ECS Croatia, 2025: Zagreb Sokol (ZAS) vs Rijeka Markhors (RJM) – Match 4 Preview
Event: ECS Croatia, 2025
Match: Zagreb Sokol (ZAS) vs Rijeka Markhors (RJM), Single Group Match Day 1, Match 4
Date: 11 August 2025
Start Time: 14:45 Local Time | 17:15 IST
Venue: Mladost Cricket Ground, Zagreb
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Rijeka Markhors won the toss and elected to bat
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
- Most 6s Prediction: Anil Kumar (RJM) – 2.0 sixes per match (career)
- Most Runs Prediction: Anil Kumar (RJM) – 20.0 runs per match (career)
- Most Wickets Prediction: Jatinder Vashisht (RJM) – 1.0 wicket per match (career)
- Match MVP Prediction: Jatinder Vashisht (RJM) – 87.0 average fantasy points per match (career)
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Zagreb Sokol (ZAS)
- Matches Played: 61
- Matches Won: 35
- Win Percentage: 57.4%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg Fantasy Points): Saghar Manzoor (40.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg Fantasy Points): Rashid Hashmi (57.0)
- Batter with Most Career Sixes: Saghar Manzoor (61)
- Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Aman Chaubey (3 wickets in a match, 1 three-wicket match)
Rijeka Markhors (RJM)
- Matches Played: 1
- Matches Won: 1
- Win Percentage: 100%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg Fantasy Points): Jatinder Vashisht (87.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg Fantasy Points): Jatinder Vashisht (135.0)
- Batter with Most Career Sixes: Anil Kumar (38)
- Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Jatinder Vashisht (4 wickets in a match, 2 four-wicket matches)
Player Highlights
Zagreb Sokol (ZAS)
1. Saghar Manzoor – Batsman
A stalwart for ZAS, Saghar Manzoor boasts an impressive 2053 career fantasy points and a career average of 40.0 fantasy points per match. With 61 sixes and 82 fours, Manzoor is the side’s most prolific boundary-hitter. His top score of 71 and three career fifties underline his consistency. Five Player of the Match awards (9.8% award ratio) further cement his status as a match-winner.
2. Rashid Hashmi – Wicket-Keeper
Hashmi is a fantasy powerhouse, with 1923 career points and a stellar 36.0 average per match. In the current event, he’s elevated his game, averaging 57.0 points per match. With 48 sixes, 59 fours, and 24 career catches, Hashmi is a dual threat with both bat and gloves. Six Player of the Match awards (11.1% ratio) highlight his ability to turn games.
3. Aman Chaubey – All-Rounder
Aman Chaubey’s all-round skills have netted him 1933 career fantasy points (39.0 per match). He’s contributed 517 batting points and 1130 bowling points, with a career-best 141 points in a single match. His ability to take wickets (3 in a match, once) and hit 25 sixes makes him a valuable asset.
4. Sakib Hossen – All-Rounder
With 1144 career fantasy points and a 60.0 average per match, Hossen is a high-impact player. He’s hit 26 sixes and 33 fours, and his all-round contributions are reflected in his 732 batting and 292 bowling fantasy points. His best bowling performance is a three-wicket haul.
Rijeka Markhors (RJM)
1. Jatinder Vashisht – All-Rounder
Vashisht is RJM’s trump card, with a staggering 1136 career fantasy points from just 13 matches (87.0 per match). In the current event, he’s already amassed 270 points (135.0 per match). With 16 sixes, 13 fours, and a top score of 56, he’s a dynamic batter. His bowling is equally potent, with a best of 4 wickets in a match and two four-wicket hauls. He’s also claimed a Player of the Match award (7.7% ratio).
2. Anil Kumar – Batsman
Anil Kumar is RJM’s six-hitting machine, with 38 career sixes and a career average of 43.0 batting fantasy points per match. He’s scored two fifties, with a top score of 78 and a highest single-match fantasy haul of 221. With two Player of the Match awards (10.5% ratio), Kumar is a proven match-winner.
3. Wasal Kamal – All-Rounder (Captain)
Kamal brings balance to the side, with 737 career fantasy points (27.0 per match) and 113 points in the current event. He’s hit 16 sixes and taken two three-wicket hauls, with a best bowling performance of 3 wickets in a match. His all-round ability makes him a key figure.
4. Sahil Lal – Batsman
Lal’s 686 career fantasy points (30.0 per match) and 20 sixes make him a dangerous batter. He’s scored a fifty and has a top score of 80. With two Player of the Match awards (8.7% ratio), Lal is capable of big performances on the big stage.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler
- Saghar Manzoor (ZAS): 61 sixes, 17.0 runs per match, 40.0 fantasy points per match
- Jatinder Vashisht (RJM): 1.0 wicket per match, 53.0 bowling fantasy points per match, 16 sixes
Sixes Showdown
- Anil Kumar (RJM): 38 sixes, 20.0 runs per match, 43.0 batting fantasy points per match
- Saghar Manzoor (ZAS): 61 sixes, 17.0 runs per match, 35.0 batting fantasy points per match
All-Rounder Impact
- Aman Chaubey (ZAS): 39.0 fantasy points per match, 25 sixes, 1130 bowling points
- Wasal Kamal (RJM): 27.0 fantasy points per match, 16 sixes, 348 bowling points
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Jatinder Vashisht (RJM): Highest career and event fantasy averages, consistent all-rounder.
- Saghar Manzoor (ZAS): Proven run-scorer and six-hitter, high fantasy ceiling.
Bold Picks:
- Anil Kumar (RJM): Explosive batter, capable of match-winning knocks.
- Aman Chaubey (ZAS): All-rounder with the ability to contribute in all departments.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Jatinder Vashisht is the player to watch, with a rare combination of batting and bowling dominance, and a record-breaking 270 fantasy points in the current event.
- Anil Kumar’s six-hitting prowess could be the difference in a T10 format, especially if he gets going early.
- Saghar Manzoor and Rashid Hashmi provide ZAS with a formidable top order, both capable of big scores and fantasy hauls.
- Wasal Kamal and Sahil Lal add depth to RJM, ensuring the team is not reliant on just one or two stars.
Fantasy managers should keep a close eye on the all-rounders, as their dual contributions can swing both the match and fantasy contests. The battle between ZAS’s experienced core and RJM’s explosive newcomers promises a thrilling contest at Mladost Cricket Ground.
Don’t miss the action as ZAS and RJM clash in what promises to be a high-octane T10 encounter, with fantasy points and tournament momentum on the line!
- Jatinder Vashisht – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 87.0 – RMK
- Anil Kumar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 64.0 – RMK
- Sakib Hossen – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 60.0 – ZAS
- Gurpreet Singh – Batsman – Avg. Points: 42.0 – ZAS
- Aman Chaubey – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 39.0 – ZAS
- Rashid Hashmi – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 36.0 – ZAS
- Usama Haider – Batsman – Avg. Points: 32.0 – ZAS
- Sahil Lal – Batsman – Avg. Points: 30.0 – RMK
- Saghar Manzoor – Batsman – Avg. Points: 40.0 – ZAS
- Wasal Kamal – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 27.0 – RMK
- Sukhwinder Pal – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 27.0 – RMK
Number of players in the list from each team:
- Zagreb Sokol (ZAS): 6
- Rijeka Markhors (RMK): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- All-Rounder: 6
- Wicket-Keeper: 1
- Bowler: 0
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