ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 – Group A Match Day 1, Match 5: Hornchurch (HCH) vs Markhor London (MKL) – Pre-Match Analysis
Match Details
- Event: ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025
- Match: Hornchurch (HCH) vs Markhor London (MKL), Group A Match Day 1, Match 5
- Date: 2nd June 2025
- Start Time: 17:45 Local | 21:15 IST
- Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
- Format: T10
- Toss: Hornchurch won the toss and elected to field
- Match Type: Group Match
Team Introductions
Hornchurch (HCH)
Hornchurch, donning their black and red kits, enter this contest as one of the more experienced sides in the tournament. With 49 matches played and 30 wins, they boast a strong win percentage of 61.2%. Their squad is built around a blend of experience and emerging talent.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy): George Hankins – 62.0 average fantasy points per match (career)
- Most Career Sixes (Batter): George Hankins – 109 sixes
- Most Career Wickets (Bowler): Marc Whitlock – 0 wickets (no player with more than 0 wickets recorded)
- Team Record: 49 matches, 30 wins, 61.2% win rate
Markhor London (MKL)
Markhor London, in black and gold, are a relatively new entrant with just 2 matches played, splitting them evenly for a 50% win rate. Despite their limited experience, their squad features several high-impact players who have already made their mark in the tournament.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy): Kharwar Khurshid – 60.0 average fantasy points per match (career), 69.0 in current event
- Most Career Sixes (Batter): Kharwar Khurshid – 24 sixes
- Most Career Wickets (Bowler): Ameer Hamza & Anwar Zadran – 2 wickets each (across 2 matches)
- Team Record: 2 matches, 1 win, 50% win rate
Player Highlights
Hornchurch (HCH)
George Hankins (Batsman, HCH)
The captain and batting lynchpin, George Hankins, is the undisputed star for Hornchurch. With 2856 career fantasy points and an average of 62.0 per match, he is a consistent fantasy goldmine. Hankins has smashed 109 sixes and 70 fours in 46 matches, with 9 fifties and a top score of 84. His highest single-match fantasy haul is a staggering 208 points, and he’s claimed 5 Player of the Match awards (10.9% of matches). His all-round fielding (25 catches) further boosts his value.
Paul Murray (Wicket Keeper, HCH)
A veteran with 46 matches, Paul Murray brings stability behind the stumps and with the bat. He has accumulated 545 career fantasy points (12.0 per match), with a top score of 41 and 20 catches plus 6 stumpings. Notably, he’s won 2 Player of the Match awards (4.3% of matches), and his fielding prowess (284 fantasy points from fielding) makes him a valuable asset in the T10 format.
Marc Whitlock (Bowler, HCH)
Marc Whitlock is Hornchurch’s most experienced bowler, with 49 matches and 663 career fantasy points (14.0 per match). While he hasn’t taken a three-wicket haul, his best bowling fantasy performance is 65 points in a match. He’s also contributed in the field with 3 catches and has a Player of the Match award to his name.
Billy Whitlock (Bowler, HCH)
Billy Whitlock, though yet to make a mark in terms of fantasy points or wickets in his 5 matches, is a bowler to watch as he seeks to break through in this event.
Markhor London (MKL)
Kharwar Khurshid (Batsman, MKL)
Kharwar Khurshid is the standout performer for Markhor London, with 661 career fantasy points from just 11 matches (60.0 per match, 69.0 in this event). He’s a six-hitting machine (24 career sixes, 5 in this event) and has a top score of 66. His highest single-match fantasy score is 150, and he’s already claimed a Player of the Match award. Khurshid’s aggressive batting and fielding (3 catches) make him a prime candidate for fantasy captaincy.
Ameer Hamza (All Rounder, MKL)
Ameer Hamza has made an immediate impact with 122 fantasy points in just 2 matches (61.0 per match). He’s contributed with both bat (3 sixes, 19 top score) and ball (2 wickets, 63 bowling fantasy points in a match). His all-round ability and 6 fielding points in the event make him a key player for MKL.
Anwar Zadran (Batsman, MKL)
Anwar Zadran has been a revelation, scoring 135 fantasy points in 2 matches (68.0 per match) and winning a Player of the Match award in half his games. He’s hit 4 sixes and taken 2 wickets, showing his value as a true T10 all-rounder.
Kashif Iqbal (Wicket Keeper, MKL)
Kashif Iqbal brings experience and explosiveness, with 483 career fantasy points in 11 matches (44.0 per match, 42.0 in this event). He’s hit 13 sixes and 24 fours, with a top score of 72 and 2 fifties. He’s also a two-time Player of the Match winner (18.2% of matches), making him a high-upside fantasy pick.
Player vs Player Head-to-Head Stats
- Best Batter (HCH): George Hankins – 62.0 avg fantasy points, 109 sixes, 24 runs per match
- Best Bowler (MKL): Ameer Hamza – 29.0 avg bowling fantasy points, 1 wicket per match
Key Matchup:
Hankins (HCH) vs Hamza (MKL):
- Hankins’ aggressive batting (2 sixes per match) will be tested by Hamza’s knack for breakthroughs (best bowling fantasy: 63 in a match).
- Both are high-impact fantasy players, and their duel could decide the match’s momentum.
Kharwar Khurshid (MKL) vs Marc Whitlock (HCH):
- Khurshid’s six-hitting (2 per match) and high fantasy output (60.0 per match) will challenge Whitlock’s experience and best bowling fantasy of 65 in a match.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- George Hankins (HCH): Consistent, high fantasy output, and a proven match-winner.
- Kharwar Khurshid (MKL): In red-hot form, high sixes count, and strong fantasy returns.
Bold Picks:
- Ameer Hamza (MKL): All-rounder with the ability to swing the match with bat or ball.
- Paul Murray (HCH): Reliable wicketkeeper with fielding and batting upside, especially in T10.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- George Hankins is the most reliable fantasy pick and a likely match-winner for Hornchurch.
- Kharwar Khurshid and Anwar Zadran have the power to change the game in a few overs for Markhor London.
- Ameer Hamza’s all-round skills make him a wildcard who can tilt the balance with either discipline.
Key Matchups:
- The battle between Hankins and Hamza could set the tone for the match.
- Khurshid’s aggressive approach against Hornchurch’s experienced bowling will be a highlight.
Fantasy Focus:
- Prioritize players with proven six-hitting and wicket-taking ability.
- All-rounders and wicketkeepers with fielding contributions offer added value in T10.
Final Word
With Hornchurch’s experience and Markhor London’s explosive new talent, this Group A clash promises fireworks at Harrow Lodge Park. Expect a high-scoring, action-packed T10 encounter where individual brilliance could make all the difference. Keep an eye on the fantasy heavyweights and enjoy the spectacle as ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 continues to deliver thrilling cricket!
Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match
- Anwar Zadran – Batsman – Avg. Points: 68.0 – ML
- George Hankins – Batsman – Avg. Points: 62.0 – HC
- Ameer Hamza – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 61.0 – ML
- Kharwar Khurshid – Batsman – Avg. Points: 60.0 – ML
- Kashif Iqbal – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 44.0 – ML
- Nabeel Tariq – Bowler – Avg. Points: 35.0 – ML
- Usman Ul-Haq – Batsman – Avg. Points: 26.0 – ML
- Ayaz Younus – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 17.0 – ML
- Waqar Zafar – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 14.0 – ML
- Marc Whitlock – Bowler – Avg. Points: 14.0 – HC
- Paul Murray – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 12.0 – HC
Short Team Names:
- Hornchurch = HC
- Markhor London = ML
Number of Players from Each Team
- Markhor London (ML): 8 players
- Hornchurch (HC): 3 players
Number of Players from Each Skill Type
- Batsman: 3
- All Rounder: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 3
- Bowler: 2
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