ECN Bulgaria T20I, 2025: Gibraltar vs Turkiye – Match 3 Preview
Event: ECN Bulgaria T20I, 2025
Match: Gibraltar (GIB) vs Turkiye (TUR), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 3
Date: 11 July 2025
Start Time: 10:00 Local Time | 11:30 IST
Venue: Vasil Levski National Sports Academy
Format: T20
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Gibraltar won the toss and elected to field
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
As the ECN Bulgaria T20I, 2025 continues to gather momentum, all eyes turn to Match 3, where Gibraltar faces Turkiye in a crucial group stage encounter. With both teams eager to assert their dominance early in the tournament, individual brilliance could well tip the scales.
Predicted Standouts
Most 6s in the Match:
Chris Pyle (GIB) and Muhammad Fahad (TUR) both average 1.0 sixes per match, making them the leading contenders to clear the ropes most frequently.Most Runs in the Match:
Chris Pyle (GIB), with a career average of 19 runs per match, edges out Muhammad Fahad (TUR), who averages 18 runs per match.Most Wickets in the Match:
No player from either side averages more than 0 wickets per match, indicating a contest where breakthroughs may come from unexpected quarters.Match MVP (Highest Career Fantasy Points Average):
Chris Pyle (GIB) leads with an impressive 56 fantasy points per match, making him the top candidate for the MVP accolade.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Gibraltar (GIB)
- Matches Played: 29
- Matches Won: 13
- Win Percentage: 44.8%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Points Average): Chris Pyle (56 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event): Data not available
- Batter with Most Career Sixes: Louis Bruce (32 sixes)
- Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Kabir Mirpuri (most wickets in a match: 3)
Gibraltar enters this contest with a solid win record and a balanced squad. Their experience in tight matches and a core of all-rounders make them a formidable opponent.
Turkiye (TUR)
- Matches Played: 20
- Matches Won: 6
- Win Percentage: 30%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Points Average): Muhammad Fahad (49 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event): Data not available
- Batter with Most Career Sixes: Gokhan Alta (23 sixes)
- Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Ali Turkmen (most wickets in a match: 4)
Turkiye, though less experienced, boasts several dynamic all-rounders and a captain who leads from the front. Their ability to spring surprises makes them a team to watch.
Player Highlights
Gibraltar (GIB)
Chris Pyle – Wicket Keeper
A true match-winner, Chris Pyle’s consistency is reflected in his 56 fantasy points per match and a career-best 204 points in a single game. With 698 batting fantasy points and a top score of 88, Pyle is a reliable run-getter and a threat behind the stumps, with 9 career stumpings and 3 catches. His all-round contributions make him a prime candidate for both fantasy captaincy and the match MVP.
Louis Bruce – All Rounder
With 1,709 career fantasy points and 32 sixes, Louis Bruce is Gibraltar’s power-hitter. Averaging 27 fantasy points per match, Bruce’s five career fifties and a top score of 73 highlight his ability to anchor and accelerate. His 545 bowling fantasy points and 12 catches add to his all-round value.
Iain Latin – All Rounder, Captain
A veteran with 60 matches, Iain Latin brings leadership and experience. He has 957 career fantasy points, 9 Player of the Match awards (15% award ratio), and a top score of 53. Latin’s all-round skills and knack for big performances in crucial games make him a key asset.
Kabir Mirpuri – Bowler
With 848 career fantasy points and a high of 163 in a single match, Mirpuri is Gibraltar’s leading wicket-taker (best: 3 wickets in a match). His 519 bowling fantasy points and 15 average per match underline his threat with the ball.
Turkiye (TUR)
Muhammad Fahad – Batsman
Turkiye’s most consistent fantasy performer, Fahad averages 49 fantasy points per match, with a career-best 102. He’s hit 16 sixes and 18 fours in just 12 matches, and his top score of 44 shows his ability to build an innings. Fahad’s 1 Player of the Match award (8.3% ratio) highlights his match-winning potential.
Ali Turkmen – All Rounder, Captain
Turkmen is the heartbeat of Turkiye’s side, with 1,978 career fantasy points and 3 Player of the Match awards. His 566 batting and 1,130 bowling fantasy points reflect his dual threat. Turkmen’s best bowling figures (4 wickets in a match) and a top score of 50 make him a genuine all-rounder.
Gokhan Alta – All Rounder
Alta’s 1,160 career fantasy points and 23 sixes in 26 matches make him Turkiye’s most explosive batter. With 487 batting and 527 bowling fantasy points, Alta is a true all-rounder, capable of changing the game with both bat and ball.
Ilyas Ataullah – Batsman
Ataullah has 883 career fantasy points and 18 sixes in 28 matches. His 530 batting fantasy points and a top score of 48 show his ability to contribute consistently. Ataullah’s all-round fielding adds further value.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Chris Pyle (GIB) vs Muhammad Fahad (TUR):
Both are their team’s leading run-scorers and six-hitters, with Pyle averaging 19 runs and 1 six per match, and Fahad close behind at 18 runs and 1 six per match. Expect a battle for batting supremacy.Kabir Mirpuri (GIB) vs Ali Turkmen (TUR):
Mirpuri’s 519 bowling fantasy points and Turkmen’s 1,130 make this a contest of leading bowlers. Both have the ability to break partnerships and swing momentum.Louis Bruce (GIB) vs Gokhan Alta (TUR):
Both are all-rounders with a penchant for big hits—Bruce with 32 sixes and Alta with 23. Their ability to contribute in all departments could be decisive.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Chris Pyle (GIB): Highest fantasy points average, consistent with bat and gloves.
- Muhammad Fahad (TUR): Reliable run-scorer and fantasy performer.
Bold Choices
- Louis Bruce (GIB): All-round potential, especially if he gets a chance with the ball.
- Ali Turkmen (TUR): Proven match-winner with both bat and ball, and a history of Player of the Match awards.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Chris Pyle and Muhammad Fahad are likely to dominate the fantasy charts and the scoreboard.
- Ali Turkmen and Kabir Mirpuri could be the difference-makers with the ball, especially if the pitch offers assistance.
- Louis Bruce and Gokhan Alta bring all-round value and could swing the match with a single performance.
Fantasy Focus:
With several all-rounders and power-hitters on both sides, expect a high-scoring contest with plenty of fantasy points on offer. The absence of standout wicket-takers means batters may have the upper hand, but a surprise bowling performance could turn the tide.
Final Word
With Gibraltar winning the toss and opting to field, early wickets will be crucial. Both teams have match-winners capable of turning the game in a matter of overs. As the ECN Bulgaria T20I, 2025 unfolds, this clash promises excitement, drama, and plenty of opportunities for players to etch their names into the tournament’s narrative.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling encounter at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy!
- Chris Pyle – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 56.0 – Gibraltar
- Ali Turkmen – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – Turkiye
- Muhammad Fahad – Batsman – Avg. Points: 49.0 – Turkiye
- Gokhan Alta – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – Turkiye
- Zafer Durmaz – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – Turkiye
- Ilyas Ataullah – Batsman – Avg. Points: 32.0 – Turkiye
- Louis Bruce – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 27.0 – Gibraltar
- Kabir Mirpuri – Bowler – Avg. Points: 24.0 – Gibraltar
- Serdar Emir – Bowler – Avg. Points: 22.0 – Turkiye
- Murat Yilmaz – Bowler – Avg. Points: 18.0 – Turkiye
- Richard Hatchman – Bowler – Avg. Points: 16.0 – Gibraltar
Number of players from each team:
- Turkiye: 6
- Gibraltar: 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 4
- Batsman: 2
- Bowler: 4
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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