ECI Croatia-Cyprus, 2025: CRO vs CYP – Match 6 Preview
Event: ECI Croatia-Cyprus, 2025
Match: Croatia (CRO) vs Cyprus (CYP), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 6
Date: 10 August 2025
Start Time: 11:00 Local Time (Zagreb) | 13:30 IST
Venue: Mladost Cricket Ground, Zagreb
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Cyprus won the toss and elected to bat
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
As the ECI Croatia-Cyprus, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, all eyes turn to Match 6, where hosts Croatia take on Cyprus in what promises to be a pivotal group stage encounter. With both teams eager to improve their win percentages and make a mark in the tournament, individual brilliance could well decide the outcome.
Predicted Standouts
Most Sixes:
Zach Vukusic (CRO) – With a career average of 3 sixes per match, Vukusic is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most often.Most Runs:
Zach Vukusic (CRO) – Averaging 28 runs per match, Vukusic is also the leading candidate to top-score.Most Wickets:
Harpreet Jhalli (CRO) – With a career average of 1 wicket per match and a recent three-wicket haul, Jhalli is the bowler to watch.Match MVP:
Zach Vukusic (CRO) – Boasting a remarkable 83 average fantasy points per match, Vukusic is the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Overviews
Croatia (CRO)
- Matches Played: 46
- Matches Won: 11
- Win Percentage: 23.9%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Zach Vukusic (83 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Alfred Beresford-Peirse (64 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Zach Vukusic (28 sixes in 9 matches, 3 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Harpreet Jhalli (1 wicket per match, 3 wickets in a match best)
Croatia, donning blue and red, have shown flashes of brilliance but will be eager to improve their win ratio. Their lineup is bolstered by multi-dimensional talents, especially in the all-rounder and wicket-keeper departments.
Cyprus (CYP)
- Matches Played: 35
- Matches Won: 8
- Win Percentage: 22.9%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Mangala Gunasekara (62 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Lovedeep Singh (21 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Mangala Gunasekara (123 sixes in 78 matches, 1 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Waqar Ali (most five-wicket hauls, 5 wickets in a match best)
Cyprus, in dark green, have a similar win record to Croatia but possess several experienced campaigners capable of turning the game on its head.
Player Highlights
Croatia
Zach Vukusic (All-Rounder, CRO)
Vukusic is Croatia’s talisman, leading in both batting and fantasy metrics. With 746 career fantasy points from just 9 matches (83 per match), he’s a proven match-winner. His 28 sixes and 2 fifties highlight his explosive batting, while his fielding (5 catches) and all-round skills make him a top captaincy pick. Vukusic’s Player of the Match ratio (0.22) underscores his ability to deliver under pressure.
Alfred Beresford-Peirse (Bowler, CRO)
A consistent performer, Alfred has 396 career fantasy points (40 per match) and is excelling in the current event (64 per match). His all-round contributions include a top score of 50 and a best bowling performance of 44 fantasy points in a match. With a Player of the Match award to his name, Alfred is a reliable fantasy option.
Harpreet Jhalli (Batsman, CRO)
Though listed as a batsman, Jhalli’s real value has come with the ball, taking 1 wicket per match and a three-wicket haul in the current event. With 231 bowling fantasy points in just 5 matches (46 per match), he’s a genuine wicket-taking threat. His Player of the Match ratio (0.2) is among the highest in the squad.
Rashid Hashmi (Wicket-Keeper, CRO)
Hashmi brings experience and versatility, with 1,693 career fantasy points and 5 Player of the Match awards. His 39 sixes and 2 fifties show his batting prowess, while 20 catches and 10 stumpings highlight his fielding excellence. Averaging 35 fantasy points per match, he’s a safe fantasy pick.
Cyprus
Mangala Gunasekara (All-Rounder, CYP)
Gunasekara is Cyprus’s most valuable player, with 4,800 career fantasy points (62 per match) and 13 Player of the Match awards. His 123 sixes and 6 fifties make him a constant threat with the bat, while his 1,268 bowling fantasy points reflect his all-round impact. He’s a must-have in any fantasy lineup.
Waqar Ali (Bowler, CYP)
Ali is Cyprus’s leading wicket-taker, with a five-wicket haul and 1,678 bowling fantasy points. He averages 20 bowling fantasy points per match and has 6 Player of the Match awards, making him a high-upside pick, especially if the pitch offers assistance to bowlers.
Roman Mazumder (Wicket-Keeper, CYP)
Mazumder’s 3,506 career fantasy points and 8 Player of the Match awards speak to his consistency. With 57 sixes and 7 fifties, he’s a reliable run-scorer and a safe pair of hands behind the stumps (16 catches). His average of 33 fantasy points per match makes him a solid vice-captaincy option.
Roshan Siriwardena (Batsman, CYP)
Siriwardena is a seasoned campaigner with 2,559 career fantasy points and 6 Player of the Match awards. His 36 sixes and 2 fifties show his ability to accelerate, while his 1,365 bowling fantasy points add to his all-round value.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Zach Vukusic (CRO) vs Waqar Ali (CYP):
Vukusic’s aggressive batting (3 sixes per match, 28 runs per match) will be tested by Ali’s wicket-taking ability (5 wickets in a match best, 20 bowling fantasy points per match). This duel could define the powerplay.Mangala Gunasekara (CYP) vs Harpreet Jhalli (CRO):
Gunasekara’s all-round skills (62 fantasy points per match) face off against Jhalli’s knack for breakthroughs (1 wicket per match, 46 bowling fantasy points per match). Expect fireworks if these two clash.Roman Mazumder (CYP) vs Rashid Hashmi (CRO):
Both wicket-keepers are vital to their teams, contributing with bat and gloves. Mazumder’s 33 fantasy points per match and Hashmi’s 35 per match make this a battle of consistency.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Captain: Zach Vukusic (CRO) – Highest fantasy average, six-hitting ability, and all-round contributions.
- Vice-Captain: Mangala Gunasekara (CYP) – Consistent all-rounder with a history of Player of the Match performances.
Bold Picks:
- Captain: Harpreet Jhalli (CRO) – High wicket-taking potential and strong recent form.
- Vice-Captain: Waqar Ali (CYP) – Can run through batting lineups on his day.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Zach Vukusic (CRO): His ability to dominate with the bat and contribute in the field makes him the most likely match-winner.
- Mangala Gunasekara (CYP): If he finds form, Cyprus could post a daunting total or chase down any target.
- Waqar Ali (CYP): A proven match-winner with the ball, especially in the T10 format.
- Rashid Hashmi (CRO): His dual role as a wicket-keeper and batter adds depth to Croatia’s lineup.
Fantasy Focus:
All-rounders and wicket-takers are likely to dominate the fantasy charts in this T10 clash. Look for players who can contribute in multiple departments, especially those with a history of high-impact performances.
Final Word
With both teams closely matched in terms of win percentage and individual talent, Match 6 at Mladost Cricket Ground is set to be a thrilling contest. Expect explosive batting, crafty bowling, and sharp fielding as Croatia and Cyprus vie for supremacy in the ECI Croatia-Cyprus, 2025. Don’t miss a ball of this high-stakes T10 encounter!
- Zach Vukusic – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 83.0 – CRO
- Oliver Tilley – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 63.0 – CRO
- Mangala Gunasekara – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 62.0 – CYP
- Harpreet Jhalli – Batsman – Avg. Points: 49.0 – CRO
- Adam Senn – Batsman – Avg. Points: 44.0 – CYP
- Saghar Manzoor – Batsman – Avg. Points: 40.0 – CRO
- Alfred Beresford-Peirse – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – CRO
- Aman Chaubey – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 39.0 – CRO
- Rashid Hashmi – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 35.0 – CRO
- Roman Mazumder – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 33.0 – CYP
- Roshan Siriwardena – Batsman – Avg. Points: 27.0 – CYP
Number of players from each team:
• Croatia (CRO): 7
• Cyprus (CYP): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
• All-Rounder: 3
• Wicket-Keeper: 3
• Batsman: 4
• Bowler: 1
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