ECS Bulgaria, 2025 – Group A, Match Day 6, Match 26: TRK vs SFS – Pre-Match Analysis

Event: ECS Bulgaria, 2025
Match: CC Yullis / MU Trakia (TRK) vs Sofia Stars (SFS)
Match Number: 26 (Group A, Match Day 6)
Date: 5th July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local Time | 10:15 IST
Venue: Vasil Levski National Sports Academy
Format: T10
Toss: Sofia Stars won the toss and elected to field
Match Type: Group Match

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most 6s:

    • Zaid Soulat (TRK) and Murad Khan (SFS) both average 2 sixes per match in their careers, making them the leading contenders to clear the ropes most frequently.

  • Most Runs:

    • Murad Khan (SFS) leads with a career average of 30 runs per match, closely followed by Zaid Soulat (TRK) at 27.

  • Most Wickets:

    • While no player in this match has a significant average wickets per match, Sanchit Saini (TRK) stands out with a five-wicket haul in a single match, and Dave Patel (TRK) has a four-wicket match to their name.

  • Match MVP:

    • Zaid Soulat (TRK) boasts the highest average fantasy points per match over their career (66), with Murad Khan (SFS) (100) and Shivam Mishra (SFS) (73) also in the mix.

Team Introductions

Sofia Stars (SFS)

  • Team Colours: Black
  • Matches Played: 28
  • Matches Won: 22
  • Win Percentage: 78.6%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Murad Khan (100 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Murad Khan (100 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Murad Khan (18 sixes in 8 matches, 2 per match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Gagandeep Singh (5 three-wicket matches, 78 matches)

CC Yullis / MU Trakia (TRK)

  • Team Colours: Dark Blue & Light Blue
  • Matches Played: 21
  • Matches Won: 3
  • Win Percentage: 14.3%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Zaid Soulat (66 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Zaid Soulat (99 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Zaid Soulat (60 sixes in 29 matches, 2 per match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Sanchit Saini (5 wickets in a match, 421 bowling fantasy points)

Player Highlights

Sofia Stars (SFS)

Murad Khan – Batter

Murad Khan has been a revelation for SFS, amassing 803 fantasy points in just 8 matches, averaging a staggering 100 per match. With 18 sixes and 29 fours in this event alone, Murad is the most explosive batter in the lineup. Their two fifties in the current event and a top score of 95 highlight their consistency and match-winning ability. With a Player of the Match award ratio of 0.25, Murad is a proven game-changer.

Shivam Mishra – Batter

Shivam Mishra’s impact is immediate and profound: 798 career fantasy points in 11 matches (73 per match), with 20 sixes and 25 fours. Shivam has three Player of the Match awards (27% of matches), underlining their ability to deliver under pressure. With two fifties in the current event and a top score of 97, Shivam is a key pillar in the SFS batting order.

Prakash Mishra – All Rounder, Captain

The experienced captain, Prakash Mishra, brings balance and leadership. With 4066 career fantasy points in 91 matches (45 per match), Prakash is a reliable all-rounder. Their 78 career fours, 53 sixes, and 3 fifties are complemented by 2111 bowling fantasy points and 5 three-wicket hauls. Nine Player of the Match awards (10% of matches) make Prakash a perennial threat.

Gagandeep Singh – Bowler

Gagandeep Singh is the bowling spearhead, with 2759 career fantasy points (35 per match) and 1901 bowling fantasy points. Five three-wicket hauls in 78 matches and a highest bowling fantasy score of 113 show Gagandeep’s ability to break partnerships and control the game.

CC Yullis / MU Trakia (TRK)

Zaid Soulat – Wicket Keeper

Zaid Soulat is the heartbeat of TRK, with 1919 career fantasy points in 29 matches (66 per match) and an impressive 99 per match in the current event. Zaid’s 60 sixes and 80 fours, along with a century and four fifties, make them the most dangerous batter in the TRK lineup. With four Player of the Match awards (14% of matches), Zaid is a proven match-winner.

Waleed Khan – Bowler, Captain

Waleed Khan leads from the front, with 1049 career fantasy points (39 per match) and 388 in the current event (49 per match). Waleed’s 20 sixes and 19 fours, along with 432 bowling fantasy points, make them a genuine all-round threat. Their leadership and ability to contribute in all departments are vital for TRK.

Sanchit Saini – Batter

Sanchit Saini is a dynamic presence, with 848 career fantasy points (57 per match) and 280 in the current event (35 per match). Sanchit’s 30 fours and a five-wicket haul in a single match highlight their all-round capabilities. With a Player of the Match award to their name, Sanchit is a player to watch.

Abbas Zaidi – Bowler

Abbas Zaidi brings balance to the TRK attack, with 543 career fantasy points (27 per match) and 284 in the current event (41 per match). With 9 sixes and 15 fours, Abbas can contribute with the bat, but their 175 bowling fantasy points and consistent performances make them a key bowler.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Murad Khan (SFS) vs Zaid Soulat (TRK):
    Both average 2 sixes per match and are the leading run-scorers for their teams. Murad edges ahead with a higher average runs per match (30 vs 27) and a higher event fantasy average (100 vs 99).

  • Gagandeep Singh (SFS) vs Sanchit Saini (TRK):
    Gagandeep has more experience and five three-wicket hauls, while Sanchit has a five-wicket match and a higher bowling fantasy points per match (28 vs 24). This battle could decide the middle overs.

  • Shivam Mishra (SFS) vs Waleed Khan (TRK):
    Both are explosive with the bat and have high fantasy averages (73 vs 39). Waleed’s all-round skills add depth, but Shivam’s consistency and Player of the Match ratio (27%) make them a high-impact player.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Murad Khan (SFS): Consistent high fantasy returns, top six-hitter, and run-scorer.
  • Zaid Soulat (TRK): All-round fantasy machine, capable of big scores and sixes.

Bold Choices:

  • Shivam Mishra (SFS): High ceiling, multiple Player of the Match awards.
  • Waleed Khan (TRK): All-rounder with the ability to contribute in all facets.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Murad Khan and Zaid Soulat are the most likely to dominate with the bat, both capable of clearing the ropes and anchoring their teams’ innings.
  • Gagandeep Singh and Sanchit Saini will be crucial with the ball, especially in the powerplay and death overs.
  • Shivam Mishra is a potential X-factor, with the ability to turn the game with a quickfire knock or a crucial fielding effort.
  • Prakash Mishra’s all-round skills and leadership could be the difference in a tight contest.

Sofia Stars enter as favourites with a formidable win percentage and a deep, in-form squad. However, CC Yullis / MU Trakia have match-winners in Zaid Soulat and Waleed Khan, and if their key players fire, an upset is possible.

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