ECS Bulgaria, 2025 – Finals Match Day 1, Match 31 (Eliminator): BCC Spartan (BCCS) vs BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO) – Pre-Match Analysis
Event: ECS Bulgaria, 2025
Match: BCC Spartan (BCCS) vs BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)
Match Number: 31 (Eliminator)
Date: 6th July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local Time | 10:15 IST
Venue: Vasil Levski National Sports Academy
Format: T10
Toss: BCC Spartan won the toss and elected to bat
Match Type: Eliminator
Spotlight: Predicted Standout Performers
- Most 6s:Raghav Grover (BCCS) – An astonishing career average of 7 sixes per match.
- Most Runs:Raghav Grover (BCCS) – Career average of 53 runs per match.
- Most Wickets:Ali Rasool (BCCS) – Highest career bowling fantasy points and a proven wicket-taker.
- Match MVP:Raghav Grover (BCCS) – A staggering 133 average fantasy points per match.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
BCC Spartan (BCCS)
- Matches Played: 31
- Matches Won: 24
- Win Percentage: 77.4%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Raghav Grover (133 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Raghav Grover (133 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Raghav Grover (28 sixes in 4 matches, 7 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Ali Rasool (1502 bowling fantasy points, 55 matches)
BCC Spartan have been the dominant force this season, boasting a remarkable win percentage and a squad brimming with all-round talent. Their batting firepower and bowling depth make them favorites in this high-stakes Eliminator.
BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)
- Matches Played: 35
- Matches Won: 14
- Win Percentage: 40%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Mani Parigi (78 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Mani Parigi (78 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Mohammad Sufyan (28 sixes in 28 matches, 1 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Faizan Rehman (568 bowling fantasy points, 28 matches)
Plovdiv have shown flashes of brilliance and will look to their all-rounders and experienced campaigners to upset the odds and book a place in the next round.
Player Highlights
BCC Spartan (BCCS)
Raghav Grover – All Rounder
With only 4 matches under their belt, Raghav Grover has already redefined impact. Averaging a jaw-dropping 133 fantasy points per match, Grover has smashed 28 sixes and scored 2 centuries, including a top score of 109. Their all-round prowess is further underlined by 2 Player of the Match awards and a 0.5 award ratio. Grover’s ability to clear the ropes and anchor the innings makes them the most dangerous batter in this contest.
Ali Rasool – Bowler
A veteran with 55 matches, Ali Rasool is the backbone of BCCS’s bowling attack. With 1502 career bowling fantasy points and a best of 134 in a single match, Rasool’s consistency is unmatched. Four Player of the Match awards and a 0.07 award ratio highlight their match-winning potential. Rasool’s knack for breakthroughs will be crucial in the T10 format.
Kushaal Krishnakumar – Wicket Keeper
Krishnakumar brings a wealth of experience with 41 matches and 2016 career fantasy points. Their batting is explosive, with 80 sixes and 2 centuries, and they average 49 fantasy points per match. Five Player of the Match awards (0.12 ratio) and sharp glovework (7 catches, 2 stumpings) make them a dual threat.
Chris Lakov – All Rounder
With 74 matches, Lakov is a seasoned campaigner. They have amassed 3848 career fantasy points, 38 sixes, and 7 fifties. Averaging 52 fantasy points per match, Lakov’s all-round contributions with both bat and ball (1054 bowling fantasy points) make them a reliable pick for any fantasy lineup.
BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)
Mani Parigi – All Rounder
Parigi has been a revelation, averaging 78 fantasy points per match in 10 games. With 19 sixes and 17 fours, Parigi’s aggressive batting is complemented by 238 bowling fantasy points. Their all-round skills and a Player of the Match award (0.1 ratio) make them a key player for PLO.
Mohammad Sufyan – Batsman (Captain)
Sufyan leads from the front, with 1547 career fantasy points and 4 Player of the Match awards (0.14 ratio). Their 28 sixes and 2 fifties highlight their batting prowess, while 306 bowling fantasy points add to their all-round value. Sufyan’s leadership and form (79 avg. fantasy points in the event) will be vital.
Faizan Rehman – Bowler
Rehman is PLO’s leading wicket-taker, with 568 bowling fantasy points and a best of 134 in a match. Their all-round ability is evident with 7 sixes and 132 batting fantasy points. Rehman’s knack for big performances (1 Player of the Match award) could tilt the balance.
Yash Sanghani – All Rounder
Sanghani has made an immediate impact, averaging 54 fantasy points per match in 10 games. With 20 sixes and 17 fours, Sanghani’s aggressive approach can change the game in a few overs. Their fielding (2 catches) and all-round skills make them a player to watch.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Raghav Grover (BCCS) vs Faizan Rehman (PLO):
Grover’s explosive batting (53 runs per match, 7 sixes per match) will be tested by Rehman’s experience and 568 career bowling fantasy points. This duel could define the powerplay.Kushaal Krishnakumar (BCCS) vs Mohammad Sufyan (PLO):
Both are high-impact players with over 1500 career fantasy points. Krishnakumar’s consistency with the bat and gloves will be up against Sufyan’s all-round leadership.Ali Rasool (BCCS) vs Mani Parigi (PLO):
Rasool’s bowling (27 avg. bowling fantasy points per match) against Parigi’s aggressive batting (19 sixes in 10 matches) is a classic contest of skill and temperament.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Raghav Grover (BCCS): Unmatched fantasy average, six-hitting ability, and all-round impact.
- Mani Parigi (PLO): Consistent all-rounder, high fantasy returns, and reliable in both departments.
Bold Picks:
- Ali Rasool (BCCS): Can run through lineups and deliver big fantasy hauls.
- Mohammad Sufyan (PLO): Proven match-winner with both bat and ball, and a high Player of the Match ratio.
Insights & Key Matchups
Game-Changers:
- Raghav Grover is the clear X-factor, capable of single-handedly swinging the match with the bat.
- Ali Rasool and Faizan Rehman will be the bowlers to watch, especially in the death overs.
- Mani Parigi and Mohammad Sufyan offer all-round value and can turn the tide with a quick cameo or a crucial wicket.
Fantasy Focus:
- Stack your fantasy teams with all-rounders and power-hitters, as the T10 format rewards explosive performances.
- Fielders like Adrian Dunbar (BCCS) and Rudra Shah (PLO) can provide valuable points with catches and stumpings.
Conclusion
The Eliminator of ECS Bulgaria, 2025 promises high-octane action as BCC Spartan and BCC/MUS Plovdiv battle for survival. With star performers on both sides and the unpredictability of T10 cricket, expect fireworks at Vasil Levski National Sports Academy. Will BCCS’s dominance continue, or can PLO script an upset? Tune in at 08:45 local time (10:15 IST) for a contest packed with talent, drama, and game-changing moments.
Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis on the official ECS Bulgaria website!
- Raghav Grover – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 133.0 – BCC Spartan
- Mani Parigi – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 78.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
- Sidharth Nair – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 62.0 – BCC Spartan
- Yash Sanghani – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 54.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
- Mohammad Sufyan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 55.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
- Chris Lakov – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 52.0 – BCC Spartan
- Kushaal Krishnakumar – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 49.0 – BCC Spartan
- Agagyul Ahmadhel – Batsman – Avg. Points: 42.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
- Jakob Gul – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 38.0 – BCC Spartan
- Adrian Dunbar – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 37.0 – BCC Spartan
- Ali Rasool – Bowler – Avg. Points: 37.0 – BCC Spartan
Number of players in the list from each team:
- BCC Spartan: 7
- BCC / MUS Plovdiv: 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 4
- Wicket Keeper: 3
- Batsman: 2
- Bowler: 1
- (Note: One player, Ali Rasool, is a bowler.)
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