Dhaka, Jan. 23 -- Rajshahi Warriors opener Tanzid Hasan smashed a scintillating century to put his side firmly in contention for a maiden Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) title in the final against Chattogram Royals.

His innings held the innings together after early pressure, keeping Rajshahi on course in a tense title decider that also saw a landmark bowling effort from Shoriful Islam.

The final was played at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on Friday, with Chattogram opting to field first after winning the toss in the evening fixture.

Rajshahi made a steady start without losing a wicket in the powerplay, reaching 40 without loss in six overs.

Tanzid and Sahibzada Farhan then took the innings by the scruff of the neck,...