ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025 – Group B Match Day 1, Match 24: Guildford (GFD) vs CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS) – Pre-Match Preview

Event: ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025
Match: Group B Match Day 1, Match 24 – Guildford (GFD) vs CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)
Date: 1st August 2025
Start Time: 16:15 Local | 19:45 IST
Venue: Raynes Park Sports Ground, Wimbledon
Format: T10
Toss: Guildford won the toss and elected to field
Match Type: Group Match

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most 6s: Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Career average of 3 sixes per match
  • Most Runs: Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Career average of 41 runs per match
  • Most Wickets: Olly Birts (GFD) – Career average of 1 wicket per match
  • Match MVP: Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Career average of 98 fantasy points per match

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Guildford (GFD)

Guildford enters this contest with a fresh squad, having limited historical data but showing promise in their opening fixtures. Their standout performer so far is Olly Birts, who leads the team in both fantasy points and bowling impact.

  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Olly Birts (61.0)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Olly Birts (61.0)
  • Batter with Most Career Sixes: Rohan Kumar (2 sixes in 1 match; avg. 2.0 per match)
  • Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Olly Birts & James Mundy (1 wicket each in 1 match; avg. 1.0 per match)
  • Team Matches Played/Won/Win %: Data not available

CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)

CFS Pinnacle Pro, donning light and dark blue, have played 9 matches, winning just 1 (win percentage: 11.1%). Despite the team’s struggles, they boast some of the tournament’s most explosive individual talents.

  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Arya Khedekar (98.0)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): No points yet in this event
  • Batter with Most Career Sixes: Arya Khedekar (39 sixes in 10 matches; avg. 3.0 per match)
  • Bowler with Most Career Wickets: Kaleb Baldwin (most wickets in a match: 2; 10 matches played)
  • Team Matches Played/Won/Win %: 9 / 1 / 11.1%

Player Highlights

Guildford (GFD)

Olly Birts – Bowler (Captain)

Olly Birts has made an immediate impact, amassing 61 fantasy points in his only match, with 57 coming from his bowling. His ability to take wickets (1 per match) and bowl maidens (1 in 1 match) makes him a crucial asset. While his batting and fielding contributions are yet to be seen, his all-round potential is clear.

Rohan Kumar – Batsman

Rohan Kumar’s debut was nothing short of electric, scoring 29 runs with 2 sixes and 2 fours, earning 61 batting fantasy points and a total of 65 fantasy points. With a career average of 29 runs and 2 sixes per match, he is a batter to watch for explosive starts.

Ben Garrett – Batsman/Wicket Keeper

Ben Garrett, with 20 fantasy points in his only match, has shown reliability behind the stumps and with the bat. His top score of 8 and 2 fours indicate a steady presence at the crease, and his wicket-keeping skills could be pivotal in tight T10 contests.

James Mundy – Bowler

James Mundy’s debut saw him take a wicket and earn 21 bowling fantasy points, contributing to a total of 25 fantasy points. His ability to make breakthroughs early could be vital for Guildford’s bowling attack.

CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS)

Arya Khedekar – Batsman (Captain)

Arya Khedekar is the undoubted star of CFS, with a staggering 976 career fantasy points from 10 matches (avg. 98.0 per match). With 39 sixes, 32 fours, and 5 fifties, Arya is a true T10 powerhouse. Their top score of 90 and a highest single-match fantasy haul of 214 underline their match-winning potential. Arya also has a Player of the Match award, reflecting their ability to dominate games.

Prab Singh – Batsman

Prab Singh brings consistency and power, with 479 career fantasy points (avg. 48.0 per match). He has hit 14 sixes and 13 fours, with a top score of 58 and a highest single-match fantasy score of 128. Prab’s all-round contributions, including 3 catches, make them a valuable asset.

Faris Haider – Wicket Keeper

Faris Haider has accumulated 364 fantasy points in 10 matches (avg. 36.0 per match), with 13 sixes and 11 fours. Their top score of 51 and a fifty to their name show their ability to anchor and accelerate the innings. Faris also contributes in the field, with 1 catch and 8 fielding fantasy points.

Kaleb Baldwin – Bowler

Kaleb Baldwin is CFS’s leading bowler, with 192 career fantasy points (avg. 19.0 per match) and a best bowling fantasy score of 71. With 147 bowling fantasy points and a best of 2 wickets in a match, Kaleb’s role with the ball will be crucial in restricting Guildford’s batters.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Best Batter vs Best Bowler

    • Arya Khedekar (CFS): 41 runs per match, 3 sixes per match, 98 fantasy points per match
    • Olly Birts (GFD): 1 wicket per match, 57 bowling fantasy points per match

  • Power Hitters

    • Arya Khedekar (CFS): 39 sixes in 10 matches
    • Rohan Kumar (GFD): 2 sixes in 1 match

  • Bowling Impact

    • Kaleb Baldwin (CFS): 15 bowling fantasy points per match, best of 2 wickets in a match
    • James Mundy (GFD): 21 bowling fantasy points in debut, 1 wicket

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Captain: Arya Khedekar (CFS) – Consistent high fantasy returns, explosive batting, and fielding contributions.
  • Vice-Captain: Olly Birts (GFD) – All-round potential, especially with the ball.

Bold Picks:

  • Captain: Rohan Kumar (GFD) – If he continues his debut form, could be a game-changer.
  • Vice-Captain: Prab Singh (CFS) – Proven ability to score big and contribute in the field.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Arya Khedekar is the player most likely to dominate with both bat and in fantasy points, making them the central figure for CFS.
  • Olly Birts and James Mundy will be key to Guildford’s bowling plans, especially against the power-hitting duo of Arya Khedekar and Prab Singh.
  • Rohan Kumar’s aggressive approach at the top could set the tone for Guildford, while Kaleb Baldwin’s bowling will be vital in the middle overs for CFS.

Potential Game-Changers:

  • If Arya Khedekar gets going, CFS could post or chase a daunting total.
  • Guildford’s new talents, especially with the ball, could spring a surprise if they strike early.

Final Word

With explosive batters and emerging bowlers on both sides, Match 24 promises to be a high-octane T10 contest. While CFS Pinnacle Pro have the star power in Arya Khedekar, Guildford’s balanced attack and fresh faces could make for a thrilling encounter at Raynes Park Sports Ground. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the key matchups and be ready for fireworks as Group B action heats up in Wimbledon!

  1. Arya Khedekar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 98.0 – CFS
  2. Rohan Kumar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 65.0 – GFD
  3. Olly Birts – Bowler – Avg. Points: 61.0 – GFD
  4. Prab Singh – Batsman – Avg. Points: 48.0 – CFS
  5. Faris Haider – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 36.0 – CFS
  6. James Mundy – Bowler – Avg. Points: 25.0 – GFD
  7. Ben Garrett – Batsman – Avg. Points: 20.0 – GFD

  8. Kaleb Baldwin – Bowler – Avg. Points: 19.0 – CFS
  9. Max Mikhail – Batsman – Avg. Points: 17.0 – GFD
  10. Murad Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 12.0 – CFS
  11. Will Hamilton – Batsman – Avg. Points: 9.0 – GFD

Number of players from each team:

  • CFS Pinnacle Pro (CFS): 5
  • Guildford (GFD): 6

Number of players from each skill type:

  • Batsman: 5
  • Bowler: 4
  • Wicket Keeper: 1
  • All-Rounder: 0

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