ECS Belgium, 2025: Ostend Tigers vs Liege Stallions – Match 2 Preview
Event: ECS Belgium, 2025
Match: Ostend Tigers (OT) vs Liege Stallions (LS), Single Group Match Day 1 Match 2
Date: 7 July 2025
Start Time: 10:45 Local Time | 13:15 IST
Venue: Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Liege Stallions won the toss and elected to field
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
As ECS Belgium 2025 gets underway, all eyes turn to the second match of the opening day, where the Ostend Tigers (OT) face off against the Liege Stallions (LS) in what promises to be a high-octane T10 encounter. With the Liege Stallions opting to field first, the stage is set for a dynamic contest at the Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst.
Predicted Standouts
- Most Sixes:Manpreet Sandhu (OT) – With a career average of 3 sixes per match, Sandhu is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most frequently.
- Most Runs:Manpreet Sandhu (OT) – Averaging 35 runs per match, Sandhu is also the leading candidate to top the run charts.
- Most Wickets:Manpreet Sandhu (OT) & Rafiulah Alokozai (OT) – Both average 1 wicket per match, making them the bowlers to watch.
- Match MVP:Manpreet Sandhu (OT) – With a staggering 118 average fantasy points per match, Sandhu is the frontrunner for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Players
Ostend Tigers (OT)
The Ostend Tigers bring a blend of experience and explosive talent to the tournament. Their squad is headlined by all-rounder Manpreet Sandhu, who not only leads in average fantasy points (118 per match) but also boasts the highest sixes per match (3) and runs per match (35). The Tigers’ batting firepower is further bolstered by Abdul Muhammad, who has hit 22 sixes in just 8 matches, and Faisal Khaliq, who has 28 sixes in 14 matches. On the bowling front, Rafiulah Alokozai stands out with 34 average bowling fantasy points per match.
Note: Team win/loss records are not available for this preview.
Liege Stallions (LS)
The Liege Stallions, having won the toss, will look to their captain Muhammad Muneeb for inspiration. Muneeb leads the team in career fantasy points (988) and sixes hit (34 in 37 matches). Mustafa Mamond is another key batter, with 20 sixes in 11 matches and an impressive 51 average fantasy points per match. While the Stallions’ bowling stats are less prominent, all-rounder Umair Butt and wicketkeeper Afzal Safi provide balance and depth.
Note: Team win/loss records are not available for this preview.
Player Highlights
Ostend Tigers
Manpreet Sandhu (All Rounder, OT)
Sandhu is the Tigers’ talisman, with 828 career fantasy points from just 7 matches (118 per match). His batting is explosive—21 sixes, 21 fours, and 3 fifties, with a top score of 93. Sandhu’s bowling is equally effective, averaging 34 fantasy points per match and taking a wicket per game. With 3 Player of the Match awards (0.43 ratio), Sandhu is a proven match-winner.
Abdul Muhammad (Batsman, OT)
In just 8 matches, Muhammad has amassed 598 fantasy points (75 per match), including a highest single-match haul of 207. He’s hit 22 sixes and 20 fours, with a top score of 89 and a fifty to his name. His batting fantasy points average is a remarkable 67 per match.
Faisal Khaliq (All Rounder, OT)
Khaliq’s 14-match career features 737 fantasy points (53 per match), 28 sixes, and a fifty. He’s also contributed with the ball, averaging 7 bowling fantasy points per match. With 2 Player of the Match awards (0.14 ratio), Khaliq is a reliable all-round option.
Zulqarnain Tasawar (Wicket Keeper, OT)
Tasawar has 390 fantasy points from 9 matches (43 per match), with 16 sixes and 7 fours. His top score is 48, and he averages 33 batting fantasy points per match. Behind the stumps, he’s taken 7 catches.
Liege Stallions
Mustafa Mamond (Batsman, LS)
Mamond is the Stallions’ most dynamic batter, with 563 fantasy points in 11 matches (51 per match), 20 sixes, and 2 fifties. His top score is 58, and he averages 48 batting fantasy points per match.
Muhammad Muneeb (Batsman, LS)
The captain leads by example, with 988 fantasy points in 37 matches (27 per match), 34 sixes, and 2 fifties. Muneeb’s top score is 56, and he averages 19 batting fantasy points per match.
Umair Butt (All Rounder, LS)
Butt has 132 fantasy points in 12 matches (11 per match), with a Player of the Match award (0.08 ratio). He’s contributed with both bat and ball, and his highest single-match fantasy points is 73.
Afzal Safi (Wicket Keeper, LS)
Safi has 228 fantasy points in 10 matches (23 per match), with 7 sixes and 3 catches. His top score is 32, and he averages 13 batting fantasy points per match. As a wicketkeeper, he’s also effected 3 stumpings.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Manpreet Sandhu (OT) vs Mustafa Mamond (LS):
- Sandhu: 35 runs/match, 3 sixes/match, 118 fantasy points/match
- Mamond: 22 runs/match, 1 six/match, 51 fantasy points/match
- Edge: Sandhu, for all-round impact and consistency.
Abdul Muhammad (OT) vs Muhammad Muneeb (LS):
- Muhammad: 31 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 75 fantasy points/match
- Muneeb: 8 runs/match, 0 sixes/match, 27 fantasy points/match
- Edge: Muhammad, for higher run and six-hitting potential.
Rafiulah Alokozai (OT) vs Umair Butt (LS):
- Alokozai: 34 bowling fantasy points/match, 1 wicket/match
- Butt: 8 bowling fantasy points/match, 0 wickets/match
- Edge: Alokozai, for bowling impact.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Manpreet Sandhu (OT): The all-rounder’s consistency and high ceiling make them the safest captaincy choice.
- Abdul Muhammad (OT): For those seeking a batter with explosive potential.
Bold Picks
- Mustafa Mamond (LS): If LS bat first, Mamond’s six-hitting and fantasy average make for a high-upside vice-captain.
- Faisal Khaliq (OT): An all-rounder with a history of Player of the Match awards and six-hitting ability.
Insights & Key Matchups
Game Changers:
- Manpreet Sandhu is the player most likely to dominate with both bat and ball.
- Abdul Muhammad and Faisal Khaliq provide the Tigers with additional firepower.
- For the Stallions, Mustafa Mamond and Muhammad Muneeb will need to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed.
Fantasy Focus:
- The Tigers’ lineup is stacked with high-impact all-rounders and power hitters, making them favorites for fantasy points.
- The Stallions will rely on their experienced batters and the wicketkeeping skills of Afzal Safi to keep them in the contest.
Conclusion
With both teams boasting explosive batters and all-rounders, Match 2 of ECS Belgium, 2025 is set to be a thrilling contest. The Ostend Tigers, led by the in-form Manpreet Sandhu, appear to have the edge in both batting and bowling depth. However, the Liege Stallions, having won the toss and chosen to field, will look to disrupt the Tigers’ plans early and chase down any target with their own power hitters.
Stay tuned for a match filled with big hits, quick wickets, and plenty of fantasy points at Stars Arena Hofstade, Zemst!
- Manpreet Sandhu – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 118.0 – OST
- Abdul Muhammad – Batsman – Avg. Points: 75.0 – OST
- Faisal Khaliq – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 53.0 – OST
- Mustafa Mamond – Batsman – Avg. Points: 51.0 – LST
- Rafiulah Alokozai – Bowler – Avg. Points: 51.0 – OST
- Zulqarnain Tasawar – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 43.0 – OST
- Sai Teepi – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 41.0 – OST
- Muhammad Muneeb – Batsman – Avg. Points: 27.0 – LST
- Waqas Raja – Batsman – Avg. Points: 24.0 – OST
- Afzal Safi – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 23.0 – LST
- Sheraz Sheikh – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 19.0 – OST
Number of players from each team:
- Ostend Tigers (OST): 8
- Liege Stallions (LST): 3
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- All Rounder: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 3
- Bowler: 1
