ECI Germany-Belgium, 2025: GER vs BEL – Match 2 Preview
Event: ECI Germany-Belgium, 2025
Match: GER vs BEL, Single Group Match Day 1, Match 2
Date: 12 July 2025
Start Time: 13:15 Local | 15:45 IST
Venue: Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Toss: Germany won the toss and elected to bat
Match Type: Group Match
Setting the Stage
The ECI Germany-Belgium, 2025 continues with its second match of the opening day, as hosts Germany (GER) take on Belgium (BEL) at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground. With both teams boasting a blend of experience and explosive talent, this T10 encounter promises high-octane action and pivotal moments that could shape the group standings early on.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most 6s:
Jamshed Khan (GER) – With a staggering 186 career sixes and an average of 3 sixes per match, Jamshed is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most often.Most Runs:
Jamshed Khan (GER) – Averaging 26 runs per match, he leads all contenders in run-scoring consistency.Most Wickets:
Iftikhar Kankhel (BEL) & Rafiullah Alokzai (BEL) – Both average 1 wicket per match, the highest among available bowlers.Match MVP:
Jamshed Khan (GER) – With an average of 70 fantasy points per match over his career, he is the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Germany (GER)
- Matches Played: 78
- Matches Won: 51
- Win Percentage: 65.4%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Jamshed Khan (70 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event): No event data yet; Jamshed Khan leads on career form.
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): Jamshed Khan (186)
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): Nooruddin Mujaddady (33 matches, 1 three-wicket haul)
Germany enters as a formidable unit, with a high win percentage and a core of match-winners. Their batting firepower, led by Jamshed Khan, is complemented by all-rounders and a disciplined bowling attack.
Belgium (BEL)
- Matches Played: 63
- Matches Won: 38
- Win Percentage: 60.3%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Sherry Butt (49 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event): No event data yet; Sherry Butt leads on career form.
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): Sherry Butt (125)
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): Iftikhar Kankhel (17 matches, 17 wickets)
Belgium’s balanced side is built around the explosive batting of Sherry Butt and the reliable bowling of Iftikhar Kankhel. Their all-rounders add depth, making them a dangerous opponent in the T10 format.
Player Highlights
Germany (GER)
Jamshed Khan – Batsman, GER
Jamshed Khan is the undisputed star of the German lineup. With 4194 career fantasy points and an average of 70 per match, he is a fantasy manager’s dream. His 186 sixes and 87 fours in 60 matches underline his ability to dominate any bowling attack. Jamshed has notched up 9 Player of the Match awards (15% of matches), and his top score of 128 in a match is a testament to his match-winning prowess.
Azmat Ali – Batsman, GER
Azmat Ali brings consistency and flair, averaging 51 fantasy points per match. With 50 sixes and 33 fours in 26 matches, he is a reliable run-getter, boasting three fifties and a top score of 82. His Player of the Match ratio (11.5%) highlights his ability to step up in big moments.
Ace Pruss – Batsman, GER
Ace Pruss is a rising star, averaging 68 fantasy points per match. In just 17 matches, he has already hit 27 sixes and 21 fours, with two fifties and a top score of 79. His all-round skills are evident, with a five-wicket haul and a highest bowling fantasy score of 155 in a match.
Nooruddin Mujaddady – Bowler, GER
Nooruddin is Germany’s leading bowler, with 1360 career fantasy points and an average of 41 per match. He has 29 sixes as a lower-order batter and a three-wicket haul to his name. With 10 catches and a Player of the Match ratio of 6%, he is a valuable asset in all departments.
Belgium (BEL)
Sherry Butt – Batsman, BEL
Belgium’s captain and talisman, Sherry Butt, is a powerhouse with 3207 career fantasy points and an average of 49 per match. He has smashed 125 sixes and 78 fours in 65 matches, with eight fifties and a top score of 95. Butt’s five Player of the Match awards (7.7%) reflect his match-winning ability.
Burhan Niaz – All Rounder, BEL
Burhan Niaz is a consistent performer, averaging 29 fantasy points per match. With 58 sixes and 36 fours, he is a dangerous middle-order batter. His all-round skills are complemented by 171 bowling fantasy points and a solid fielding record.
Aziz Mohmmad – All Rounder, BEL
Aziz Mohmmad is a true all-rounder, with 1904 career fantasy points and an average of 37 per match. He has 56 sixes and 29 fours, three fifties, and two three-wicket hauls. Aziz’s nine Player of the Match awards (17.3%) make him one of the most impactful players in the tournament.
Iftikhar Kankhel – Bowler, BEL
Iftikhar Kankhel is Belgium’s leading bowler, with 684 career fantasy points and an average of 40 per match. He has taken 17 wickets in as many matches, with a best bowling performance of 2 wickets in a match. Kankhel’s Player of the Match award highlights his ability to deliver under pressure.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Jamshed Khan (GER) vs Iftikhar Kankhel (BEL):
Jamshed’s explosive batting (26 runs/match, 3 sixes/match) will be tested by Kankhel’s wicket-taking ability (1 wicket/match, 33 bowling fantasy points/match).Sherry Butt (BEL) vs Nooruddin Mujaddady (GER):
Butt’s aggressive approach (19 runs/match, 1 six/match) faces Nooruddin’s all-round threat (18 bowling fantasy points/match, 8 runs/match).Aziz Mohmmad (BEL) vs Ace Pruss (GER):
Both are dynamic all-rounders, with Aziz’s 37 fantasy points per match and Pruss’s 68, making this a battle of impact players.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Jamshed Khan (GER): Consistent high fantasy returns, top six-hitter, and run-scorer.
- Sherry Butt (BEL): Proven match-winner, high six count, and reliable fantasy performer.
Bold Picks:
- Aziz Mohmmad (BEL): High Player of the Match ratio, all-round contributions.
- Ace Pruss (GER): Explosive potential with both bat and ball, high ceiling for fantasy points.
Insights & Key Matchups
Game-Changers:
Jamshed Khan’s ability to clear the ropes and score quickly makes him the most likely match-winner. For Belgium, Sherry Butt’s leadership and power-hitting will be crucial.
Among bowlers, Iftikhar Kankhel and Nooruddin Mujaddady are the ones to watch for breakthroughs.Fantasy Focus:
With T10’s fast pace, all-rounders like Ace Pruss and Aziz Mohmmad can swing the match with a single performance. Fielding points may also play a role, with several players averaging multiple catches per match.
Conclusion
With both teams stacked with explosive batters and crafty bowlers, Match 2 of the ECI Germany-Belgium, 2025 is set to be a thrilling contest. Germany’s home advantage and power-packed lineup give them a slight edge, but Belgium’s depth and experience ensure this will be a closely fought battle. Expect fireworks at Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground as the race for group supremacy heats up!
Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis on the official event website.
- Jamshed Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 70.0 – GER
- Ace Pruss – Batsman – Avg. Points: 68.0 – GER
- Faruq Arabzai – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 61.0 – GER
- Shazhaib Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 56.0 – GER
- Azmat Ali – Batsman – Avg. Points: 51.0 – GER
- Rafiullah Alokzai – Bowler – Avg. Points: 50.0 – BEL
- Sherry Butt – Batsman – Avg. Points: 49.0 – BEL
- Nooruddin Mujaddady – Bowler – Avg. Points: 41.0 – GER
- Iftikhar Kankhel – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – BEL
- Sherzai Hairan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – BEL
- Aziz Mohmmad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 37.0 – BEL
Number of players from each team:
- Germany (GER): 6
- Belgium (BEL): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- Bowler: 4
- All Rounder: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 0
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