Parvez Hossain Emon knows the feeling of reaching three figures in T20 cricket. He ended Bangladesh’s long wait for an international T20 century earlier this year and had already posted a domestic hundred five years ago. What remains missing from his CV is a century in the Bangladesh Premier League and the left-handed opener believes this season could be the right moment to tick that box while preparing for the World Cup.
Sylhet Titans secured Emon at the auction for 3.5 million taka, making it his fifth BPL franchise and his first stint with the Sylhet-based side. Opportunities had been limited in his early BPL years. Across three seasons, he played only eight matches for Cumilla Victorians, Rangpur Riders and Khulna Titans combined. Last season brought a more extended run, with 13 appearances for Chattogram Kings.
That campaign began awkwardly. Emon struggled for form and was drawn into controversy after comments from the franchise owner over payments. His brief leave for personal reasons added to the speculation. Amid the noise, he managed to steady himself and finished with 338 runs at a strike rate of 130, a return that hinted at untapped potential rather than final judgement.
Emon’s reputation as a T20 dasher was built earlier. In the 2020 Bangabandhu T20 Cup, he smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 42 balls for Minister Group Rajshahi, then the fastest T20 century by a Bangladeshi. That record was broken last month at the Rising Stars Asia Cup, when Habibur Rahman Sohan reached his hundred in 35 balls.
Asked in Sylhet whether he has a target number of deliveries in mind for a BPL century, Emon played it down. He said he was not thinking in those terms and would focus instead on following his process and contributing to the team.
Beyond personal milestones, Emon sees the tournament as a timely rehearsal for global competition. With a packed schedule offering rhythm and repetition, he believes the BPL can provide ideal preparation ahead of the World Cup. He said the volume of matches would allow him to build confidence and momentum, which he hopes to carry into international cricket.
Sylhet open their campaign against newly formed Rajshahi Warriors, a contest Emon expects to be competitive. He spoke positively about Sylhet’s training sessions and overall preparation, adding that Rajshahi have also assembled a strong squad. Emon urged supporters to come to the ground, promising an entertaining contest and full commitment from his side.
For Emon, this BPL represents more than another change of colours. It is a chance to convert promise into a defining innings and to align personal ambition with national goals.
