ECS Belgium, 2025: Liege Stallions vs Antwerp Giants – Match 8 Preview
Event: ECS Belgium, 2025
Match: Liege Stallions (LS) vs Antwerp Giants (AG), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 8
Date: 8th July 2025
Start Time: 12:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
Venue: Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Antwerp Giants won the toss and elected to field.
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
As the ECS Belgium, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, Match 8 brings together the Liege Stallions and the in-form Antwerp Giants. With Antwerp Giants opting to field first, the stage is set for a contest where every ball will count.
Predicted Standouts
Most Sixes:
Mustafa Mamond (LS) and Mansoor Malangzai (AG) both average 1.0 sixes per match, but with 20 career sixes in just 12 matches, Mamond’s strike power could light up the arena.Most Runs:
Mustafa Mamond (LS) leads with a career average of 20 runs per match, making them the batter to watch for a big score.Most Wickets:
Ilyas Zaheer (AG) stands out with a career average of 1.0 wickets per match, the highest among all bowlers in this fixture.Match MVP:
Mustafa Mamond (LS) boasts a remarkable 47.0 average fantasy points per match over their career, making them the top candidate for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Liege Stallions (LS)
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Mustafa Mamond (47.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Mohammed Malik Khel (37.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Mustafa Mamond (20 sixes in 12 matches)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Sairab Zahid (Bowling Fantasy Points: 399)
- Team Record: Data not available
Antwerp Giants (AG)
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Jamil Syed (44.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Saber Zakhil (124.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Saber Zakhil (56 sixes in 71 matches)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Said Hakim (Bowling Fantasy Points: 502)
- Team Record: 2 matches, 2 wins, 100% win rate
Player Highlights
Liege Stallions
Mustafa Mamond – Batsman
With 569 career fantasy points in just 12 matches and a highest single-match haul of 130, Mamond is the backbone of the Stallions’ batting. Their 20 sixes and 20 fours, along with two career fifties, highlight a player who can change the game in a matter of overs. Despite a slow start in the current event, their career average of 47 fantasy points per match makes them a must-watch.
Sairab Zahid – Bowler
Zahid’s 513 career fantasy points and a best of 145 in a single match underline their match-winning potential. With 399 bowling fantasy points and a four-wicket haul to their name, Zahid is the Stallions’ go-to bowler for breakthroughs. While their current event numbers are modest, their experience and past performances make them a threat.
Afzal Safi – Wicket Keeper
Safi brings balance with 292 career fantasy points and a highest match tally of 76. Their 10 sixes and 4 catches, along with 3 stumpings, show their all-round value. Averaging 27 fantasy points per match over their career and 32 in the current event, Safi’s dual role behind the stumps and with the bat is crucial.
Shinwari Mujeeb – Batsman
Mujeeb’s 134 career fantasy points from just 4 matches (average 34.0) and a top score of 25 reflect a player with the ability to make quick impacts. Their 5 sixes in 4 matches and 94 batting fantasy points show a penchant for aggressive play.
Antwerp Giants
Saber Zakhil – All Rounder
A true ECS stalwart, Zakhil has amassed 2191 career fantasy points in 71 matches, with a highest single-match score of 179. Their 56 sixes and 37 fours, along with 2 fifties, make them the Giants’ most explosive batter. Zakhil’s 7 Player of the Match awards and a current event average of 124 fantasy points per match underline their MVP credentials.
Said Hakim – Batsman (Captain)
Hakim’s 986 career fantasy points and a highest match tally of 181 reflect their consistency. With 22 fours and 7 sixes, plus 3 three-wicket hauls, Hakim is a genuine all-round threat. Their current event average of 99 fantasy points per match is among the best in the tournament.
Jamil Syed – Batsman/Wicket Keeper
Syed’s 666 career fantasy points in 15 matches (average 44.0) and a highest match score of 165 make them a key player. With 5 sixes, 7 fours, and 5 catches, Syed’s contributions are multi-dimensional. Their current event average of 36.0 fantasy points per match keeps them in the fantasy mix.
Iftikhar Kankhel – Bowler
Kankhel’s 426 career fantasy points in 12 matches (average 36.0) and a highest match tally of 101 highlight their bowling prowess. With 343 bowling fantasy points and a Player of the Match award, Kankhel is a proven performer, especially with 141 bowling fantasy points in the current event.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Mustafa Mamond (LS) vs Saber Zakhil (AG):
Both are six-hitting machines, but Zakhil’s 56 career sixes and 31 fantasy points per match edge out Mamond’s 20 sixes and 47 fantasy points per match in terms of experience and consistency.Sairab Zahid (LS) vs Said Hakim (AG):
Zahid’s 399 bowling fantasy points and a best of 4 wickets in a match will be tested against Hakim’s 362 batting fantasy points and 22 career fours.Afzal Safi (LS) vs Jamil Syed (AG):
Both wicket keepers, Safi’s 10 sixes and 27 fantasy points per match will be up against Syed’s 5 sixes and 44 fantasy points per match, making this a battle of all-rounders.Ilyas Zaheer (AG) vs Shinwari Mujeeb (LS):
Zaheer’s 1.0 wickets per match and 27 bowling fantasy points per match will be crucial against Mujeeb’s aggressive batting (5 sixes in 4 matches).
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Saber Zakhil (AG): Consistent high fantasy returns, all-round skills, and a history of Player of the Match awards.
- Mustafa Mamond (LS): Highest career fantasy average among all players, explosive batting.
Bold Picks
- Said Hakim (AG): In red-hot form this event, offers both batting and bowling points.
- Iftikhar Kankhel (AG): High bowling fantasy points, potential for a big haul.
Insights & Key Matchups
Game Changers:
- Saber Zakhil and Mustafa Mamond are the most likely to swing the match with their power hitting.
- Sairab Zahid and Ilyas Zaheer could decide the contest with the ball, especially in the death overs.
- Afzal Safi and Jamil Syed offer value with both bat and gloves, making them fantasy gold.
Team Momentum:
Antwerp Giants come in with a perfect record (2 wins from 2), while Liege Stallions will look to their experienced core to upset the form book.Fantasy Focus:
All-rounders and wicket keepers are likely to be the highest point scorers in this T10 format, given their multiple avenues for contribution.
Final Word
With both teams boasting explosive batters and crafty bowlers, Match 8 of ECS Belgium, 2025 promises to be a thrilling contest. The Antwerp Giants, riding high on confidence, will look to maintain their unbeaten run, while the Liege Stallions will be eager to make a statement. Expect fireworks at Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst as the ECS caravan rolls on!
Stay tuned for live action and updates!
- Ilyas Zaheer – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – ANT
- Mustafa Mamond – Batsman – Avg. Points: 47.0 – LIE
- Jamil Syed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 44.0 – ANT
- Mohammed Malik Khel – Batsman – Avg. Points: 37.0 – LIE
- Said Hakim – Batsman – Avg. Points: 37.0 – ANT
- Abdul Rashid – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 36.0 – ANT
- Iftikhar Kankhel – Bowler – Avg. Points: 36.0 – ANT
- Shinwari Mujeeb – Batsman – Avg. Points: 34.0 – LIE
- Sairab Zahid – Bowler – Avg. Points: 32.0 – LIE
- Saber Zakhil – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 31.0 – ANT
- Shafiullah Zakhel – Bowler – Avg. Points: 30.0 – ANT
Number of players from each team:
- Antwerp Giants (ANT): 7
- Liege Stallions (LIE): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- All Rounder: 2
- Bowler: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 2
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