ECS Bulgaria, 2025 – Group A Match Day 6, Match 29: Sofia Stars (SFS) vs BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO) – Pre-Match Analysis

Event: ECS Bulgaria, 2025
Match: Group A Match Day 6, Match 29 – Sofia Stars (SFS) vs BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)
Date: 5th July 2025
Start Time: 14:45 Local Time | 16:15 IST
Venue: Vasil Levski National Sports Academy
Format: T10
Toss: BCC/MUS Plovdiv have won the toss and elected to field first.

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most 6s:Murad Khan (SFS) – Career average of 2 sixes per match, the highest among all players.
  • Most Runs:Murad Khan (SFS) – Career average of 35 runs per match, leading the charts.
  • Most Wickets:Gagandeep Singh (SFS) – While no player averages more than 0 wickets per match, Gagandeep Singh’s 5 career three-wicket hauls and 1970 bowling fantasy points make them the most likely wicket-taker.
  • Match MVP:Murad Khan (SFS) – A staggering 114 average fantasy points per match over their career.

Team Introductions

Sofia Stars (SFS)

  • Matches Played: 29
  • Matches Won: 23
  • Win Percentage: 79.3%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Murad Khan (114 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Murad Khan (114 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Bakhtiar Tahiri (60 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Gagandeep Singh (1970 career bowling fantasy points, 5 three-wicket matches)

The Sofia Stars have been the dominant force in Group A, boasting an impressive win percentage and a squad brimming with match-winners. Their blend of explosive batting and incisive bowling makes them the team to beat.

BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)

  • Matches Played: 33
  • Matches Won: 14
  • Win Percentage: 42.4%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Mani Parigi (81 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Mohammad Sufyan (86 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Agagyul Ahmadhel (53 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Faizan Rehman (570 career bowling fantasy points, 4 wickets in a match best)

BCC/MUS Plovdiv have shown flashes of brilliance and will look to their all-rounders and experienced campaigners to challenge the high-flying Stars.

Player Highlights

Sofia Stars (SFS)

Murad Khan – Batsman

Murad Khan is the undisputed fantasy and statistical juggernaut of this contest. With a career average of 114 fantasy points per match and 81 average batting fantasy points, Khan has notched up 3 fifties in just 9 matches, hitting 23 sixes and 39 fours. Their ability to clear the ropes and anchor the innings makes them the most dangerous batter on either side. With 3 Player of the Match awards and a remarkable 0.33 award ratio, Khan is a proven match-winner.

Shivam Mishra – Batsman

Shivam Mishra brings consistency and flair, averaging 69 fantasy points per match over their career and 72 in the current event. With 2 fifties and 20 sixes in 12 matches, Mishra is a reliable top-order presence. Their 3 Player of the Match awards (0.25 ratio) underline their ability to step up in big moments.

Prakash Mishra – All Rounder, Captain

The experienced Prakash Mishra is the backbone of the Stars, with 4112 career fantasy points and 9 Player of the Match awards. Averaging 45 fantasy points per match, Mishra’s all-round contributions (1537 batting, 2153 bowling fantasy points) and leadership are invaluable. Their 5 three-wicket hauls and 1 four-wicket match highlight their bowling prowess.

Bakhtiar Tahiri – Batsman, Wicket Keeper

Tahiri is a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter with 2992 career fantasy points and 7 Player of the Match awards (0.18 ratio). With 60 sixes and 85 fours, Tahiri is a boundary-hitting machine. Their 8 fifties in 38 matches and 48 average batting fantasy points per match make them a key player to watch.

BCC/MUS Plovdiv (PLO)

Mani Parigi – All Rounder

Mani Parigi stands out with an 81 average fantasy points per match, underlining their all-round value. With 15 sixes and 14 fours in just 8 matches, Parigi is a powerful striker. Their 371 batting and 222 bowling fantasy points, along with a Player of the Match award, make them a genuine game-changer.

Mohammad Sufyan – Batsman, Captain

Sufyan is the engine of the Plovdiv lineup, averaging 56 fantasy points per match over their career and 86 in the current event. With 24 sixes, 61 fours, and 2 fifties in 26 matches, Sufyan is a consistent run-getter. Their 4 Player of the Match awards (0.15 ratio) reflect their match-winning ability.

Agagyul Ahmadhel – Batsman

Ahmadhel is the team’s leading six-hitter with 53 career maximums and 1377 batting fantasy points. With 3 Player of the Match awards and a top score of 52, Ahmadhel’s experience and power-hitting will be crucial for Plovdiv’s fortunes.

Faizan Rehman – Bowler

Rehman is Plovdiv’s most prolific wicket-taker, with 570 bowling fantasy points and a best of 4 wickets in a match. Their 28 average fantasy points per match and a Player of the Match award highlight their impact with the ball.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Murad Khan (SFS) vs Faizan Rehman (PLO):
    • Khan’s 35 runs per match and 2 sixes per match will be tested by Rehman’s ability to strike with the ball (4 wickets in a match best, 22 average bowling fantasy points).
  • Shivam Mishra (SFS) vs Mohammad Sufyan (PLO):
    • Both are high-impact batters, with Mishra averaging 20 runs and 1 six per match, while Sufyan brings 18 runs per match and 24 sixes in 26 matches.
  • Gagandeep Singh (SFS) vs Agagyul Ahmadhel (PLO):
    • Singh’s 1970 bowling fantasy points and 5 three-wicket hauls will be up against Ahmadhel’s 53 sixes and 1377 batting fantasy points.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Murad Khan (SFS): Highest average fantasy points, most sixes, and runs per match.
  • Shivam Mishra (SFS): Consistent fantasy performer, high ceiling.

Bold Picks:

  • Mani Parigi (PLO): All-rounder with high impact in both departments.
  • Bakhtiar Tahiri (SFS): Explosive wicketkeeper-batter with a history of big scores.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Murad Khan is the clear fantasy and statistical favorite, with the ability to dominate with the bat and contribute in the field.
  • Mani Parigi and Mohammad Sufyan are Plovdiv’s best hopes to counter the Stars’ firepower, especially if they can strike early with the ball or accelerate with the bat.
  • Gagandeep Singh and Prakash Mishra provide the Stars with a potent bowling attack, capable of breaking partnerships and controlling the run rate.
  • Bakhtiar Tahiri and Shivam Mishra add depth and explosiveness to the Stars’ batting, making them a formidable unit.

Conclusion:
With Sofia Stars’ dominant record and a squad full of in-form, high-impact players, they enter Match 29 as favorites. However, BCC/MUS Plovdiv’s all-rounders and experienced campaigners have the potential to turn the tables in the T10 format, where momentum can shift in a matter of overs. Expect fireworks at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy as both teams vie for crucial Group A points.

  1. Murad Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 114.0 – Sofia Stars
  2. Mani Parigi – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 81.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
  3. Bakhtiar Tahiri – Batsman – Avg. Points: 79.0 – Sofia Stars
  4. Shivam Mishra – Batsman – Avg. Points: 69.0 – Sofia Stars
  5. Mohammad Sufyan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 56.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
  6. Yash Sanghani – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 52.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
  7. Prakash Mishra – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – Sofia Stars
  8. Agagyul Ahmadhel – Batsman – Avg. Points: 42.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
  9. Kanishk Maherey – Bowler – Avg. Points: 37.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv
  10. Gagandeep Singh – Bowler – Avg. Points: 36.0 – Sofia Stars
  11. Abhinav Shanmukham – Bowler – Avg. Points: 32.0 – BCC / MUS Plovdiv

Number of players in the list from each team:

  • Sofia Stars: 5
  • BCC / MUS Plovdiv: 6

Number of players from each skill type:

  • Batsman: 4
  • All Rounder: 3
  • Bowler: 3
  • Wicket Keeper: 0

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