ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 – Group B Match Day 1, Match 24: AZ Black Eagles (AZBE) vs Old Brentwoods (OB) – Pre-Match Preview
Event: ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025
Match: AZ Black Eagles (AZBE) vs Old Brentwoods (OB), Group B Match Day 1, Match 24
Date: 6th June 2025
Start Time: 15:45 Local | 19:15 IST
Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Old Brentwoods won the toss and elected to field.
Spotlight: Predicted Standouts
- Most 6s: Baber Choudhary (OB) – 11 sixes in 1 match, career average 11.0 sixes per match.
- Most Runs: Baber Choudhary (OB) – 87 runs in 1 match, career average 87.0 runs per match.
- Most Wickets: No player from either side has taken a wicket in their career so far; all have a career average of 0.0 wickets per match.
- Match MVP: Baber Choudhary (OB) – Highest average fantasy points per match (202.0).
Team Introductions
Old Brentwoods (OB)
- Team Colours: Dark Blue & White
- Matches Played: 1 | Matches Won: 1 | Win Percentage: 100%
- Strongest Player: Baber Choudhary (202.0 average fantasy points per match)
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): Baber Choudhary (11 sixes)
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No wickets taken yet
Old Brentwoods have made a resounding start to their campaign, winning their only match so far. Their batting firepower, led by Baber Choudhary, has set the tone for the side.
AZ Black Eagles (AZBE)
- Team Colours: Black & Grey
- Matches Played: Data not available (likely 1, as all player stats are from 1 match)
- Strongest Player: No player has registered fantasy points yet
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): No sixes hit yet
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No wickets taken yet
AZ Black Eagles are still searching for their first big performance, with their squad yet to make a mark in the tournament statistics.
Player Highlights
Old Brentwoods (OB)
Baber Choudhary – Batsman, OB (Captain)
Baber Choudhary has been the undisputed star for Old Brentwoods, amassing 202 fantasy points in his only match, with a staggering 87 runs and 11 sixes. His batting fantasy points (203) and a top score of 87 underline his explosive potential in the T10 format. Notably, he has already claimed a Player of the Match award, giving him a perfect 1.0 award ratio.
Mervyn Westfield – Bowler, OB
With 12 matches under his belt, Westfield brings experience to the OB lineup. He has accumulated 284 career fantasy points, with a best of 209 in a single match. His all-round contribution in the last match (134 batting fantasy points, 65 bowling fantasy points) shows his ability to influence the game with both bat and ball, despite a career average of 0 wickets per match.
Hamza Ahmed – Batsman, OB
Hamza Ahmed, in his debut, scored 7 runs and hit a six, earning 23 fantasy points. His fielding also contributed, with 6 points. While his numbers are modest compared to Choudhary, his ability to chip in across departments makes him a valuable asset.
Pratik Bhalerao – All Rounder, OB
Bhalerao’s debut saw him contribute 11 fantasy points, with a catch in the field. While his batting and bowling returns were limited, his fielding prowess (8 points) could be crucial in tight T10 contests.
AZ Black Eagles (AZBE)
Nav Ali – Wicket Keeper, AZBE (Captain)
Nav Ali leads the side as captain and wicketkeeper. While he is yet to register any fantasy points or notable stats, his role behind the stumps and as a leader will be pivotal as the team seeks its first impact performance.
Harjit Singh – All Rounder, AZBE
Harjit Singh, like most of his teammates, is yet to make a mark in the stats column. However, as an all-rounder, he will be expected to contribute with both bat and ball, and could be a key player if he finds form.
Safwan Manzoor – Batsman, AZBE
Manzoor is another player with a clean slate so far, but as a specialist batsman, he will be tasked with anchoring the innings and providing the impetus at the top.
Zafar Saiyed – All Rounder, AZBE
Saiyed’s all-round abilities have not yet translated into fantasy points or on-field stats, but his dual skillset gives AZBE flexibility in both departments.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
- Baber Choudhary (OB) vs AZBE Bowlers: Choudhary’s 87 runs and 11 sixes in a single match make him a daunting prospect for the AZBE bowling attack, none of whom have taken a wicket or conceded a six so far.
- Mervyn Westfield (OB) vs AZBE Batters: Westfield’s experience and 65 bowling fantasy points in the last match could test the unproven AZBE batting lineup.
- Nav Ali (AZBE) vs OB Bowlers: As captain and wicketkeeper, Ali’s leadership will be tested against the OB attack, especially if Westfield and Choudhary continue their form.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Pick:
- Baber Choudhary (OB): With a perfect record in both fantasy points and Player of the Match awards, he is the standout choice for captaincy.
Bold Pick:
- Mervyn Westfield (OB): His all-round contributions and high ceiling (209 fantasy points in a match) make him a high-upside vice-captain option.
Differential Pick:
- Hamza Ahmed (OB): If you’re looking for a left-field choice, Ahmed’s ability to contribute in all departments could pay off if he gets more opportunities.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Old Brentwoods’ Batting Might: With Choudhary and Westfield in form, OB’s top order looks formidable. Their ability to clear the ropes and post big scores could be the difference.
- AZ Black Eagles’ Search for Impact: AZBE’s players are yet to make a statistical impact. The match presents an opportunity for their all-rounders and captain Nav Ali to step up and challenge OB’s dominance.
- Fantasy Focus: With OB’s players dominating the stats, fantasy managers should load up on their top performers, but keep an eye on AZBE’s all-rounders for a potential breakout.
Final Word
As the ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 Group B action heats up, Old Brentwoods arrive as clear favourites, powered by the explosive Baber Choudhary and the versatile Mervyn Westfield. AZ Black Eagles, however, have the chance to script an upset if their all-rounders and captain can rise to the occasion. Expect fireworks at Harrow Lodge Park as both teams vie for crucial points in this T10 showdown!
Top 11 Players by Average Fantasy Points per Match
- Baber Choudhary – Batsman – Avg. Points: 202.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Mervyn Westfield – Bowler – Avg. Points: 24.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Hamza Ahmed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 23.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Pratik Bhalerao – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 11.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Ajinkya Patil – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 5.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Sagar Joshi – Batsman – Avg. Points: 3.0 – Old Brentwoods
- Kashish Midha – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 0.0 – AZ Black Eagles
- Parimeet Jadav – Bowler – Avg. Points: 0.0 – AZ Black Eagles
- Safwan Manzoor – Batsman – Avg. Points: 0.0 – AZ Black Eagles
- Bilal Muhammad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 0.0 – AZ Black Eagles
- Anjum Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 0.0 – AZ Black Eagles
Number of Players from Each Team:
- Old Brentwoods: 6
- AZ Black Eagles: 5
Number of Players from Each Skill Type:
- Batsman: 4
- Bowler: 2
- All Rounder: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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