ECS Finland, 2025 – FCCG vs GHM: Group B Match Day 2, Match 19 – Pre-Match Analysis
Event: ECS Finland, 2025
Match: FinCC Gladiators (FCCG) vs Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
Match Name: Group B Match Day 2, Match 19
Date: 26 June 2025
Start Time: 15:15 Local Time | 16:45 IST
Venue: Kerava National Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: FinCC Gladiators won the toss and elected to field first.
Spotlight on Standout Players
Most 6s Prediction:
Faheem Nellancheri (GHM), Ziaur Rehman (GHM), Atif Rasheed (GHM), Ghulfam Nazir (GHM), Ashish Chowdhury (FCCG), and Sunilkumar Mohandas (FCCG) all average 1.0 six per match in their careers. Among them, Faheem Nellancheri leads with 58 career sixes, making him the prime candidate to clear the ropes most often.Most Runs Prediction:
Faheem Nellancheri (GHM) boasts the highest career average runs per match (17.0), closely followed by Ziaur Rehman (16.0). Nellancheri’s consistency and power-hitting make him the top pick to anchor the innings.Most Wickets Prediction:
Balajee Selvaraj (FCCG) and Gaurav Pensia (FCCG) both average 2.0 wickets per match, the highest among all players in this fixture. Selvaraj’s recent three-wicket haul in the current event further strengthens his claim.Match MVP Prediction:
Ziaur Rehman (GHM) leads with a remarkable 75.0 average fantasy points per match over his career, making him the frontrunner for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
- Matches Played: 5
- Matches Won: 2
- Win Percentage: 40%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Ziaur Rehman (75.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Atif Rasheed (105.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Faheem Nellancheri (58 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Ziaur Rehman (1.0 wickets per match, 10 wickets in 10 matches)
FinCC Gladiators (FCCG)
- Matches Played: Data not available
- Matches Won: Data not available
- Win Percentage: Data not available
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Balajee Selvaraj (69.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Balajee Selvaraj (69.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Ashish Chowdhury (4 career sixes in 3 matches, 1.0 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Balajee Selvaraj (2.0 wickets per match, 4 wickets in 2 matches)
Player Highlights
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
Faheem Nellancheri – Batsman, GHM
A dynamic wicketkeeper-batter, Nellancheri is the backbone of GHM’s batting. With 1,266 career fantasy points and an average of 42.0 per match, he’s a proven match-winner. His 58 career sixes and 22 fours highlight his aggressive intent, and his top score of 78 underlines his ability to play big innings. In the current event, he’s averaging a staggering 94.0 fantasy points per match, including a recent fifty. With two Player of the Match awards, Nellancheri is a reliable fantasy and real-world pick.
Ziaur Rehman – Batsman, GHM (Captain)
Rehman’s all-round prowess is reflected in his 747 career fantasy points from just 10 matches (75.0 per match). He’s contributed 10 sixes and 18 fours, and while his top score is 34, his impact is amplified by his bowling—346 bowling fantasy points and a three-wicket haul in his career. He’s also the team’s leading wicket-taker and a previous Player of the Match, making him a true game-changer.
Atif Rasheed – Batsman, GHM
Rasheed’s 629 career fantasy points in 14 matches (45.0 per match) and a current event average of 105.0 highlight his recent form. He’s hit 14 sixes and 17 fours, with a top score of 86 and a highest match fantasy score of 204. His ability to score quickly and consistently makes him a key threat.
Farrukh Zeb – Bowler, GHM
With 265 career fantasy points in 8 matches (33.0 per match), Zeb is a valuable asset. He’s contributed with both bat (7 sixes, 3 fours) and ball (83 bowling fantasy points), and his top score of 45 shows he can chip in with the bat. His fielding is solid, with 1 catch and 8 fielding fantasy points.
FinCC Gladiators (FCCG)
Balajee Selvaraj – Bowler, FCCG
Selvaraj is the Gladiators’ standout performer, with 137 career fantasy points in just 2 matches (69.0 per match). His bowling is his main weapon—121 bowling fantasy points, including a three-wicket match in the current event. He’s also contributed in the field with a catch.
Ashish Chowdhury – All Rounder, FCCG
Chowdhury’s 102 career fantasy points in 3 matches (34.0 per match) come mainly from his batting (92 points, 4 sixes, 2 fours). His top score of 32 and highest match fantasy score of 68 show his ability to make an impact. He’s also a handy bowler, though yet to take a wicket.
Sunilkumar Mohandas – All Rounder, FCCG (Captain)
Mohandas has 136 career fantasy points in 3 matches (45.0 per match), with 56 from batting (3 sixes, 1 four) and 54 from bowling (2 wickets in a match). His all-round skills and leadership make him a key player.
Nishith Singh – Wicket Keeper, FCCG
Singh’s 90 career fantasy points in 3 matches (30.0 per match) are built on solid batting (62 points, 2 sixes, 4 fours) and fielding (2 catches). His top score of 18 and highest match fantasy score of 36 show his potential to contribute in both departments.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Faheem Nellancheri (GHM) vs Balajee Selvaraj (FCCG):
Nellancheri’s aggressive batting (1.0 sixes per match, 17.0 runs per match) will be tested by Selvaraj’s wicket-taking ability (2.0 wickets per match, 61.0 bowling fantasy points per match). This battle could set the tone for the match.Ziaur Rehman (GHM) vs Ashish Chowdhury (FCCG):
Both are all-rounders with high fantasy averages (Rehman 75.0, Chowdhury 34.0). Rehman’s dual threat with bat and ball will be crucial against Chowdhury’s power-hitting and handy bowling.Atif Rasheed (GHM) vs Sunilkumar Mohandas (FCCG):
Rasheed’s current event form (105.0 fantasy points per match) makes him a danger, while Mohandas’s all-round contributions (45.0 per match) could be pivotal for FCCG.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Ziaur Rehman (GHM): Consistent all-rounder, highest career fantasy average.
- Faheem Nellancheri (GHM): Explosive batter, top six-hitter, and high event average.
Bold Choices:
- Balajee Selvaraj (FCCG): High wicket-taking potential, best fantasy average for FCCG.
- Atif Rasheed (GHM): In red-hot form this event, capable of big scores.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Ziaur Rehman for his all-round impact and fantasy consistency.
- Faheem Nellancheri for his six-hitting and run-scoring ability.
- Balajee Selvaraj for his wicket-taking prowess.
- Atif Rasheed for his current event form and explosive batting.
Fantasy Focus:
GHM’s top order is stacked with power-hitters and all-rounders, while FCCG’s bowling attack, led by Selvaraj, will look to make early inroads. The battle between GHM’s batters and FCCG’s bowlers could decide the outcome.Fielding Impact:
Players like Nishith Singh (FCCG) and Akhil Arjunan (GHM) have shown sharpness in the field, which could prove decisive in the T10 format.
Conclusion
With both teams boasting explosive batters and potent all-rounders, ECS Finland, 2025 Group B Match Day 2 Match 19 promises to be a high-octane contest. GHM’s experience and firepower will be tested by FCCG’s emerging talents and bowling strength. Expect fireworks at the Kerava National Cricket Ground as these two sides vie for crucial points in the group stage.
Stay tuned for live action and updates!
- Ziaur Rehman – Batsman – Avg. Points: 75.0 – GHM
- Balajee Selvaraj – Bowler – Avg. Points: 69.0 – FCG
- Gaurav Pensia – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 65.0 – FCG
- Atif Rasheed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 45.0 – GHM
- Sunilkumar Mohandas – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – FCG
- Faheem Nellancheri – Batsman – Avg. Points: 42.0 – GHM
- Ghulfam Nazir – Batsman – Avg. Points: 35.0 – GHM
- Ashish Chowdhury – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 34.0 – FCG
- Farrukh Zeb – Bowler – Avg. Points: 33.0 – GHM
- Nishith Singh – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 30.0 – FCG
- Bhavani Adapaka – Bowler – Avg. Points: 26.0 – FCG
Number of players from each team:
- Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM): 5
- FinCC Gladiators (FCG): 6
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 4
- All Rounder: 3
- Bowler: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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