ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025 – Group A Match Day 4, Match 17: Twickenham (TWIC) vs Weybridge (WEY) – Pre-Match Analysis

Event: ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025
Match: Group A Match Day 4, Match 17 – Twickenham (TWIC) vs Weybridge (WEY)
Date: 31 July 2025
Start Time: 12:00 Local Time | 15:30 IST
Venue: Raynes Park Sports Ground, Wimbledon
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Weybridge won the toss and elected to field

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most Sixes:
    Carlos Nunes (TWIC) and Nathan Robinson (WEY) both average 2 sixes per match, making them the leading contenders to clear the ropes most frequently.

  • Most Runs:
    Nathan Robinson (WEY) leads with a career average of 29 runs per match, closely followed by Carlos Nunes (TWIC) at 25.

  • Most Wickets:
    No player in either squad has a career average above 0 wickets per match, indicating a batting-dominated contest or a lack of standout bowlers so far.

  • Match MVP:
    Carlos Nunes (TWIC) boasts the highest average fantasy points per match (73), making them the prime candidate for the MVP title.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Twickenham (TWIC)

  • Matches Played: 15
  • Matches Won: 7
  • Win Percentage: 46.7%
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Carlos Nunes (73 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Carlos Nunes (88 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Carlos Nunes (33 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Upen Shantu (best bowling fantasy points, but no wickets recorded)

Weybridge (WEY)

  • Matches Played: 5
  • Matches Won: 3
  • Win Percentage: 60%
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Aidan Golding (83 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Aidan Golding (83 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Nathan Robinson & Aidan Golding (16 career sixes each)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Seb Dunn (best bowling fantasy points, 1 three-wicket match)

Player Highlights

Twickenham (TWIC)

Carlos Nunes – Batsman

Carlos Nunes is the heartbeat of Twickenham’s batting, with a remarkable 950 career fantasy points and an average of 73 per match. In the current event, they have elevated their game further, averaging 88 fantasy points per match. With 33 career sixes and 24 in this event alone, Nunes is the most explosive batter on either side. Their consistency is underlined by 4 career fifties and a top score of 85. Nunes has also claimed 2 Player of the Match awards, reflecting their match-winning potential.

Patrick Dixon – Batsman

Patrick Dixon brings stability to the TWIC lineup, amassing 321 career fantasy points at 23 per match. With a highest single-match fantasy haul of 187 and a top score of 81, Dixon is capable of big innings. Their 12 career fours and 9 sixes, along with a fifty in this event, make them a reliable contributor.

Neville Talbot – Batsman

Talbot’s 292 career fantasy points and a highest single-match tally of 138 highlight their ability to make an impact. With 10 fours and 8 sixes in their career, and a fifty in this event, Talbot is a key middle-order presence. Their fielding is also noteworthy, with 4 career catches and a best of 3 in a match.

Upen Shantu – All Rounder

Shantu’s all-round skills are reflected in 146 career fantasy points and a Player of the Match award. While their batting numbers are modest, their bowling has yielded 129 career fantasy points, with a best of 36 in a match. Shantu’s ability to contribute in both departments makes them a valuable asset.

Weybridge (WEY)

Aidan Golding – Batsman

Golding is Weybridge’s most consistent performer, with 497 career fantasy points and an average of 83 per match. Their 16 sixes and 9 fours in just 6 matches underline their aggressive approach. Golding’s top score of 44 and a highest single-match fantasy haul of 153 make them a player to watch.

Nathan Robinson – Batsman

Robinson is a powerhouse, with 397 career fantasy points (66 per match) and 16 sixes to their name. Their two fifties in this event and a top score of 73 show their ability to anchor and accelerate. Robinson has also earned a Player of the Match award, highlighting their match-winning credentials.

Seb Dunn – Bowler

Dunn is Weybridge’s leading bowler, with 204 career fantasy points and a three-wicket haul in this event. Their highest single-match fantasy score is 108, and they have taken 4 career catches, making them a threat with both ball and in the field.

Luke Golding – Bowler

With 143 career fantasy points and a four-wicket match to their name, Luke Golding is a key figure in Weybridge’s bowling attack. Their highest single-match fantasy score is 134, and they have a Player of the Match award, indicating their ability to turn games.

Key Player Matchups

  • Carlos Nunes (TWIC) vs Seb Dunn (WEY):
    Nunes, with a career average of 25 runs and 2 sixes per match, faces Dunn, who has a three-wicket match and 25 average bowling fantasy points. This battle could define the match’s momentum.

  • Nathan Robinson (WEY) vs Upen Shantu (TWIC):
    Robinson’s aggressive batting (29 runs per match, 16 sixes) will be tested by Shantu’s all-round skills, especially with the ball (26 average bowling fantasy points).

  • Aidan Golding (WEY) vs Gurjit Sandhu (TWIC):
    Golding’s explosive batting will be up against Sandhu, who has 7 sixes and 4 fours in their career, and can contribute with the ball and in the field.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Carlos Nunes (TWIC): Consistent high fantasy returns, top six-hitter, and proven match-winner.
  • Aidan Golding (WEY): Highest average fantasy points for Weybridge, reliable with both bat and ball.

Bold Picks:

  • Nathan Robinson (WEY): High ceiling with two fifties in the event and a Player of the Match award.
  • Seb Dunn (WEY): Potential for a big haul with both ball and in the field, especially if conditions suit bowlers.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Batting Fireworks Expected: With Nunes, Robinson, and Golding all averaging over 24 runs per match and clearing the ropes regularly, expect a high-scoring contest.
  • Bowling X-Factors: While no bowler has a standout wicket-taking record, Seb Dunn and Luke Golding have shown the ability to produce game-changing spells.
  • Fielding Could Be Decisive: Players like Talbot and Dunn, with multiple catches, could swing the match with sharp fielding.

In summary:
This Group A clash promises explosive batting, with Carlos Nunes and Nathan Robinson likely to dominate the headlines. Weybridge’s superior win percentage and in-form batters give them a slight edge, but Twickenham’s experience and the all-round prowess of players like Upen Shantu ensure a closely fought contest. Fantasy managers should back the big hitters for captaincy, but keep an eye on the bowlers who could surprise in the T10 format.

Don’t miss the action at Raynes Park Sports Ground as TWIC and WEY battle for crucial points in ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025!

  1. Aidan Golding – Batsman – Avg. Points: 83.0 – WEY
  2. Carlos Nunes – Batsman – Avg. Points: 73.0 – TWI
  3. Nathan Robinson – Batsman – Avg. Points: 66.0 – WEY
  4. Ansarullah Nooristani – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 44.0 – WEY
  5. Guriqbal Singh – Bowler – Avg. Points: 41.0 – TWI
  6. Seb Dunn – Bowler – Avg. Points: 34.0 – WEY
  7. Luke Golding – Bowler – Avg. Points: 29.0 – WEY
  8. Upen Shantu – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 29.0 – TWI
  9. Fazal Husain – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 25.0 – WEY
  10. Patrick Dixon – Batsman – Avg. Points: 23.0 – TWI
  11. Teddy Fleming – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 23.0 – TWI

Number of players from each team:

  • Weybridge (WEY): 6
  • Twickenham (TWI): 5

Number of players from each skill type:

  • Batsman: 4
  • All Rounder: 4
  • Bowler: 3

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