ECS Belgium, 2025: Brussels Bashers (BB) vs Hasselt Titans (HT) – Match 17 Preview

Event: ECS Belgium, 2025
Match: Brussels Bashers (BB) vs Hasselt Titans (HT), Single Group Match Day 4, Match 17
Date: 10 July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local Time | 11:15 IST
Venue: Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Hasselt Titans won the toss and elected to bat

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most 6s:Rauf Abdulrahimzai (HT) – Career average of 2 sixes per match, the highest among all players.
  • Most Runs:Rauf Abdulrahimzai (HT) – Career average of 23 runs per match, leading the charts.
  • Most Wickets:Salarzai Israel (BB) – Career average of 1 wicket per match, the best among bowlers in this fixture.
  • Match MVP:Rauf Abdulrahimzai (HT) – Highest average fantasy points per match over career (60).

Team Introductions

Hasselt Titans (HT)

The Hasselt Titans have been a force in ECS Belgium 2025, winning 3 out of 4 matches (75% win rate). Their squad is brimming with all-rounders and power hitters, making them a well-balanced T10 side.

  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Rauf Abdulrahimzai (60)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Sherry Butt (101)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Sherry Butt (113 sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Zaki Shah (career average 1 wicket per match)
  • Matches Played: 4 | Matches Won: 3 | Win %: 75%

Brussels Bashers (BB)

Brussels Bashers have played 3 matches, winning 2 (66.7% win rate). Their lineup features a mix of experienced all-rounders and dynamic wicket keepers, making them a competitive unit in the T10 format.

  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Salarzai Israel (49)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Salarzai Israel (100)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Aziz Mohammad (51 sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Salarzai Israel (career average 1 wicket per match)
  • Matches Played: 3 | Matches Won: 2 | Win %: 66.7%

Player Highlights

Hasselt Titans (HT)

Rauf Abdulrahimzai – Batsman

A true T10 dynamo, Rauf Abdulrahimzai boasts a career average of 23 runs and 2 sixes per match, the highest in both categories for this fixture. With 902 career fantasy points (60 per match) and 316 points in the current event (79 per match), Rauf is a consistent match-winner. His top score of 57 and a highest single-match fantasy haul of 131 points underline his explosive potential. Notably, he has 1 Player of the Match award, reflecting his ability to turn games single-handedly.

Sherry Butt – Batsman (Captain)

The captain and a seasoned campaigner, Sherry Butt has played 60 matches, amassing 2825 career fantasy points (47 per match) and 402 in the current event (101 per match). With 113 career sixes and 64 fours, he is the Titans’ most prolific boundary-hitter. His top score of 95 and 7 career fifties make him a reliable anchor and finisher. Sherry’s leadership and 4 Player of the Match awards make him a pillar for HT.

Zaki Shah – All Rounder

Zaki Shah is a key all-rounder with 1979 career fantasy points (55 per match) and 254 in the current event (64 per match). While his batting is steady, his bowling is his main weapon, with 1439 career bowling fantasy points and a career average of 1 wicket per match. His best bowling figures include a 4-wicket haul, and he’s a proven game-changer with both ball and in the field.

Shahudullah Otmanzai – All Rounder

With 34 matches under his belt, Otmanzai has accumulated 1032 career fantasy points (30 per match) and 191 in the current event (48 per match). He is a versatile all-rounder, contributing 382 batting and 468 bowling fantasy points in his career. His fielding is also notable, with 8 career catches. Otmanzai’s all-round skills and experience make him a valuable asset.

Brussels Bashers (BB)

Salarzai Israel – All Rounder

Israel is BB’s fantasy powerhouse, with 777 career points (49 per match) and 199 in the current event (100 per match). He is the team’s top wicket-taker, averaging 1 wicket per match, and has a best bowling performance of 4 wickets in a match. With 1 Player of the Match award and a high-impact presence, Israel is a must-watch.

Aziz Mohammad – All Rounder

A veteran of 46 matches, Aziz Mohammad has 1661 career fantasy points (36 per match) and 387 in the current event (97 per match). He is BB’s leading six-hitter (51) and has 3 career fifties. With 499 bowling fantasy points and 5 career catches, Aziz is a proven all-rounder with 8 Player of the Match awards, the highest in this match.

Sherzai Hairan – Bowler

Hairan is a consistent performer with 575 career fantasy points (41 per match) and 239 in the current event (60 per match). He has a best bowling performance of 4 wickets in a match and is a reliable fielding contributor with 6 career catches. His Player of the Match award highlights his match-winning potential.

Tejinder Saran – Wicket Keeper

Saran brings balance to BB with 434 career fantasy points (31 per match) and 114 in the current event (29 per match). He has 14 career sixes and 11 fours, and is a safe pair of hands behind the stumps with 5 career catches. His all-round contributions make him a valuable fantasy pick.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Best Batter vs Best Bowler:

    • Rauf Abdulrahimzai (HT) (23 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 60 fantasy points/match)
      vs
    • Salarzai Israel (BB) (1 wicket/match, 42 bowling fantasy points/match, 49 total fantasy points/match)

  • Boundary Hitters:

    • Sherry Butt (HT) (113 sixes, 18 runs/match, 47 fantasy points/match)
      vs
    • Aziz Mohammad (BB) (51 sixes, 10 runs/match, 36 fantasy points/match)

  • All-Round Impact:

    • Zaki Shah (HT) (1 wicket/match, 55 fantasy points/match)
      vs
    • Sherzai Hairan (BB) (41 fantasy points/match, 4 wickets in a match best)

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Rauf Abdulrahimzai (HT): Highest average fantasy points, most runs, and sixes per match.
  • Sherry Butt (HT): Consistent high fantasy returns, boundary-hitting prowess.

Bold Picks:

  • Salarzai Israel (BB): Top wicket-taker, high event fantasy average.
  • Aziz Mohammad (BB): All-rounder with a history of Player of the Match awards and six-hitting ability.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Rauf Abdulrahimzai is primed for a big performance, leading in both batting and fantasy metrics.
    • Sherry Butt’s explosive hitting can set or chase daunting targets in the T10 format.
    • Salarzai Israel’s all-round skills, especially with the ball, could tilt the match in BB’s favor.
    • Aziz Mohammad’s experience and all-round ability make him a wildcard for BB.

  • Fantasy Focus:

    • HT’s top order, especially Abdulrahimzai and Butt, are must-haves for fantasy teams.
    • BB’s bowling attack, led by Israel and Hairan, will be crucial in containing HT’s power hitters.

  • Match Narrative:

    • With both teams boasting strong all-rounders and power hitters, expect a high-scoring, closely contested T10 encounter. The Titans’ slightly superior win percentage and explosive top order give them a marginal edge, but the Bashers’ bowling depth and all-round options ensure this match could swing either way.

  1. Rauf Abdulrahimzai – Batsman – Avg. Points: 60.0 – HT
  2. Zaki Shah – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 55.0 – HT
  3. Salarzai Israel – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – BB
  4. Sherry Butt – Batsman – Avg. Points: 47.0 – HT
  5. Fakhar Zaman – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 44.0 – BB
  6. Sherzai Hairan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 41.0 – BB
  7. Khuram Shahzad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – HT
  8. Stanikzai Aurangzeb – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – HT
  9. Aziz Mohammad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – BB
  10. Noorullah Sidiqi – Bowler – Avg. Points: 33.0 – BB
  11. Zekria Safi – Batsman – Avg. Points: 31.0 – HT

Number of players in the list from each team:
• Hasselt Titans (HT): 6
• Brussels Bashers (BB): 5

Number of players from each skill type:
• All Rounder: 5
• Batsman: 3
• Bowler: 2
• Wicket Keeper: 0

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