ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 – 3rd Quarter Final Preview
Mighty Tigers (MT) vs CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)
Finals Match Day 1, Match 43 | 12 June 2025 | Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
The ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 reaches a fever pitch as the 3rd Quarter Final brings together the undefeated Mighty Tigers (MT) and the determined CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS) at Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch. The action begins at 13:45 local time (17:15 IST), with the Mighty Tigers having won the toss and electing to field first in this high-stakes T10 encounter.
Key Match Details
- Event: ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025
- Match: MT vs CFS, 3rd Quarter Final (Match 43)
- Date: 12 June 2025
- Start Time: 13:45 Local | 17:15 IST
- Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
- Format: T10
- Toss: Mighty Tigers won, elected to field
Predicted Standout Performers
- Most 6s:Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Career average of 4 sixes per match, the tournament’s most prolific six-hitter.
- Most Runs:Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Career average of 49 runs per match, making them the most consistent run-scorer.
- Most Wickets:Md Mahmud Hussain (MT), Emdad Tipu (MT), Nathan Weekes (CFS) – All average 1 wicket per match, leading the wicket-taking charts.
- Match MVP:Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Highest average fantasy points per match (117), a true all-round fantasy asset.
Team Introductions & Strengths
Mighty Tigers (MT)
- Record: 6 matches, 6 wins (100% win rate)
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Gurveer Saini (103 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Gurveer Saini (103 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Gurveer Saini (24 sixes, 3 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Emdad Tipu & Md Mahmud Hussain (1 wicket per match)
The Mighty Tigers have been the team to beat, boasting a perfect record and a balanced squad. Their batting is spearheaded by Gurveer Saini, while their bowling attack is led by the likes of Emdad Tipu and Md Mahmud Hussain, both capable of game-changing spells.
CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)
- Record: 8 matches, 1 win (12.5% win rate)
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Arya Khedekar (117 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Arya Khedekar (117 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Arya Khedekar (37 sixes, 4 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Nathan Weekes (1 wicket per match)
CFS Pinnacle Pro have struggled for consistency but possess individual brilliance, especially in Arya Khedekar, who dominates both the batting and fantasy charts. Their bowling hopes rest on Nathan Weekes, who has shown wicket-taking ability.
Player Highlights
Mighty Tigers (MT)
Gurveer Saini – Batsman
A true match-winner, Gurveer Saini has amassed 721 career fantasy points in just 7 matches, averaging a remarkable 103 per game. With 24 sixes and 20 fours, Saini is a boundary-hitting machine, notching up 3 fifties and a top score of 83. Their all-round value is further underlined by 5 catches and 2 Player of the Match awards (0.29 ratio).
Emdad Tipu – All Rounder
A bowling all-rounder with a knack for big performances, Emdad Tipu averages 55 fantasy points per match, with a career-best 91 in a single game. Their bowling is their main weapon, with 154 fantasy points and a three-wicket haul in the current event. Tipu’s ability to strike with the ball makes them a key asset.
Hassan Ahmed – Wicket Keeper (Captain)
As captain and wicket keeper, Hassan Ahmed brings leadership and sharp glovework. With 150 career fantasy points (21 per match), Ahmed’s fielding is a standout, contributing 72 points and 4 stumpings. Their batting is steady, with a top score of 23.
Mirza Baig – All Rounder
Baig’s all-round skills have earned them 174 fantasy points (25 per match) and a Player of the Match award. While their batting is limited, Baig’s bowling (109 points) and fielding (4 catches) add depth to the Tigers’ lineup.
CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)
Arya Khedekar – Batsman
The tournament’s most dominant fantasy player, Khedekar has 933 career points (117 per match), 37 sixes, and 5 fifties in just 8 matches. With a top score of 90 and a Player of the Match award, Khedekar is the backbone of CFS’s batting and a must-watch for fireworks.
Cam Thom – Batsman (Wicket Keeper)
A consistent performer, Thom has 464 career fantasy points (58 per match), with 21 fours and 10 sixes. Their top score of 55 and 2 fifties highlight their ability to anchor the innings. Thom also contributes in the field with 5 catches.
Prab Singh – Batsman
Singh brings power to the CFS lineup, with 478 fantasy points (60 per match), 14 sixes, and a top score of 58. Their all-round contributions include 68 bowling points and 3 catches, making them a valuable asset.
Nathan Weekes – Bowler
Weekes is CFS’s leading wicket-taker, averaging 1 per match and 36 fantasy points per game. With a best of 3 wickets in a match and 137 bowling points, Weekes is the spearhead of the CFS attack.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Gurveer Saini (MT) vs Arya Khedekar (CFS):
- Saini: 103 fantasy points/match, 34 runs/match, 3 sixes/match
- Khedekar: 117 fantasy points/match, 49 runs/match, 4 sixes/match
- Both are explosive, but Khedekar edges ahead in both runs and sixes per match.
Emdad Tipu (MT) vs Nathan Weekes (CFS):
- Tipu: 51 bowling points/match, 1 wicket/match
- Weekes: 27 bowling points/match, 1 wicket/match
- Tipu’s higher fantasy output suggests greater impact, but Weekes has a three-wicket haul to their name.
Hassan Ahmed (MT) vs Cam Thom (CFS):
- Ahmed: 21 fantasy points/match, 10 fielding points/match, 4 stumpings
- Thom: 58 fantasy points/match, 5 catches
- Thom is more valuable with the bat, while Ahmed’s glovework is superior.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Arya Khedekar (CFS): Highest fantasy average, most sixes, and most runs per match.
- Gurveer Saini (MT): Consistent high fantasy returns, boundary-hitting prowess.
Bold Picks:
- Emdad Tipu (MT): High bowling impact, potential for a big haul.
- Prab Singh (CFS): All-round contributions, capable of a match-winning performance.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Arya Khedekar is the clear MVP candidate, but will need support from CFS’s bowling, especially Nathan Weekes.
- Gurveer Saini and Emdad Tipu are the backbone of the Tigers’ dominance, with Saini’s batting and Tipu’s bowling likely to set the tone.
- Hassan Ahmed’s wicket-keeping could be crucial in a tight T10 contest, especially with CFS’s big hitters at the crease.
Team Dynamics:
- The Mighty Tigers’ unbeaten run is built on all-round strength and fielding excellence.
- CFS Pinnacle Pro, despite a poor win record, have the tournament’s most explosive batter and could spring a surprise if their stars fire.
Final Thoughts
The 3rd Quarter Final promises a classic T10 battle: the unbeaten Mighty Tigers’ collective might against the individual brilliance of Arya Khedekar and CFS Pinnacle Pro. With big hitters, strike bowlers, and fantasy points galore, expect fireworks at Harrow Lodge Park as both teams vie for a place in the semi-finals.
Stay tuned for a contest where every ball could be a game-changer!
Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match (Career)
- Arya Khedekar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 117.0 – CFS
- Gurveer Saini – Batsman – Avg. Points: 103.0 – MT
- Prab Singh – Batsman – Avg. Points: 60.0 – CFS
- Aayush Baluja – Batsman – Avg. Points: 58.0 – CFS
- Cam Thom – Batsman – Avg. Points: 58.0 – CFS
- Emdad Tipu – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 55.0 – MT
- Md Mahmud Hussain – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 50.0 – MT
- Jay Chavda – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 46.0 – CFS
- Faris Haider – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 45.0 – CFS
- Nathan Weekes – Bowler – Avg. Points: 36.0 – CFS
- Mussa Chaudhry – Bowler – Avg. Points: 33.0 – CFS
Team Representation in Top 11:
- CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS): 8 players
- Mighty Tigers (MT): 3 players
Skill Type Representation in Top 11:
- Batsman: 5 players
- All Rounder: 2 players
- Wicket Keeper: 2 players
- Bowler: 2 players
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