Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI vs Falcoes: Portugal Liga Grizzly Div 2, 2026 Match 68 Preview
Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI and Falcoes meet for the first time in ECN events as the Portugal Liga Grizzly Div 2, 2026 heads to Santarem Cricket Ground. With near-level win probabilities and standout players on both sides, this T20 contest has plenty to keep fans locked in.
Match Context
Match 68 of the Portugal Liga Grizzly Div 2, 2026 brings Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI up against Falcoes in Santarem, Portugal, with the T20 competition continuing at Santarem Cricket Ground.
The match is scheduled for Sunday 27 September 2026, starting at 07:00 UTC / 08:00 WEST (local) / 09:00 CEST / 12:30 IST.
On paper, this is tight. Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI carry an average player ECN rating of 72, while Falcoes come in slightly ahead with an average player ECN rating of 76. That small edge gives Falcoes a statistical nudge, but Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI have individual quality capable of turning the match quickly.
Head-to-Head: A First-Ever ECN Meeting
There is no previous head-to-head history between Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI and Falcoes in ECN events, making this the first-ever ECN meeting between the two sides.
That adds a fresh layer of intrigue. No past results, no established rivalry, no historical dominance just two teams looking to write the opening chapter at Santarem Cricket Ground.
Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI: Power at the Top
For Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI, Amandeep Singh is the batter to watch. He comes in as their top batter with an ECN rating of 95, a batting average of 23.33, and an eye-catching strike rate of 167.0.
That strike rate is the standout number. If Amandeep gets going, Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI have a player who can shift momentum fast in this T20 format.
With the ball, Almas Bapu is the key figure. He is Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI’s top bowler, carrying an ECN rating of 99 and a bowling economy of 10.2. His rating underlines his importance to the side, and his spell could be central to keeping Falcoes within reach.
Falcoes: Slight Statistical Edge
Falcoes arrive with a marginally stronger overall profile, led by an average player ECN rating of 76 compared to Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI’s 72.
Their top batter is Akash Sood, who also owns an ECN rating of 95. His batting numbers are strong: an average of 36.5 and a strike rate of 146.0. While Amandeep Singh has the higher strike rate, Akash’s average gives Falcoes a dependable run-scoring anchor.
Shakhawat Munna leads the bowling unit for Falcoes. Like Almas Bapu, he has a top bowler ECN rating of 99, but his economy of 8.4 gives Falcoes an important advantage in the bowling comparison. In a T20 match, that control can be decisive.
Win Probability
The adjusted win probabilities reflect how close this contest looks: Falcoes are rated at 51.5%, while Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI sit at 48.5%.
That is barely any separation, but Falcoes do hold the numbers in a few important areas a better average player rating, a higher top-batter average, and a more economical lead bowler.
The Verdict
Falcoes should win this match.
It is close, and Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI have a real danger player in Amandeep Singh, whose 167.0 strike rate makes him a serious threat. But Falcoes have the broader statistical edge: a 76 average player ECN rating against 72, Akash Sood averaging 36.5, and Shakhawat Munna operating at an economy of 8.4.
In a first-ever ECN meeting between Lisbon Super Giants 2nd XI and Falcoes, expect a tight T20 contest, but Falcoes look just a little better placed to come out on top.
