Dhaka, July 1 -- Defending champions Rangpur Riders are aiming to retain their crown in the 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), set to begin on July 10 at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence.

The Riders will start their campaign against the home team, Guyana Amazon Warriors, before facing Hobart Hurricanes on July 13.

They are also set to play Dubai Capitals and Central Districts on July 16 and 17, respectively.Nurul Hasan Sohan, the Riders' captain, expressed confidence ahead of starting their journey.

"Nobody gave us a chance last year, yet we became champions. This time the challenge is different, but our belief is stronger," he said during a jersey unveiling event at Bashundhara Sports City.

"Winning the GSL wa...