ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025 – Group A Match Day 2, Match 7: Sharks Cricket Academy (SCA) vs Markhor London (MKL) – Pre-Match Analysis

Match Details

  • Event: ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025
  • Match: Sharks Cricket Academy (SCA) vs Markhor London (MKL), Group A Match Day 2, Match 7
  • Date: 3rd June 2025
  • Start Time: 11:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
  • Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
  • Format: T10
  • Match Type: Group Match
  • Toss: Sharks Cricket Academy won the toss and elected to field first.

Team Introductions

Sharks Cricket Academy (SCA)

Sharks Cricket Academy, donning their dark blue and light blue kits, are set to make a mark in this T10 contest. While their overall team stats are still developing, early individual performances have already begun to shape their campaign.

  • Strongest Player (by Fantasy Points):
    • Aziz Jabarkhail stands out with a remarkable average of 47.0 fantasy points per match (career and current event).
  • Top Batter (Most Career Sixes):
    • No SCA batter has hit a six yet in their careers.
  • Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets):
    • Aziz Jabarkhail leads with a career average of 1.0 wickets per match.
  • Team Record:
    • Matches Played: Data not available
    • Matches Won: Data not available
    • Win Percentage: Data not available

Markhor London (MKL)

Markhor London, in their black and gold, bring more experience to the table, having played 3 matches and secured 1 win (win percentage: 33.3%). Their squad features a blend of power hitters and experienced campaigners.

  • Strongest Player (by Fantasy Points):
    • Kharwar Khurshid is the fantasy leader with an average of 58.0 points per match (career and current event).
  • Top Batter (Most Career Sixes):
    • Kharwar Khurshid again leads with 28 career sixes.
  • Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets):
    • Ayaz Younus is the most prolific, with 298 career bowling fantasy points and a career average of 14.0 bowling fantasy points per match.
  • Team Record:
    • Matches Played: 3
    • Matches Won: 1
    • Win Percentage: 33.3%

Player Highlights

Sharks Cricket Academy (SCA)

1. Aziz Jabarkhail (Bowler, SCA)

Aziz Jabarkhail has been the standout performer for SCA, amassing 93 career fantasy points from just 2 matches, averaging an impressive 47.0 per game. His bowling has been particularly effective, with 89 of those points coming from his primary skill. He has already registered a three-wicket haul in the current event, making him a key threat with the ball. While his batting and fielding contributions are yet to be seen, his ability to strike with the ball could be pivotal in this T10 format.

2. Safi Butt (All Rounder, SCA)

Safi Butt brings balance to the SCA lineup. In his 2-match career, he has accumulated 34 fantasy points (17.0 per match), with 29 points from bowling and a steady, if unspectacular, contribution with the bat. His all-round skills make him a valuable asset, especially if he can build on his early promise.

3. Salman Khan (Batsman, SCA, Captain)

As captain, Salman Khan leads by example in the field, having taken 2 catches and earned 16 fielding fantasy points (8.0 per match). While his batting numbers are yet to ignite (average batting fantasy points: -1.0), his leadership and fielding prowess could inspire the team in crunch moments.

4. Usman Shafi (Batsman, SCA)

Usman Shafi has mirrored his captain’s fielding impact, also taking 2 catches and scoring 16 fielding fantasy points. With 16 total career fantasy points (8.0 per match), he is another player who could make a difference in the field, even as he seeks to find his rhythm with the bat.

Markhor London (MKL)

1. Kharwar Khurshid (Batsman, MKL)

Kharwar Khurshid is the undoubted star for MKL, with a staggering 756 career fantasy points from 13 matches (58.0 per match). He is a power hitter, having smashed 28 sixes and 17 fours, and has a top score of 66. His current event form is equally impressive, with 232 points and 9 sixes already. He also contributes in the field, with 5 career catches and 30 fielding points in the current event.

2. Kashif Iqbal (Wicket Keeper, MKL)

Kashif Iqbal is a proven match-winner, with 2 Player of the Match awards in 13 matches (award ratio: 15.4%). He has 537 career fantasy points (41.0 per match) and is a consistent run-scorer, averaging 18 runs per match with 14 sixes and 28 fours. His current event average is 35.0 fantasy points per match, making him a reliable pick for both runs and fantasy returns.

3. Usman Ul-Haq (Batsman, MKL)

Usman Ul-Haq has made a big impact in a short span, with 188 career fantasy points from 4 matches (47.0 per match). He has already scored a fifty in the current event and has 6 sixes and 8 fours to his name, underlining his ability to accelerate the scoring rate.

4. Ayaz Younus (All Rounder, MKL)

Ayaz Younus is a valuable all-rounder, with 363 career fantasy points (17.0 per match) and 298 of those coming from his bowling. He has a best bowling performance of 2 wickets in a match and is a steady contributor in the field as well.

Player vs Player Head-to-Head Stats

  • Best Batter vs Best Bowler

    • Kharwar Khurshid (MKL) vs Aziz Jabarkhail (SCA)
      • Khurshid: 28 career sixes, 46 average batting fantasy points per match, 58 average total fantasy points per match.
      • Jabarkhail: 1.0 wickets per match, 45.0 average bowling fantasy points per match, 47.0 average total fantasy points per match.
      • Narrative: The battle between Khurshid’s power hitting and Jabarkhail’s wicket-taking ability could define the match.

  • Wicket Keeper Showdown

    • Kashif Iqbal (MKL) vs Yashkumar Solanki (SCA)
      • Iqbal: 2 Player of the Match awards, 14 sixes, 28 fours, 41.0 average fantasy points per match.
      • Solanki: Yet to debut, but will be eager to make an impression.

  • All-Rounder Impact

    • Safi Butt (SCA) vs Ayaz Younus (MKL)
      • Butt: 17.0 average fantasy points per match, 15.0 average bowling fantasy points per match.
      • Younus: 17.0 average fantasy points per match, 14.0 average bowling fantasy points per match.
      • Narrative: Both all-rounders are capable of swinging the momentum with either bat or ball.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Picks

  • Kharwar Khurshid (MKL): Consistent high fantasy returns, explosive batting, and fielding contributions make him the safest captaincy choice.
  • Aziz Jabarkhail (SCA): With his wicket-taking ability and high fantasy average, he is a strong vice-captain option.

Bold Picks

  • Usman Ul-Haq (MKL): High ceiling with the bat, capable of a match-winning performance.
  • Safi Butt (SCA): If he delivers with both bat and ball, he could outscore more established names.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Kharwar Khurshid (MKL): His six-hitting prowess and fantasy consistency make him the player to watch.
    • Aziz Jabarkhail (SCA): If he can dismiss MKL’s top order, SCA could seize control.
    • Kashif Iqbal (MKL): His experience and ability to anchor the innings or accelerate as needed add depth to MKL’s batting.
    • Safi Butt (SCA): A breakthrough performance from him could tip the balance in SCA’s favor.

  • Key Matchups:

    • The contest between MKL’s power hitters and SCA’s emerging bowling attack will be crucial.
    • Fielding could play a decisive role, with both teams featuring players who have already made an impact with catches.

Final Thoughts

With Sharks Cricket Academy opting to field first, the onus will be on Markhor London’s top order to set a challenging total. The clash between Khurshid’s bat and Jabarkhail’s ball promises fireworks, while the supporting cast on both sides could provide the X-factor. Expect a high-octane T10 encounter at Harrow Lodge Park, where every ball could be a game-changer.

Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling Group A contest in the ECS England, Hornchurch, 2025!

Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match

  1. Kharwar Khurshid – Batsman – Avg. Points: 58.0 – Markhor London
  2. Aziz Jabarkhail – Bowler – Avg. Points: 47.0 – Sharks Cricket Academy
  3. Usman Ul-Haq – Batsman – Avg. Points: 47.0 – Markhor London
  4. Kashif Iqbal – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 41.0 – Markhor London
  5. Safi Butt – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 17.0 – Sharks Cricket Academy
  6. Ayaz Younus – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 17.0 – Markhor London
  7. Nabeel Tariq – Bowler – Avg. Points: 17.0 – Markhor London
  8. Raj Kumar – Bowler – Avg. Points: 16.0 – Markhor London
  9. Waqar Zafar – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 14.0 – Markhor London
  10. Salman Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 9.0 – Sharks Cricket Academy
  11. Usman Shafi – Batsman – Avg. Points: 8.0 – Sharks Cricket Academy

Number of Players from Each Team:

  • Markhor London: 7 players
  • Sharks Cricket Academy: 4 players

Number of Players from Each Skill Type:

  • Batsman: 4 (Kharwar Khurshid, Usman Ul-Haq, Salman Khan, Usman Shafi)
  • Bowler: 3 (Aziz Jabarkhail, Raj Kumar, Nabeel Tariq)
  • Wicket Keeper: 2 (Kashif Iqbal, Waqar Zafar)
  • All Rounder: 2 (Safi Butt, Ayaz Younus)

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