ECS Bulgaria, 2025: Sofia Stars (SFS) vs BSCU All Stars (BAS) – Group A, Match Day 2, Match 6 – Preview
Event: ECS Bulgaria, 2025
Match: Sofia Stars (SFS) vs BSCU All Stars (BAS), Group A Match Day 2, Match 6
Date: 1 July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local Time | 10:15 IST
Venue: Vasil Levski National Sports Academy
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: BSCU All Stars won the toss and elected to field
Spotlight on Standout Players
- Most 6s Prediction:Shivam Mishra (SFS) – With a career average of 1.0 sixes per match, Mishra stands out as the most likely to clear the ropes.
- Most Runs Prediction:Shivam Mishra (SFS) – Averaging 11 runs per match, he leads the run-scoring charts among available data.
- Most Wickets Prediction:Shivam Mishra (SFS) – With a career average of 1.0 wickets per match, he is the leading wicket-taker on current form.
- Match MVP Prediction:Prakash Mishra (SFS) – Boasting an impressive 43.0 average fantasy points per match over his career, he is the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Introductions
Sofia Stars (SFS)
- Matches Played: 20
- Matches Won: 14
- Win Percentage: 70%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Prakash Mishra (43.0 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Data not available
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Prakash Mishra (47 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Prakash Mishra (most wickets in a match: 4; 3 three-wicket hauls, 1 four-wicket haul)
BSCU All Stars (BAS)
- Matches Played: 15
- Matches Won: 8
- Win Percentage: 53.3%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Akshay Harikumar (28.0 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Data not available
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Nithin Sunil (14 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Albin Jacob (most wickets in a match: 4; 1 four-wicket haul)
Player Highlights
Sofia Stars (SFS)
Prakash Mishra – All Rounder
A true leader and the captain of SFS, Prakash Mishra is the heartbeat of the team. With 83 matches under their belt, Mishra has accumulated a staggering 3,600 career fantasy points, averaging 43.0 per match. Their all-round prowess is evident: 1,422 batting fantasy points, 1,792 bowling points, and 106 fielding points. Mishra has 9 Player of the Match awards (10.8% of matches), underlining their match-winning ability. With 47 career sixes and a top score of 73, Mishra is a threat with both bat and ball.
Gagandeep Singh – Bowler
A seasoned campaigner with 70 matches, Singh has amassed 2,465 fantasy points (35.0 per match). Their bowling is their main weapon, with 1,660 fantasy points and five three-wicket hauls. Singh has also contributed with the bat, hitting 20 sixes and a top score of 75. With two Player of the Match awards, Singh is a proven performer in high-pressure situations.
Shivam Mishra – Batsman
Despite only 3 matches, Shivam Mishra has made a big impact, averaging 59.0 fantasy points per match. With 3 sixes (1.0 per match) and 71 batting fantasy points, Mishra is the most explosive batter in the lineup. Their all-round skills are highlighted by 87 bowling fantasy points and a best of 63 in a match, making them a genuine game-changer.
Oscar Duff – All Rounder
Duff brings balance to the side, with 24 matches and 862 career fantasy points (36.0 per match). Their contributions are split between bat (269 points) and ball (477 points), and they have a Player of the Match award to their name. Duff’s consistency and ability to contribute in all departments make them a valuable asset.
BSCU All Stars (BAS)
Akshay Harikumar – All Rounder (Captain)
Harikumar leads BAS with 32 matches and 903 career fantasy points (28.0 per match). Their all-round ability is reflected in 429 batting points and 386 bowling points, with a top score of 39 and a best bowling haul of 3 wickets in a match. With two Player of the Match awards, Harikumar is a reliable performer and a key to BAS’s fortunes.
Nithin Sunil – Wicket Keeper
With 41 matches, Sunil has 607 fantasy points (15.0 per match), 397 of which come from batting. Sunil is the team’s leading six-hitter (14 career sixes) and has also contributed 106 fielding points, including 5 stumpings. Their ability to impact the game with both bat and gloves makes them a player to watch.
Albin Jacob – Wicket Keeper
Jacob has played 36 matches, scoring 775 fantasy points (22.0 per match). While their batting numbers are modest, Jacob’s bowling (556 points, best of 4 wickets in a match) and fielding (60 points) make them a valuable all-round contributor. Jacob has also earned a Player of the Match award.
Jerin Jose – Bowler
Jose, with 15 matches, has 45 fantasy points (3.0 per match), with a best bowling performance of 1 wicket in a match. While not the most prolific, Jose’s ability to deliver in key moments is reflected in their Player of the Match award.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
- Best Batter vs Best Bowler
- Shivam Mishra (SFS) vs Albin Jacob (BAS): Mishra’s aggressive batting (1.0 sixes/match, 11.0 runs/match) will be tested by Jacob’s bowling, who has a best of 4 wickets in a match and 556 career bowling fantasy points.
- All-Rounder Showdown
- Prakash Mishra (SFS) vs Akshay Harikumar (BAS): Both captains are the top fantasy performers for their teams, with Mishra’s 43.0 and Harikumar’s 28.0 average points per match. Their all-round skills could decide the match.
- Wicket Keeper Impact
- Suraj Negi (SFS) vs Nithin Sunil (BAS): Both keepers are strong in the field, with Negi having 10 catches and 3 stumpings, and Sunil with 5 catches and 5 stumpings.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
- Safe Captain Pick:Prakash Mishra (SFS) – Consistent all-rounder, high fantasy average, and proven match-winner.
- Safe Vice-Captain Pick:Gagandeep Singh (SFS) – Reliable bowler with the ability to contribute with the bat.
- Bold Captain Pick:Shivam Mishra (SFS) – High ceiling, explosive with both bat and ball, but with a small sample size.
- Bold Vice-Captain Pick:Akshay Harikumar (BAS) – All-rounder and captain, can deliver in both departments.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Prakash Mishra is the most complete player on show, with the ability to turn the match with bat, ball, or in the field.
- Shivam Mishra could be the X-factor, especially if they get going early with the bat.
- For BAS, Akshay Harikumar and Nithin Sunil will be crucial, especially if they can break through the SFS top order or provide quick runs in the powerplay.
Fantasy Focus:
- All-rounders dominate the fantasy landscape in this match, with both teams relying on multi-skilled players.
- Wicket keepers from both sides offer additional value with their fielding contributions.
Conclusion
With both teams boasting strong all-rounders and explosive batters, ECS Bulgaria, 2025 Group A Match Day 2 Match 6 promises to be a high-octane T10 contest. Sofia Stars enter as favorites on the back of their superior win percentage and the presence of star performers like Prakash Mishra and Shivam Mishra. However, BSCU All Stars, having won the toss and chosen to field, will look to leverage their bowling strength and the leadership of Akshay Harikumar to upset the odds.
Stay tuned for a thrilling encounter at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy as these two sides battle for supremacy in Group A!
- Shivam Mishra – Batsman – Avg. Points: 59.0 – Sofia Stars
- Prakash Mishra – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 43.0 – Sofia Stars
- Oscar Duff – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – Sofia Stars
- Gagandeep Singh – Bowler – Avg. Points: 35.0 – Sofia Stars
- Sahil Kumar – Bowler – Avg. Points: 30.0 – Sofia Stars
- Akshay Harikumar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 28.0 – BSCU All Stars
- Albin Jacob – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 22.0 – BSCU All Stars
- Nithin Sunil – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 15.0 – BSCU All Stars
- Suraj Negi – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 9.0 – Sofia Stars
- Rakesh Yadav – Bowler – Avg. Points: 6.0 – Sofia Stars
- Jihad Hossain – Batsman – Avg. Points: 4.0 – Sofia Stars
Number of players from each team:
- Sofia Stars: 8
- BSCU All Stars: 3
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 3
- Bowler: 3
- Batsman: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 3
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