ECS Czechia, Premier, 2025 – Qualifier 1: Prague Tigers (PRT) vs Prague CC (PCC)
Finals Match Day 1, Match 17 | 22 June 2025 | Vinor Cricket Ground, Prague
Start Time: 10:45 Local | 13:15 IST | Format: T10
Toss: Prague CC won the toss and elected to field
The Stage is Set
The ECS Czechia, Premier, 2025 reaches a fever pitch as the two powerhouses, Prague Tigers (PRT) and Prague CC (PCC), lock horns in Qualifier 1 at the iconic Vinor Cricket Ground. With a place in the grand final at stake, both teams will be eager to bring their A-game to this high-octane T10 encounter. Prague CC, having won the toss, will look to exploit early conditions by fielding first.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most 6s:
Fahad Shakeel (PRT), Usman Butt (PRT), Aditya Khatiwala (PCC), and Usama Saleem (PCC) all boast a career average of 2 sixes per match, making them prime candidates to clear the ropes most frequently.Most Runs:
Usama Saleem (PCC) leads with a career average of 28 runs per match, closely followed by Fahad Shakeel (PRT) at 26 and Aditya Khatiwala (PCC) at 23.Most Wickets:
While no player has a significant average wickets per match, Sameera Waththage (PCC) and Ajhar Alam (PRT) have consistently contributed with the ball, each with multiple three-wicket hauls in their careers.Match MVP:
Sojib Miah (PRT) stands out with the highest career average fantasy points per match (53), making them a top contender for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Prague Tigers (PRT)
- Matches Played: 37 | Wins: 19 | Win %: 51.4%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Sojib Miah (53)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Fahad Shakeel (87)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Sojib Miah (57 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Ajhar Alam (most three-wicket matches: 2)
The Tigers have shown resilience and flair, with a balanced squad featuring explosive batters and crafty bowlers. Their ability to clear the boundary and pick up crucial wickets makes them a formidable opponent.
Prague CC (PCC)
- Matches Played: 53 | Wins: 42 | Win %: 79.2%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Aditya Khatiwala (57)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Aditya Khatiwala (183)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Ritik Tomar (105 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Sameera Waththage (most three-wicket matches: 2)
PCC’s remarkable win percentage is a testament to their consistency and depth. With a blend of experience and match-winners, they enter as favorites but will be wary of the Tigers’ firepower.
Player Highlights
Prague Tigers (PRT)
Sojib Miah – All Rounder
With 34 matches and a career average of 53 fantasy points per match, Sojib Miah is the Tigers’ talisman. Their 57 career sixes and 1,270 batting fantasy points highlight their ability to change games in a matter of overs. Four Player of the Match awards (11.8% ratio) underline their match-winning pedigree.
Fahad Shakeel – Bowler
Despite being listed as a bowler, Fahad Shakeel’s batting has been electric: 9 sixes, 12 fours, and a top score of 52 in just 4 matches. Averaging 87 fantasy points per match in the current event, they are in red-hot form and have already bagged a Player of the Match award.
Ajhar Alam – Bowler
A veteran with 58 matches, Ajhar Alam is the Tigers’ most experienced bowler. With 1,147 bowling fantasy points and two three-wicket hauls, they are a reliable wicket-taker. Their 27 average fantasy points per match and a Player of the Match award make them a key asset.
Usman Butt – All Rounder/Wicket Keeper
In just 4 matches, Usman Butt has amassed 187 fantasy points, including a 151-point match. Their 9 sixes and 63-run top score, along with a Player of the Match award, make them a dangerous floater in the lineup.
Prague CC (PCC)
Aditya Khatiwala – Wicket Keeper
With a staggering 57 average fantasy points per match and 1,078 total points in 19 matches, Khatiwala is PCC’s fantasy goldmine. Their 38 sixes, 5 fifties, and a top score of 77 make them a consistent run-getter. Three Player of the Match awards (15.8% ratio) highlight their impact.
Ritik Tomar – All Rounder/Captain
The most experienced player on the field with 105 matches, Tomar has 4,747 career fantasy points and 105 sixes. Eleven Player of the Match awards (10.5% ratio) and a 45-point average per match make them a true leader and all-round threat.
Sameera Waththage – Bowler
A bowling mainstay with 68 matches, Waththage has 1,603 bowling fantasy points and two three-wicket hauls. Their 29 average fantasy points per match and four Player of the Match awards (5.9% ratio) make them a go-to option in crunch moments.
Usama Saleem – All Rounder
A new entrant with just 3 matches, Saleem has already made waves with 236 fantasy points (79 per match), 6 sixes, and a top score of 48. Their all-round abilities could be a surprise package in this knockout clash.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Big Hitters:
- Sojib Miah (PRT, 1 six per match, 17 runs per match) vs Ritik Tomar (PCC, 1 six per match, 12 runs per match)
- Fahad Shakeel (PRT, 2 sixes per match, 26 runs per match) vs Aditya Khatiwala (PCC, 2 sixes per match, 23 runs per match)
Wicket-Takers:
- Ajhar Alam (PRT, 20 bowling fantasy points per match) vs Sameera Waththage (PCC, 24 bowling fantasy points per match)
Fantasy Leaders:
- Sojib Miah (PRT, 53 avg. fantasy points) vs Aditya Khatiwala (PCC, 57 avg. fantasy points)
These matchups will be pivotal, especially in the powerplay and death overs, where momentum can swing rapidly in T10 cricket.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Aditya Khatiwala (PCC): Consistent high fantasy returns, multiple fifties, and a proven match-winner.
- Sojib Miah (PRT): All-round contributions and a history of big performances.
Bold Picks
- Fahad Shakeel (PRT): In sensational form this event, capable of explosive batting.
- Usama Saleem (PCC): High ceiling with both bat and ball, could be a game-changer.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Momentum vs Experience: PCC’s superior win percentage and depth will be tested by the Tigers’ in-form stars.
- Boundary Battle: With multiple players averaging 2 sixes per match, expect a flurry of big hits.
- All-Round Impact: Players like Ritik Tomar and Sojib Miah, who contribute in all departments, could tip the scales.
- Fantasy Focus: With several players capable of 100+ fantasy point hauls, this match is a goldmine for fantasy enthusiasts.
Final Word
Qualifier 1 promises to be a blockbuster, with both teams boasting match-winners and explosive talent. Will Prague CC’s consistency prevail, or can the Tigers’ in-form stars pull off an upset? Tune in at Vinor Cricket Ground for a T10 spectacle that could go down to the wire!
- Fahad Shakeel – Bowler – Avg. Points: 87.0 – PRT
- Usama Saleem – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 79.0 – PCC
- Aditya Khatiwala – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 57.0 – PCC
- Sojib Miah – Bowler – Avg. Points: 53.0 – PRT
- Usman Butt – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 47.0 – PRT
- Ritik Tomar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – PCC
- Ravi Solanki – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – PCC
- Mahadi Alam – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – PRT
- Aravind Sridhar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 31.0 – PCC
- Arun Ashokan – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 30.0 – PCC
- Sameera Waththage – Bowler – Avg. Points: 29.0 – PCC
Number of players from each team:
- Prague CC (PCC): 7
- Prague Tigers (PRT): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 5
- Bowler: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 1
- Batsman: 1
- (Note: If a player is listed as both All Rounder and another skill, only their primary skill is counted.)
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