ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025 – Group B Match Day 4, Match 36: Wimbledon (WIM) vs London County Cricket (LCC) – Pre-Match Analysis
Event: ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025
Match: Group B Match Day 4, Match 36 – Wimbledon (WIM) vs London County Cricket (LCC)
Date: 6th August 2025
Start Time: 10:00 Local Time | 13:30 IST
Venue: Raynes Park Sports Ground, Wimbledon
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Wimbledon won the toss and elected to field
Spotlight: Predicted Standouts
- Most Sixes: Usman Ghani (LCC) – Career average of 8 sixes per match
- Most Runs: Usman Ghani (LCC) – Career average of 76 runs per match
- Most Wickets: Several bowlers (including James Ash Vie, Joe Baldwin, Edress Kamawal, Yash Tyagi, Usman Ghani) – Career average of 1 wicket per match
- Match MVP: Usman Ghani (LCC) – Highest average fantasy points per match (206)
Team Introductions
Wimbledon (WIM)
- Team Colours: Pink (Primary), Blue (Secondary)
- Matches Played: 19
- Matches Won: 13
- Win Percentage: 68.4%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): James Crosthwaite (97 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): James Crosthwaite (97 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Tim Lloyd (25 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Joe Baldwin (1 wicket per match, 4 matches)
London County Cricket (LCC)
- Matches Played: 6
- Matches Won: 4
- Win Percentage: 66.7%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Usman Ghani (206 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Usman Ghani (206 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Usman Ghani (35 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Usman Ghani, Edress Kamawal, Yash Tyagi (1 wicket per match)
Player Highlights
Wimbledon (WIM)
James Crosthwaite – Batsman (Captain)
James Crosthwaite stands out as Wimbledon's most consistent fantasy performer, averaging a remarkable 97 fantasy points per match over his 5-match career. With 399 batting fantasy points and two fifties, Crosthwaite is a reliable run-getter, boasting a top score of 81 and 20 sixes in his career. His all-round contributions include 53 bowling fantasy points and 16 fielding points, making him a well-rounded asset. Notably, he has one Player of the Match award, reflecting his match-winning potential.
Tim Lloyd – Batsman
Tim Lloyd is Wimbledon's six-hitting machine, with 25 sixes in just 6 matches (career average: 4 sixes per match). He averages 83 fantasy points per match, with a top score of 86 and a fifty to his name. Lloyd’s aggressive approach can change the game in a matter of overs. He also has a Player of the Match award, underlining his ability to deliver under pressure.
Joe Baldwin – Bowler
Joe Baldwin is Wimbledon's leading wicket-taker, averaging 1 wicket per match across 4 games. With 112 bowling fantasy points and a best of 2 wickets in a match, Baldwin is a key figure in the bowling attack. His highest fantasy haul in a match is 68, and he contributes in the field as well.
William Sewell – Batsman
William Sewell brings experience with 15 matches and 372 career fantasy points. He has a fifty and 8 sixes to his name, with a top score of 54. Sewell’s all-round value is enhanced by his 148 bowling fantasy points, including a three-wicket haul and a maiden over, making him a potential game-changer.
London County Cricket (LCC)
Usman Ghani – Batsman (Captain)
Usman Ghani is the undisputed star of LCC, with a staggering 822 career fantasy points from just 4 matches (206 per match). He has smashed 35 sixes, scored a century and two fifties, and boasts a top score of 153. Ghani also contributes with the ball (135 bowling fantasy points, 1 wicket per match) and has two Player of the Match awards, making him the most complete player in this contest.
Ismail Baharami – All-Rounder
Ismail Baharami has 346 career fantasy points from 4 matches (87 per match), with a fifty and 7 sixes. He has 65 bowling fantasy points and 4 catches, showing his all-round prowess. Baharami’s ability to contribute in all departments makes him a valuable pick, and he has a Player of the Match award to his name.
Ali Raza – All-Rounder
Ali Raza has 247 career fantasy points from 5 matches (49 per match), with 6 sixes and a top score of 32. He has 121 bowling fantasy points and 2 catches, making him a reliable all-rounder. Raza’s high-impact performances are reflected in his Player of the Match award.
Taha Muhammad – All-Rounder
Taha Muhammad averages 46 fantasy points per match, with 3 sixes and a top score of 20. He has 167 bowling fantasy points and 1 catch, making him a consistent contributor with both bat and ball.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Usman Ghani (LCC) vs Joe Baldwin (WIM)
- Ghani: 76 runs/match, 8 sixes/match, 206 fantasy points/match
- Baldwin: 1 wicket/match, 28 bowling fantasy points/match
- Usman Ghani (LCC) vs Joe Baldwin (WIM)
Sixes Battle:
- Usman Ghani (LCC) (8 sixes/match) vs Tim Lloyd (WIM) (4 sixes/match)
All-Rounder Impact:
- Ismail Baharami (LCC) (87 fantasy points/match) vs William Sewell (WIM) (25 fantasy points/match)
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
- Safe Captain Pick: Usman Ghani (LCC) – Unmatched fantasy average, explosive batting, and wicket-taking ability.
- Safe Vice-Captain Pick: James Crosthwaite (WIM) – Consistent high fantasy returns, multi-dimensional contributions.
- Bold Captain Pick: Tim Lloyd (WIM) – High sixes potential, can turn the match in a few overs.
- Bold Vice-Captain Pick: Ismail Baharami (LCC) – All-rounder with strong fantasy numbers and fielding impact.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Usman Ghani is the player to watch, with the highest averages in runs, sixes, wickets, and fantasy points. If Wimbledon can contain him, they will have a strong chance.
- James Crosthwaite and Tim Lloyd are Wimbledon's best hopes for a big total, especially if they can match Ghani’s six-hitting prowess.
- Joe Baldwin and James Ash Vie will be crucial with the ball for Wimbledon, tasked with breaking LCC’s top order.
- Ismail Baharami and Ali Raza provide LCC with depth and balance, capable of swinging the match with bat or ball.
Final Word
With both teams boasting strong records and match-winners, ECS England, Wimbledon, 2025 Group B Match Day 4 Match 36 promises to be a high-octane T10 clash. The battle between Wimbledon's consistency and LCC’s explosive firepower, led by Usman Ghani, will be the key narrative. Expect fireworks at Raynes Park Sports Ground as these two sides vie for supremacy and crucial group points.
Stay tuned for live action and updates!
- Usman Ghani – Batsman – Avg. Points: 206.0 – LCCC
- James Crosthwaite – Batsman – Avg. Points: 97.0 – WIM
- Ismail Baharami – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 87.0 – LCCC
- Tim Lloyd – Batsman – Avg. Points: 83.0 – WIM
- Hameed Ahmadzai – Batsman – Avg. Points: 76.0 – LCCC
- Ali Raza – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – LCCC
- Taha Muhammad – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 46.0 – LCCC
- Aqib Mehmood – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 43.0 – LCCC
- Edress Kamawal – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – LCCC
- Yash Tyagi – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – LCCC
- Tom Wilkins – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 36.0 – WIM
Number of players from each team:
- London County Cricket (LCCC): 7
- Wimbledon (WIM): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- All-Rounder: 5
- Bowler: 1
- Wicket-Keeper: 1
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