ECS Czechia, Premier, 2025 – Qualifier 2: Prague CC (PCC) vs Brno (BRN)
Match Day 1, Match 18 | 22 June 2025 | Vinor Cricket Ground, Prague
Start Time: 13:45 Local | 16:15 IST | Format: T10
Toss: Prague CC won the toss and elected to field
The Stage is Set: Qualifier 2 Showdown
The ECS Czechia, Premier, 2025 has reached a fever pitch as Prague CC (PCC) and Brno (BRN) lock horns in Qualifier 2 at the iconic Vinor Cricket Ground. With a place in the grand finale at stake, both teams will be eager to bring their best to this high-octane T10 encounter. The match kicks off at 13:45 local time (16:15 IST), promising a thrilling afternoon of cricketing action.
Prague CC, having won the toss, has opted to field first—a decision that could prove pivotal given the pressure of knockout cricket and the dynamic nature of the T10 format.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most 6s:
Aditya Khatiwala (PCC) and Pankaj Bhagat (BRN) both boast a career average of 1 six per match, but Khatiwala’s recent form (14 sixes in the current event) gives them the edge.Most Runs:
Aditya Khatiwala (PCC) leads with a career average of 22 runs per match, closely followed by Mohammad Ratul (BRN) at 21 and Noor Khanday (BRN) at 20.Most Wickets:
While no player averages more than 0 wickets per match, Mahtab Khan (BRN) and Naveed Ahmed (BRN) have shown wicket-taking ability, with Ahmed’s 4-wicket haul in a match being the best among both squads.Match MVP:
Mohammad Ratul (BRN) stands out with a stellar average of 54 fantasy points per match over their career, and an even more impressive 105 per match in the current event.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Prague CC (PCC)
- Matches Played: 56 | Wins: 44 | Win %: 78.6%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Aditya Khatiwala (55 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Aditya Khatiwala (76 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Ritik Tomar (105 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Sameera Waththage (most wickets in a match: 3; 2 three-wicket hauls)
Brno (BRN)
- Matches Played: 50 | Wins: 24 | Win %: 48%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Mohammad Ratul (54 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Mohammad Ratul (105 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Mohammad Ratul (68 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Naveed Ahmed (most wickets in a match: 4; 2 three-wicket and 1 four-wicket haul)
Player Highlights
Prague CC (PCC)
Aditya Khatiwala – Wicket Keeper
With a career average of 55 fantasy points per match and a staggering 76 per match in the current event, Khatiwala is the heartbeat of PCC’s batting. Their 44 career sixes and 38 fours, including 14 sixes in this event alone, make them the most explosive batter on either side. Khatiwala’s consistency is further underlined by 6 career fifties and a top score of 77. Their fielding prowess (6 career catches, 1 stumping) adds further value, and a Player of the Match award ratio of 18% is the highest in this contest.
Ritik Tomar – All Rounder (Captain)
Tomar is a true all-rounder, with 4765 career fantasy points and 44 per match on average. Their 105 career sixes and 96 fours highlight their power-hitting, while 5 fifties and a top score of 64 show their ability to anchor an innings. With 11 Player of the Match awards (10% ratio), Tomar is a proven match-winner. Their bowling (1475 points, 14 per match) and fielding (28 catches) make them a triple threat.
Usama Saleem – All Rounder
A new entrant with only 5 matches, Saleem has made an immediate impact, averaging 49 fantasy points per match (all in the current event). Their 6 sixes and 8 fours in just 5 games, along with a top score of 48, suggest a player who can change the game in a handful of deliveries.
Sameera Waththage – Bowler
Waththage is PCC’s most experienced bowler, with 69 matches and 1603 bowling fantasy points (23 per match). While not a prolific wicket-taker, their consistency and 4 Player of the Match awards (6% ratio) make them a key figure in the bowling attack.
Brno (BRN)
Mohammad Ratul – Wicket Keeper
Ratul is the standout performer for Brno, with a career average of 54 fantasy points per match and a phenomenal 105 per match in the current event. Their 68 sixes and 92 fours, along with 9 fifties and a top score of 91, make them the most dangerous batter in the Brno lineup. Ratul’s fielding (13 catches, 6 stumpings) and 4 Player of the Match awards (9% ratio) further cement their all-round value.
Noor Khanday – Batsman (Captain)
Khanday brings leadership and firepower, averaging 47 fantasy points per match (61 in the current event). With 36 sixes and 47 fours, and a top score of 85, Khanday is a consistent run-getter. Their fielding (10 catches) and 2 Player of the Match awards (7% ratio) add to their all-round contribution.
Mahtab Khan – All Rounder
Khan is Brno’s most effective bowler, with 581 bowling fantasy points (29 per match) and a best of 3 wickets in a match. Their all-round skills are evident with 10 sixes, 20 fours, and a top score of 34. Khan’s 1 Player of the Match award and 52 fantasy points per match make them a key player.
Dylan Steyn – Batsman
Steyn is a reliable batter, with 52 sixes, 77 fours, and 5 fifties in 68 matches. Their 31 fantasy points per match (68 in the current event) and 3 Player of the Match awards show their ability to deliver under pressure.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Aditya Khatiwala (PCC) vs Mohammad Ratul (BRN):
Both are wicket keepers and explosive batters. Khatiwala has a slight edge in six-hitting this event, but Ratul’s consistency (99 batting fantasy points per match in the event) makes this a marquee battle.Ritik Tomar (PCC) vs Noor Khanday (BRN):
Both captains, both all-rounders. Tomar’s 105 career sixes and 44 fantasy points per match pit them against Khanday’s 36 sixes and 47 fantasy points per match. Tomar’s all-round skills could be the difference.Sameera Waththage (PCC) vs Naveed Ahmed (BRN):
Waththage is the more consistent bowler, but Ahmed’s ability to take 4 wickets in a match gives Brno a potential X-factor.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Captain: Mohammad Ratul (BRN) – unmatched current event form and all-round contributions.
- Vice-Captain: Aditya Khatiwala (PCC) – explosive with the bat and a high fantasy ceiling.
Bold Picks:
- Captain: Usama Saleem (PCC) – high impact in a short span, could be a game-changer.
- Vice-Captain: Mahtab Khan (BRN) – strong bowling and all-round potential.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Aditya Khatiwala and Mohammad Ratul are the most likely to dominate with the bat and gloves.
- Ritik Tomar and Noor Khanday will be crucial in the middle overs, both as leaders and all-rounders.
- Mahtab Khan and Sameera Waththage could swing the match with the ball, especially if early wickets fall.
Fantasy Watch:
- Expect high fantasy returns from the wicket keepers and all-rounders.
- Bowlers with a history of multi-wicket hauls (Naveed Ahmed, Mahtab Khan) are high-risk, high-reward picks.
Final Thoughts
With both teams boasting explosive batters and versatile all-rounders, Qualifier 2 promises to be a closely fought contest. Prague CC’s superior win percentage and depth give them a slight edge, but Brno’s in-form stars, especially Mohammad Ratul, could tip the scales. Expect fireworks at Vinor Cricket Ground as the ECS Czechia, Premier, 2025 hurtles towards its grand finale.
Stay tuned for a match that could be decided by a single over—or a single six!
- Aditya Khatiwala – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 55.0 – PRG
- Mohammad Ratul – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 54.0 – BRN
- Mahtab Khan – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 52.0 – BRN
- Usama Saleem – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – PRG
- Noor Khanday – Batsman – Avg. Points: 47.0 – BRN
- Ritik Tomar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 44.0 – PRG
- Pankaj Bhagat – Batsman – Avg. Points: 44.0 – BRN
- Ravi Solanki – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 43.0 – PRG
- Hamid Ullah – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 34.0 – BRN
- Dylan Steyn – Batsman – Avg. Points: 31.0 – BRN
- Arun Ashokan – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 30.0 – PRG
Number of players from each team:
• PRG (Prague CC): 5
• BRN (Brno): 6
Number of players from each skill type:
• All Rounder: 5
• Batsman: 3
• Wicket Keeper: 2
• Bowler: 0
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