ECI Romania-Czechia, 2025: Match 7 Preview
Romania (ROM) vs Czechia (CZE) – Single Group Match Day 2, Match 7
Date: 24 August 2025
Start Time: 13:15 Local | 14:45 IST
Venue: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Toss: Czechia won the toss and elected to bat
Match Type: Group Match
Event Overview
The ECI Romania-Czechia, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action as Romania (ROM) faces Czechia (CZE) in Match 7 of the single group stage. With both teams eager to solidify their positions, this encounter at the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground promises fireworks, tactical battles, and individual brilliance. Czechia, having won the toss, will set the tone with the bat, putting the onus on Romania’s bowlers to make early inroads.
Predicted Standouts: Who Could Steal the Show?
Most Sixes:
Muhammad Moiz (ROM) and Irfan Husain (ROM) both average 2 sixes per match in their careers, making them prime candidates to clear the ropes most frequently.Most Runs:
Irfan Husain (ROM) leads the way with a career average of 27 runs per match, closely followed by Muhammad Moiz (ROM) at 26.Most Wickets:
Joshak Khadka (ROM) stands out with a career average of 1 wicket per match, the highest among all players in this fixture.Match MVP Prediction:
Irfan Husain (ROM) boasts the highest career average points per match (91), making them the frontrunner for the match’s most valuable player.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Romania (ROM)
- Matches Played: 92
- Matches Won: 34
- Win Percentage: 36.96%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg): Irfan Husain (91 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg): Irfan Husain (96 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Muhammad Moiz (152 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Joshak Khadka (1 wicket per match)
Czechia (CZE)
- Matches Played: 90
- Matches Won: 32
- Win Percentage: 35.56%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg): Sazib Bhuiyan (63 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg): Sazib Bhuiyan (54 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Sazib Bhuiyan (177 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Naveed Ahmed (career best 4 wickets in a match, 3 three-wicket hauls)
Player Highlights
Romania (ROM)
Irfan Husain – Batsman
A true match-winner, Irfan Husain’s consistency is remarkable. With 3745 career points and an average of 91 per match, they are the heartbeat of Romania’s batting. Husain has 9 career fifties, 103 sixes, and a top score of 88, underlining their ability to dominate T10 attacks. Their current event form is even more impressive, averaging 96 per match, and they have already struck 10 sixes and 21 fours in this event. With 5 Player of the Match awards, Husain is a proven performer under pressure.
Muhammad Moiz – All-Rounder
Moiz is a dynamic all-rounder with 4729 career points and a career average of 79 per match. Their batting is explosive—152 sixes, 6 fifties, and a century to their name. Moiz’s top score of 100 and a highest single-match haul of 261 points highlight their match-winning potential. While their current event numbers are modest, their career record makes them a constant threat.
Gohar Manan – Batsman
Manan brings power and experience, with 2916 career points and an average of 49 per match. Their 107 sixes and 92 fours, along with a top score of 112, make them a key figure in Romania’s top order. Manan’s 5 Player of the Match awards reflect their ability to turn games single-handedly.
Joshak Khadka – All-Rounder
Khadka is Romania’s leading wicket-taker, averaging 1 wicket per match. With 1409 career points and a best bowling performance of 3 wickets in a match, Khadka’s all-round skills add depth to the side. Their fielding is also sharp, with 13 career catches.
Czechia (CZE)
Sazib Bhuiyan – All-Rounder
A genuine superstar, Bhuiyan has amassed 6795 career points at an average of 63 per match. Their 177 sixes and 147 fours, along with 4 centuries and 7 fifties, make them Czechia’s most dangerous batter. Bhuiyan’s 17 Player of the Match awards underscore their match-winning pedigree. In the current event, they continue to impress with 54 per match.
Sabawoon Davizi – All-Rounder
Davizi is a pillar of consistency, with 7566 career points and an average of 52 per match. Their 226 sixes and 215 fours, plus 17 fifties and a century, highlight their all-round prowess. Davizi’s 14 Player of the Match awards make them a player to watch in any situation.
Naveed Ahmed – Bowler
Ahmed is Czechia’s leading bowler, with 1293 career bowling points and a best of 4 wickets in a match. With 3 three-wicket hauls and 2 four-wicket hauls, Ahmed is a proven wicket-taker. Their current event form is strong, averaging 44 per match.
Mohammad Ratul – Wicket-Keeper
Ratul is a reliable wicket-keeper-batter, with 2602 career points and an average of 51 per match. With 73 sixes, 101 fours, and 9 fifties, Ratul is a key contributor with the bat. Their fielding is also top-notch, with 13 catches and 8 stumpings.
Key Player Matchups
Irfan Husain (ROM) vs Sazib Bhuiyan (CZE):
Both are the backbone of their respective batting line-ups. Husain averages 27 runs per match, while Bhuiyan averages 17, but Bhuiyan’s six-hitting ability (177 career sixes) could tilt the balance in Czechia’s favor if they get going.Joshak Khadka (ROM) vs Naveed Ahmed (CZE):
Khadka’s wicket-taking consistency (1 per match) will be tested against Czechia’s power hitters, while Ahmed’s knack for breakthroughs (best of 4 wickets in a match) will be crucial against Romania’s top order.Muhammad Moiz (ROM) vs Sabawoon Davizi (CZE):
Both are explosive all-rounders with the ability to change the game in a matter of overs. Moiz’s 152 sixes and Davizi’s 226 sixes set up a mouth-watering contest.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Irfan Husain (ROM): Consistent, in-form, and a proven match-winner.
- Sazib Bhuiyan (CZE): All-round contributions and a history of big performances.
Bold Picks:
- Muhammad Moiz (ROM): Capable of explosive batting and handy with the ball.
- Sabawoon Davizi (CZE): Can dominate with both bat and ball, and is a fielding asset.
Insights & Key Matchups
This T10 clash is set to be a battle of big hitters and crafty bowlers. Romania’s hopes will rest on the shoulders of Irfan Husain and Muhammad Moiz, while Czechia will look to Sazib Bhuiyan and Sabawoon Davizi for inspiration. The contest between the leading wicket-takers, Joshak Khadka and Naveed Ahmed, could well decide the outcome.
Fielding could also play a pivotal role, with both teams boasting sharp catchers and agile wicket-keepers. With Czechia opting to bat first, early wickets for Romania could swing the momentum, but if Czechia’s top order fires, a high-scoring thriller is on the cards.
Don’t miss this high-stakes encounter as two evenly matched teams vie for supremacy in the ECI Romania-Czechia, 2025!
- Irfan Husain – Batter – [ROM]
- Muhammad Moiz – All-Rounder – [ROM]
- Parveen Kumar – All-Rounder – [ROM]
- Sazib Bhuiyan – All-Rounder – [CZE]
- Taimoor Cheema – Bowler – [ROM]
- Sabawoon Davizi – All-Rounder – [CZE]
- Mohammad Ratul – Wicket-Keeper – [CZE]
- Joshak Khadka – All-Rounder – [ROM]
- Avishka Iroshan – Batter – [ROM]
- Ravi Solanki – All-Rounder – [CZE]
- Rhuturaj Magare – All-Rounder – [CZE]
Number of players from each team:
Romania (ROM): 6
Czechia (CZE): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
All-Rounder: 6
Batter: 2
Bowler: 1
Wicket-Keeper: 1
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