ECI Norway, 2025: Hungary (HUN) vs Norway (NOR) – Match 4 Preview

Event: ECI Norway, 2025
Match: HUN vs NOR, Single Group Match Day 1, Match 4
Date: 15 August 2025
Start Time: 15:15 Local | 17:45 IST
Venue: Stubberudmyra Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Norway won the toss and elected to bat

Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?

  • Most 6s Prediction: Vinoth Ravindran (HUN) & Ali Nawaz (HUN) – Both average 2 sixes per match, the highest in this contest.
  • Most Runs Prediction: Jeremy Polarouthu (HUN) – Career average of 32 runs per match, the best among all players.
  • Most Wickets Prediction: Steffan Piolet (NOR) & Farmanullah Ghari (NOR) – Both average 1 wicket per match, leading the field.
  • Match MVP Prediction: Faisal Raza (NOR) – A staggering 122 average fantasy points per match in the current event.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Hungary (HUN)

  • Matches Played: 77 | Wins: 39 | Win %: 50.6%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg Fantasy Points): Jeremy Polarouthu (94 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg Fantasy Points): Vinoth Ravindran (52 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Vinoth Ravindran (179 sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Amal Jacob (most 3-wicket matches: 5)

Norway (NOR)

  • Matches Played: 56 | Wins: 32 | Win %: 57.1%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg Fantasy Points): Faisal Raza (48 per match, but 122 per match in current event)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg Fantasy Points): Wahidullah Sahak (218 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Walid Ghauri (60 sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Steffan Piolet & Farmanullah Ghari (1 wicket per match)

Player Highlights

Hungary (HUN)

Vinoth Ravindran (Wicket-Keeper, Captain)

A true T10 powerhouse, Ravindran boasts 5360 career fantasy points and an average of 72 per match. With 179 sixes and 170 fours, their aggressive batting is a game-changer. Ravindran has 10 Player of the Match awards (13.5% of matches), underlining their match-winning ability. In the current event, they average 52 fantasy points per match, making them a top fantasy pick.

Abbas Ghani (All-Rounder)

Ghani is Hungary’s all-round engine, with 4398 career fantasy points and a 64-point average per match. Their 111 sixes and 84 fours highlight their hitting prowess, while 1308 bowling fantasy points and 43 career catches show all-round value. Five Player of the Match awards (7.2% of matches) further cement their reputation.

Ali Nawaz (Bowler)

Nawaz is a high-impact player, averaging 82 fantasy points per match (career) and 36 in the current event. With 68 sixes and 4 fifties, Nawaz is a rare bowler who can also clear the ropes. Four Player of the Match awards in just 25 matches (16%) make Nawaz a genuine X-factor.

Amal Jacob (Bowler)

Jacob’s consistency is reflected in 2225 career fantasy points and a 45-point average per match. With 5 three-wicket hauls and 49 matches under their belt, Jacob is Hungary’s most reliable wicket-taker.

Norway (NOR)

Faisal Raza (Batsman)

Raza is in red-hot form, averaging 122 fantasy points per match in the current event (243 points in total). With a top score of 93 and 30 sixes in just 12 matches, Raza is a six-hitting machine. Their 1 Player of the Match award and a career-high 227 fantasy points in a single match highlight their explosive potential.

Wahidullah Sahak (All-Rounder)

Sahak is Norway’s all-round dynamo, with 436 fantasy points in the current event (218 per match). Their 27 sixes and 2 fifties, combined with 541 bowling fantasy points, make them a dual threat. Three Player of the Match awards in 24 matches (12.5%) show their ability to turn games.

Khizer Ahmad (Wicket-Keeper, Captain)

Ahmad brings balance and leadership, with 1267 career fantasy points and 38 per match. Their 48 sixes and 32 fours, plus 4 career stumpings, make them a valuable asset behind and in front of the stumps. Three Player of the Match awards (9% of matches) add to their credentials.

Steffan Piolet (Bowler)

Piolet, though new to the international scene, has made an immediate impact with 95 fantasy points in just 2 matches (48 per match). Averaging 1 wicket per match, Piolet’s bowling could be crucial in the T10 format.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Big Hitter vs. Strike Bowler:

    • Vinoth Ravindran (HUN) vs Steffan Piolet (NOR)
      Ravindran’s 2 sixes per match and 60 average batting fantasy points will be tested by Piolet’s 1 wicket per match and 34 average bowling fantasy points.

  • All-Rounder Duel:

    • Abbas Ghani (HUN) vs Wahidullah Sahak (NOR)
      Ghani’s 64 average fantasy points and 1 six per match face off against Sahak’s 218 average fantasy points in the current event and 1 six per match.

  • Form Batter vs. Form Bowler:

    • Faisal Raza (NOR) (114 average batting fantasy points in event) vs Amal Jacob (HUN) (13 average bowling fantasy points in event).

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Vinoth Ravindran (HUN): Consistent high fantasy returns, proven match-winner.
  • Faisal Raza (NOR): In sublime form, massive event average.

Bold Picks:

  • Wahidullah Sahak (NOR): All-rounder with explosive event numbers.
  • Ali Nawaz (HUN): High ceiling, especially if they get going with the bat.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Vinoth Ravindran and Faisal Raza are the most likely to dominate with the bat, while Steffan Piolet and Amal Jacob could swing the match with the ball.
    • Abbas Ghani and Wahidullah Sahak offer all-round value and could be the difference in a tight contest.

  • Fantasy Focus:

    • Hungary’s depth in six-hitters (Ravindran, Nawaz, Ghani) gives them explosive potential.
    • Norway’s recent form, led by Raza and Sahak, makes them slight favorites, especially after winning the toss and opting to bat.

Final Word

With both teams boasting power-hitters and dynamic all-rounders, Match 4 of ECI Norway, 2025 promises high-octane T10 action. Norway’s decision to bat first could set the tone, but Hungary’s experience and firepower ensure this will be a contest to remember. Expect fireworks at Stubberudmyra Cricket Ground!

Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis on the official event website.

  1. Jeremy Polarouthu – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 94.0 – HUN
  2. Ali Nawaz – Bowler – Avg. Points: 82.0 – HUN
  3. Vinoth Ravindran – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 72.0 – HUN
  4. Abbas Ghani – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 64.0 – HUN
  5. Farmanullah Ghari – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 59.0 – NOR
  6. Walid Ghauri – Batsman – Avg. Points: 50.0 – NOR
  7. Wahidullah Sahak – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – NOR
  8. Faisal Raza – Batsman – Avg. Points: 48.0 – NOR
  9. Steffan Piolet – Bowler – Avg. Points: 48.0 – NOR
  10. Amal Jacob – Bowler – Avg. Points: 45.0 – HUN
  11. Nilesh Jain – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 42.0 – HUN

Number of players from each team:

  • Hungary (HUN): 6
  • Norway (NOR): 5

Number of players from each skill type:

  • All-Rounder: 4
  • Bowler: 3
  • Wicket-Keeper: 2
  • Batsman: 2

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