Brussels Capital Warriors Clinch ECS Switzerland, Engadine, 2026 Title By Two Runs

ECS Switzerland, Engadine, 2026 concluded in dramatic fashion with Brussels Capital Warriors defeating Anchor Sports by 2 runs in the final, bringing a thrilling close to four days of T10 cricket in Zuoz.

Part of the European Cricket Series and organised under the Switzerland Cricket Board, the completed event was a Clubs-category T10 competition staged at Zuoz Cricket Ground in Zuoz, Switzerland, from 11 June to 14 June 2026. By the end of the tournament, the competition had delivered a compact, high-energy showcase fully in keeping with the ECS format, with every match contributing to a lively and competitive festival of cricket.

Across 20 completed matches played over 4 match days, 6 teams combined to produce a tournament rich in attacking batting, sharp fielding and decisive moments under pressure. The scale of the event was reflected not only in the number of fixtures completed, but in the consistency of entertainment throughout the schedule.

The scoring story was a strong one from start to finish. A total of 3,864 runs were scored during the event, at an average of 10.2 runs per over. That translated to 147.0 runs per 100 balls, or 1.47 runs per ball, underlining the relentless tempo that defines top-level T10 cricket. Batters were regularly able to seize momentum, and bowling units were constantly challenged to respond in a format where every delivery carries weight.

The tournament’s entertainment value was especially evident in the volume of boundary hitting. A remarkable 205 Maximos were struck, alongside 270 fours, with batters clearing the ropes once every 11.1 balls. The Maximo rate stood at 5.4 per ten overs, a striking indicator of sustained power-hitting across the event. In total, 2,310 runs came in boundaries, meaning 60.0% of all runs scored were boundary runs. That figure captures the aggressive intent that ran through the competition and gave spectators a steady stream of highlights.

Even in such a batting-friendly spectacle, pressure remained a vital part of the contest. Dot balls accounted for 40.0% of deliveries, showing that bowlers still found ways to build control and create opportunities. There were 194 wickets taken across the event, at a dismissal rate of 5.1 wickets per ten overs, while teams scored 19.9 runs per wicket. Those numbers reflect the balance at the heart of T10 cricket: explosive scoring tempered by constant jeopardy.

Several team performances stood out. The highest total of the tournament came from St Ottilien, who blasted 157-4 in their 10 overs against Frankfurt CC Zedmen in Match 9. Brussels Capital Warriors produced the highest successful chase when they hunted down 118 to beat St Ottilien by 7 wickets with 6 balls to spare in Match 6. They also showed their ability to defend under pressure, posting the lowest successfully defended score of the event when 87 proved enough for a 13-run win over Anchor Sports in Qualifier 1. Another standout moment came in Match 12, when Brussels Capital Warriors plundered 27 runs in the seventh over against Markhor London, the most expensive over of the tournament.

The overall match trend showed only a slight advantage for teams setting a target. Sides batting first won 11 of the 20 matches, or 55.0%, while teams batting second claimed 9 victories, or 45.0%. That split speaks to a competition in which both scoreboard pressure and chasing confidence played meaningful roles.

Individual honours added further distinction to the event. The highest individual score was the dazzling 85 from 36 balls by Mir Usama-Ul-Haq for St Ottilien against Brussels Capital Warriors in Match 6. Mir Usama-Ul-Haq also led the Maximo charts in emphatic style, striking 21 in just 3 matches. The tournament’s leading run-scorer was Jeewan Giri of Lisbon Capitals, whose 213 runs in 7 matches set the benchmark for batting consistency. With the ball, Sunilkumar Patel of Lisbon Capitals finished as the top wicket-taker with 13 wickets in 7 matches. In the field, Sherzai Hairan of Brussels Capital Warriors topped the standings with 6 dismissals, all catches, while Blair Stephenson of Frankfurt CC Zedmen was the standout keeper with 9 dismissals in 6 matches, including 2 catches as wicketkeeper, 6 stumpings and 1 run-out involvement.

ECS Switzerland, Engadine, 2026 was a fitting celebration of the European Cricket Series: fast, skilful, competitive and full of memorable performances. Congratulations go to champions Brussels Capital Warriors, finalists Anchor Sports, all participating teams and players, and to the organisers and officials who delivered a successful event in Zuoz. Credit also goes to the Switzerland Cricket Board for helping stage a vibrant new chapter of ECS cricket in one of Europe’s most spectacular settings.

A special thank you goes to St. Moritz Tourism for their support throughout the event and for helping showcase the stunning Engadine region to the wider cricket community. Through this collaboration, cricket fans around the world were able to discover not only the action on the field but also the unique beauty, culture and outdoor experiences that make the Engadine one of Switzerland’s most remarkable destinations.

The European Cricket Network would also like to thank Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz for their hospitality and support throughout the event. Their picturesque cricket ground, set against the backdrop of the Swiss Alps, provided a venue unlike any other on the ECS circuit and added a truly special character to this inaugural tournament in the region.

Most importantly, thank you to the supporters, volunteers, partners and local community who embraced the event and helped make the first-ever ECS Switzerland, Engadine a memorable success. We look forward to building on this foundation and continuing to grow cricket in this remarkable corner of Europe.