The Chattogram Royals are the newest big team in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2026. They represent the port city of Chattogram. The team has a new look this year. They have changed many players to win the championship in the 12th edition of the BPL.
Below is a full guide on the Chittagong Royals. This includes their new Chattogram Royals Squad 2026, the Chattogram Royals Match Schedule, and the latest Chattogram Royals Point Table.
About Chattogram Royals
The Chittagong team is always a key part of the BPL. For the 2026 season (BPL Season 12), the team has a new name. They are now the Chattogram Royals. In the past, fans knew them as the Chattogram Challengers or Chittagong Vikings. Now, the team has new energy.
Triangle Sports owns the team. They bought the rights and renamed the franchise. They want to start a new, successful era. The team plays their home matches at the famous Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. The Head Coach is Mizanur Rahman Babul. The Royals aim to bring the trophy to Chattogram for the first time.
Update News: Latest on Chattogram Royals
The BPL 2026 auction took place on November 30, 2025. It was a pivotal event for the team, which has seen significant management changes leading up to the tournament.
- Most Expensive Player: The Royals secured opener Mohammad Naim Sheikh for a price of BDT 1.10 Crore. He emerged as the most expensive local player in the entire BPL 2026 auction.
- Ownership Change: In a major development just days before the tournament, the original owner, Triangle Sports, withdrew. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially taken over ownership and management of the franchise for this season.
- Captaincy: The experienced all-rounder Mahedi Hasan has been appointed as the Captain to lead the team.
- Squad Changes: While the team signed strong locals like Tanvir Islam and Arafat Sunny, they faced setbacks with overseas signings. Paul Stirling and Niroshan Dickwella withdrew due to injury and national duties. The team has moved to sign replacements, including Cameron Delport and Kamran Ghulam.
- Tournament Dates: The BPL 2026 is scheduled to run from December 26, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
Chattogram Royals Squad 2026
The squad features a heavy spin attack and a mix of young and experienced local talent. Due to the ownership shift, the squad composition relies heavily on its core Bangladeshi players.
Team Management
- Owner: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) [Triangle Sports withdrew]
- Head Coach: Mizanur Rahman Babul
- Captain: Mahedi Hasan
Full Player List
| Player Name | Role | Country | Category |
| Mahedi Hasan (C) | All-Rounder | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Mohammad Naim | Batter | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Shoriful Islam | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Tanvir Islam | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Mahmudul Hasan Joy | Batter | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Ziaur Rahman | All-Rounder | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Abu Hider Rony | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Arafat Sunny | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Shuvagata Hom | All-Rounder | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Mukidul Islam Mugdho | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Sumon Khan | Bowler | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Mahfijul Islam Robin | Batter | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Zahiduzzaman Sagor | Wicket-Keeper | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Salman Hossain | All-Rounder | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Local |
| Angelo Perera | All-Rounder | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | Overseas |
| Abrar Ahmed | Bowler | 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Overseas |
| Cameron Delport | All-Rounder | 🇿🇦 South Africa | Overseas |
| Kamran Ghulam | Batter | 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Overseas |
Chattogram Royals Match Schedule
The BPL 2026 uses a double round-robin format. The Chattogram Royals will play every other team twice. The tournament starts in Sylhet. Then it moves to Chattogram. It ends in Dhaka.
Here is the Full Fixture
| Date | Match | Venue | Time |
| 26 Dec 2025 | Chattogram Royals vs Noakhali Express | Sylhet | 07:00 PM |
| 29 Dec 2025 | Chattogram Royals vs Rangpur Riders | Sylhet | 01:30 PM |
| 30 Dec 2025 | Chattogram Royals vs Sylhet Titans | Sylhet | 01:30 PM |
| 02 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Dhaka Capitals | Sylhet | 02:00 PM |
| 05 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors | Chattogram | 06:30 PM |
| 06 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Rangpur Riders | Chattogram | 06:30 PM |
| 09 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Noakhali Express | Chattogram | 02:00 PM |
| 11 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Dhaka Capitals | Chattogram | 06:30 PM |
| 15 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Sylhet Titans | Dhaka | 06:30 PM |
| 17 Jan 2026 | Chattogram Royals vs Rajshahi Warriors | Dhaka | 01:30 PM |
(Note: Times are in Bangladesh Standard Time – BST. The BCB may change the schedule slightly.)
Chattogram Royals Point Table
The BPL 2026 begins on December 26, 2025. The Chattogram Royals Point Table will update live after every match. The top four teams will go to the Playoffs.
BPL 2026 Standings:
| Pos | Team | Matches (P) | Won (W) | Lost (L) | Points (Pts) | NRR |
| 1 | Chattogram Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 2 | Dhaka Capitals | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 3 | Sylhet Titans | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 4 | Rangpur Riders | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 5 | Rajshahi Warriors | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 6 | Noakhali Express | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
- Win: 2 Points
- No Result/Tie: 1 Point
- Loss: 0 Points
FAQ
Triangle Sports owns the Chattogram Royals. They bought the team before the 2026 season.
The talented Bangladeshi all-rounder Mahedi Hasan is the Captain.
Mohammad Naim Sheikh is the most expensive player. He was bought for BDT 1.10 Crore.
Their first match is on December 26, 2025. They play against the Noakhali Express in Sylhet.
A team can play a maximum of 4 overseas players in the match XI. This is according to BPL rules.
Conclusion
The Chattogram Royals have one of the most exciting squads in BPL 2026. They have expensive local talent like Mohammad Naim. They also have skilled foreign stars like Niroshan Dickwella and Abrar Ahmed. They are strong candidates for the title. Fans in Chattogram are waiting to see their new “Royals” roar on the field. The games start on December 26. Stay tuned to this page for the latest match results and points table updates.