ECI Norway, 2025: Norway vs Hungary – Match 1 Preview
Event: ECI Norway, 2025
Match: Norway (NOR) vs Hungary (HUN), Single Group Match Day 1, Match 1
Date: 15 August 2025
Start Time: 09:15 Local Time | 11:45 IST
Venue: Stubberudmyra Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Hungary won the toss and elected to field
Setting the Stage
The ECI Norway, 2025 kicks off with a high-octane clash between hosts Norway and a formidable Hungary side at the picturesque Stubberudmyra Cricket Ground. With both teams eager to set the tone for their campaigns, this T10 opener promises fireworks, tactical battles, and individual brilliance. Hungary, having won the toss, will look to exploit early conditions by fielding first.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most 6s:
Vinoth Ravindran (HUN) and Ali Nawaz (HUN) both average 2 sixes per match, making them prime candidates to clear the ropes most frequently.Most Runs:
Jeremy Polarouthu (HUN) boasts a remarkable career average of 34 runs per match, the highest among all players in this fixture.Most Wickets:
While no player has a significant wickets-per-match average, Amal Jacob (HUN) and Kasir Ahmed (HUN) have shown wicket-taking ability with multiple three- and four-wicket hauls in their careers.Match MVP:
Jeremy Polarouthu (HUN) leads with a staggering 100 average fantasy points per match, making them the top contender for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Norway (NOR)
- Matches Played: 54
- Matches Won: 30
- Win Percentage: 55.6%
- Strongest Player (Avg. Fantasy Points):Walid Ghauri (48 per match)
- Current Event Fantasy Leader: No event data yet
- Top Six-Hitter:Khizer Ahmad (42 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker:Qamar Mushtaque (4 wickets in a match, 1 four-wicket haul)
Hungary (HUN)
- Matches Played: 76
- Matches Won: 39
- Win Percentage: 51.3%
- Strongest Player (Avg. Fantasy Points):Jeremy Polarouthu (100 per match)
- Current Event Fantasy Leader: No event data yet
- Top Six-Hitter:Vinoth Ravindran (173 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker:Amal Jacob (5 three-wicket matches, 1 four-wicket match)
Player Highlights
Norway
Khizer Ahmad (Wicket-Keeper, Captain)
Khizer Ahmad is Norway’s dynamic wicket-keeper and captain, with 32 matches under their belt. With 1 century and 2 fifties, 42 sixes, and a top score of 107, Khizer is a proven match-winner. Their average of 35 fantasy points per match and 3 Player of the Match awards (9.4% award ratio) underline their all-round impact. In the field, Khizer has 9 catches and 4 stumpings, making them a threat behind the stumps as well.
Walid Ghauri (Batsman)
A consistent performer, Walid Ghauri has amassed 1,541 career fantasy points at an average of 48 per match. With 4 fifties, 55 sixes, and a top score of 71, Walid is Norway’s most explosive batter. Their 5 Player of the Match awards (15.6% award ratio) highlight their ability to turn games single-handedly.
Javed Khan (Bowler)
Javed Khan brings balance to the Norwegian attack. With 512 career fantasy points (43 per match), 12 matches, and a best bowling performance of 2 wickets in a match, Javed is a reliable option with both ball and bat, having also hit 11 sixes.
Wahidullah Sahak (All-Rounder)
Wahidullah Sahak is a versatile all-rounder with 735 career fantasy points (32 per match). With 2 Player of the Match awards, 9 sixes, and a best bowling performance of 3 wickets in a match, Sahak’s dual skills make them a valuable asset.
Hungary
Jeremy Polarouthu (All-Rounder)
Jeremy Polarouthu is Hungary’s fantasy juggernaut, averaging a phenomenal 100 fantasy points per match from just 8 games. With a century (top score 101), 21 sixes, and a best bowling performance of 4 wickets in a match, Jeremy is a genuine match-winner. Their 1 Player of the Match award (12.5% award ratio) reflects their game-changing potential.
Vinoth Ravindran (Wicket-Keeper, Captain)
The experienced Vinoth Ravindran has played 73 matches, scoring 5,256 fantasy points (72 per match). With 16 fifties, 173 sixes, and a top score of 92, Vinoth is Hungary’s most prolific batter. Their 10 Player of the Match awards (13.7% award ratio) and 35 catches/5 stumpings make them a leader in every department.
Ali Nawaz (Bowler)
Ali Nawaz is Hungary’s six-hitting bowler, with 68 sixes and 1,980 career fantasy points (83 per match). With 4 Player of the Match awards (16.7% award ratio), Ali’s all-round contributions—especially a top score of 85 and a best bowling performance of 3 wickets—make them a key player.
Kasir Ahmed (All-Rounder)
Kasir Ahmed, with 2,701 career fantasy points (71 per match), is a true all-rounder. With 60 sixes, 3 fifties, and a best bowling performance of 3 wickets, Kasir’s 4 Player of the Match awards (10.5% award ratio) highlight their ability to influence all facets of the game.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Jeremy Polarouthu (HUN) (34 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 100 fantasy points/match) vs Qamar Mushtaque (NOR) (26 bowling fantasy points/match, 4 wickets in a match)
- Walid Ghauri (NOR) (16 runs/match, 1 six/match, 48 fantasy points/match) vs Amal Jacob (HUN) (29 bowling fantasy points/match, 5 three-wicket matches)
Sixes Battle:
- Vinoth Ravindran (HUN) (2 sixes/match) vs Khizer Ahmad (NOR) (1 six/match)
All-Rounder Impact:
- Kasir Ahmed (HUN) (71 fantasy points/match, 1 six/match, 17 runs/match) vs Wahidullah Sahak (NOR) (32 fantasy points/match, 4 runs/match, 19 bowling fantasy points/match)
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Jeremy Polarouthu (HUN): Highest average fantasy points per match (100), consistent with both bat and ball.
- Vinoth Ravindran (HUN): Proven performer, high sixes count, and strong fantasy record.
Bold Picks
- Ali Nawaz (HUN): High-impact bowler with six-hitting ability, 83 fantasy points per match.
- Walid Ghauri (NOR): Norway’s most explosive batter, capable of big scores and match-winning performances.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Hungary’s Power Hitters: With Vinoth Ravindran and Ali Nawaz both averaging 2 sixes per match, expect Hungary to go big in the death overs.
- Norway’s All-Round Depth: Khizer Ahmad and Wahidullah Sahak provide balance, but Norway will need early breakthroughs to contain Hungary’s batting might.
- Fantasy X-Factor: Jeremy Polarouthu’s all-round numbers make them the most valuable fantasy pick and a likely game-changer.
- Bowling Duels: Watch for Amal Jacob and Qamar Mushtaque to make inroads with the ball, especially if the pitch offers any assistance.
Conclusion
The opening match of ECI Norway, 2025 is set to be a thrilling contest between two well-matched sides. Hungary’s explosive batting and all-round depth give them a slight edge, but Norway’s home advantage and proven match-winners ensure this will be a closely fought battle. With fantasy points, sixes, and wickets up for grabs, expect a spectacle as both teams look to start their campaign with a statement win.
Stay tuned for live action from Stubberudmyra Cricket Ground as Norway and Hungary light up the T10 stage!
- Jeremy Polarouthu – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 100.0 – HUN
- Ali Nawaz – Bowler – Avg. Points: 83.0 – HUN
- Vinoth Ravindran – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 72.0 – HUN
- Kasir Ahmed – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 71.0 – HUN
- Abbas Ghani – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 63.0 – HUN
- Abhijith Jayakumar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 54.0 – HUN
- Walid Ghauri – Batsman – Avg. Points: 48.0 – NOR
- Amal Jacob – Bowler – Avg. Points: 46.0 – HUN
- Nilesh Jain – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 45.0 – HUN
- Javed Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 43.0 – NOR
- Khushal Gabhane – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 39.0 – HUN
Number of players from each team:
- Hungary (HUN): 8
- Norway (NOR): 3
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 4
- Bowler: 3
- Wicket-Keeper: 2
- Batsman: 2
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