” the player of the match added firmly.