Saeed Ajmal Named Mentor for Dhaka Capitals in BPL

As the 2025 Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) approaches, the new franchise Dhaka Capitals is busy assembling its team. Owned by popular actor Shakib Khan, the team is not only finalizing its squad but also shaping up its coaching staff. The Capitals have appointed former Pakistani off-spinner Saeed Ajmal as their mentor.

Earlier, Dhaka Capitals appointed former Bangladesh captain and ex-BCB director Khaled Mahmud Sujon as the head coach.

Today (October 27), the franchise announced Saeed Ajmal’s appointment as mentor. They shared on social media:

"Look who’s joining the Dhaka Capitals camp!

• A legend of the game
• 447 international wickets
• Jointly the second-most wickets as a T20 World Champion (2009)
• A former player of the MCC XI
• Coach of the Pakistan national team

We are delighted to announce Saeed Ajmal as the Mentor of Dhaka Capitals. It is a privilege for us and a great opportunity for our players, particularly for the youngsters in our team."

Dhaka Capitals Squad for BPL 2025:

Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Johnson Charles, Mustafizur Rahman, Stephen Eskinazi, Thisara Perera, Zahur Khan, Sabbir Rahman, Asif Hasan Mitul, Shahnawaz Dahani, Amir Hamza, Mukidul Islam, Saim Ayub, Munim Shahriar, Habibur Rahman Sohan, Shahadat Hossain Dipu, Abu Zayed Chowdhury Rahi, Formanullah Safi, Riaz Hasan, Chaturanga De Silva, Rahmatullah Ali.

Head Coach: Khaled Mahmud Sujon
Mentor: Saeed Ajmal