ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 – Group A Match Day 3, Match 12: Rainham (RNH) vs Mighty Tigers (MT) – Pre-Match Analysis
Match Details
- Event: ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025
- Match: Group A Match Day 3, Match 12 – Rainham (RNH) vs Mighty Tigers (MT)
- Date: 4th June 2025
- Start Time: 11:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
- Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
- Format: T10
- Match Type: Group Match
- Toss: Mighty Tigers won the toss and elected to bat
Team Introductions
Rainham (RNH)
Rainham, donning their dark blue and yellow kits, have made a strong start to their ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 campaign. With 3 matches played and 2 wins, they boast a 66.7% win rate. Their squad is headlined by Ashraful Islam, who leads the team in both average fantasy points per match (145.0) and sixes hit (17 in just 3 matches). On the bowling front, Saqlain Kazmi stands out with the most career wickets and an average of 24 bowling fantasy points per match in the current event.
Key Team Stats:
- Matches Played: 3
- Matches Won: 2
- Win Percentage: 66.7%
- Top Fantasy Performer: Ashraful Islam (Avg. 145.0 FP/match)
- Most Sixes (Career): Ashraful Islam (17)
- Top Bowler (Career Wickets): Saqlain Kazmi
Mighty Tigers (MT)
The Mighty Tigers have been the team to beat, with a perfect record so far—3 wins in 3 matches, a 100% win rate, and a confident approach as they take the field in dark blue and green. Shawon Chowdhury is their star, with a remarkable 88.0 average fantasy points per match and a staggering 22 sixes in just 4 matches. Gurveer Saini leads their bowling attack, contributing both with the ball and in the field.
Key Team Stats:
- Matches Played: 3
- Matches Won: 3
- Win Percentage: 100%
- Top Fantasy Performer: Shawon Chowdhury (Avg. 88.0 FP/match)
- Most Sixes (Career): Shawon Chowdhury (22)
- Top Bowler (Career Wickets): Gurveer Saini
Player Highlights
Rainham (RNH)
Ashraful Islam – Batsman (RNH)
Ashraful Islam has been nothing short of sensational. In just 3 matches, he has amassed 435 fantasy points, averaging 145 per match—by far the highest in this fixture. His explosive batting is underlined by 17 sixes and 19 fours, including a breathtaking 139-run knock that earned him a Player of the Match award (0.33 ratio). With a career average of 65 runs per match and a century already in this event, Ashraful is the linchpin of Rainham’s batting.
Raj Hothi – Wicket Keeper (RNH)
Raj Hothi brings stability behind the stumps and with the bat. Averaging 68 fantasy points per match, he has contributed 7 sixes and 8 fours, with a top score of 42. His fielding is also notable, with a stumping to his name and a consistent 4 fielding fantasy points per match in this event.
Tipu Samsuddin – All Rounder, Captain (RNH)
Tipu Samsuddin, the Rainham captain, is a versatile all-rounder. He has 110 fantasy points in the event (37 per match) and has shown flashes of brilliance with a high of 76 points in a single match. While his bowling has yet to yield wickets, his leadership and ability to contribute in all departments make him a key figure.
Saqlain Kazmi – Bowler (RNH)
Kazmi is Rainham’s leading bowler, with 128 career fantasy points and an average of 24 bowling fantasy points per match. He has taken 2 catches and is a reliable presence in the field, averaging 5 fielding fantasy points per match.
Mighty Tigers (MT)
Shawon Chowdhury – Batsman (MT)
Chowdhury is the Tigers’ power-hitter, with 350 fantasy points in 4 matches (88 per match). He has already smashed 22 sixes and 5 fours, including a mammoth 150-run innings. His ability to clear the ropes and his Player of the Match award (0.25 ratio) make him a game-changer.
Gurveer Saini – Batsman (MT)
Saini is a dynamic contributor, with 140 fantasy points (35 per match) and 4 catches in the field. He has hit 3 sixes and is also a handy bowler, with 60 bowling fantasy points and an average of 15 per match. His all-round skills add depth to the Tigers’ lineup.
Omar Akram – Batsman (MT)
Akram has quietly built a solid record, with 127 fantasy points (32 per match) and 3 catches. He has hit 3 sixes and 5 fours, and his fielding (6 points per match) is among the best in the squad.
Hassan Ahmed – Wicket Keeper, Captain (MT)
Ahmed, the Tigers’ captain and wicketkeeper, has 28 fantasy points (7 per match) and is a safe pair of hands behind the stumps, with a stumping and a catch in the event. His leadership and glovework are vital in the T10 format.
Player vs Player Head-to-Head
Ashraful Islam (RNH) vs Shawon Chowdhury (MT):
- Fantasy Points: Islam (145.0 avg) vs Chowdhury (88.0 avg)
- Sixes: Islam (17 in 3 matches) vs Chowdhury (22 in 4 matches)
- Top Score: Islam (139) vs Chowdhury (150)
- Player of the Match Awards: Islam (1 in 3) vs Chowdhury (1 in 4)
Saqlain Kazmi (RNH) vs Gurveer Saini (MT):
- Bowling Fantasy Points: Kazmi (24.0 avg) vs Saini (15.0 avg)
- Fielding: Kazmi (2 catches) vs Saini (4 catches)
- Wickets: Both have yet to take a 3-wicket haul, but Kazmi has a higher single-match bowling fantasy point tally (78).
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks:
- Ashraful Islam (RNH): Consistent high fantasy returns, explosive batting, and a proven match-winner.
- Shawon Chowdhury (MT): Power-hitter with a high ceiling, capable of single-handedly changing the game.
Bold Picks:
- Gurveer Saini (MT): All-round contributions with bat, ball, and in the field.
- Saqlain Kazmi (RNH): Leading bowler for Rainham, with potential for a big haul.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Ashraful Islam’s form is the single biggest threat to the Tigers’ unbeaten run. If he gets going, Rainham could post or chase down any total.
- Shawon Chowdhury’s six-hitting ability is unmatched in the tournament so far. His battle with Rainham’s bowlers, especially Kazmi, will be pivotal.
- Fielding could be a deciding factor, with both teams boasting sharp wicketkeepers and agile fielders like Saini and Akram.
- Bowling depth: While both teams have yet to see a bowler dominate with wickets, Saini and Kazmi’s ability to contain runs and take key wickets could swing the momentum.
Final Word
With the Mighty Tigers looking to extend their perfect record and Rainham eager to topple the table-toppers, this Group A clash at Harrow Lodge Park promises fireworks. Expect a high-scoring contest, with individual brilliance likely to decide the outcome. Keep an eye on the big hitters and the all-rounders—this T10 battle could go down to the wire!
Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match
- Ashraful Islam – Batsman – Avg. Points: 145.0 – RAI
- Shawon Chowdhury – Batsman – Avg. Points: 88.0 – MT
- Raj Hothi – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 68.0 – RAI
- Saqlain Kazmi – Bowler – Avg. Points: 43.0 – RAI
- Sid Patel – Batsman – Avg. Points: 41.0 – RAI
- Gurveer Saini – Batsman – Avg. Points: 35.0 – MT
- Tipu Samsuddin – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 37.0 – RAI
- Omar Akram – Batsman – Avg. Points: 32.0 – MT
- Ben Little – Bowler – Avg. Points: 27.0 – RAI
- Biren Patel – Bowler – Avg. Points: 24.0 – RAI
- Charlie Sutton – Bowler – Avg. Points: 24.0 – RAI
Short Team Names:
- Rainham = RAI
- Mighty Tigers = MT
Number of Players from Each Team:
- Rainham (RAI): 7 players
- Mighty Tigers (MT): 4 players
Number of Players from Each Skill Type:
- Batsman: 5
- Bowler: 4
- All Rounder: 1
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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