ECS Finland, 2025 – GHM vs OCC: Group B Match Day 1, Match 11 – Pre-Match Analysis
Event: ECS Finland, 2025
Match: Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM) vs Oulu CC (OCC)
Match Name: ECS Finland, 2025 Group B Match Day 1 Match 11
Date: 25 June 2025
Start Time: 09:15 Local Time | 10:45 IST
Venue: Kerava National Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Greater Helsinki Markhors won the toss and elected to field first.
Spotlight on Standout Players
Based on available career statistics, here are the players to watch out for in key categories:
Most Sixes Prediction:
Ghulfam Nazir (GHM) – With a career average of 2.0 sixes per match, Nazir is the most prolific six-hitter in this contest.Most Runs Prediction:
Ghulfam Nazir (GHM) – Averaging 25.0 runs per match, Nazir is also the leading candidate to top-score.Most Wickets Prediction:
Ziaur Rehman (GHM) and Muhammad Kashif (GHM) – Both average 1.0 wicket per match, making them the most consistent wicket-takers in this fixture.Match MVP Prediction:
Ziaur Rehman (GHM) – With an impressive 68.0 average fantasy points per match over their career, Rehman stands out as the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Introductions
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
- Team Colours: Light Blue (Primary), Dark Blue (Secondary)
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Ziaur Rehman (68.0 points/match)
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): Faheem Nellancheri (48 sixes in 28 matches, 1.0 per match)
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): Ziaur Rehman and Muhammad Kashif (1.0 wickets per match)
- Team Record: Data not available
Oulu CC (OCC)
- Team Colours: Not specified
- Strongest Player: No career data available for OCC players
- Top Batter/Bowler: No career data available
- Team Record: Data not available
Player Highlights
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
1. Ziaur Rehman – Batsman (Captain)
Rehman is the heartbeat of the Markhors, excelling with both bat and ball. In 8 career matches, they have amassed 542 fantasy points, averaging a remarkable 68.0 per match. Their highest single-match fantasy haul is 146, with a top batting score of 31 and a best bowling performance of 3 wickets in a match. Rehman’s all-round ability is further highlighted by 230 batting and 280 bowling fantasy points, making them a prime candidate for MVP.
2. Faheem Nellancheri – Batsman (Wicket Keeper)
A proven match-winner, Nellancheri has played 28 matches, scoring 1078 fantasy points (39.0 per match). With 48 sixes and 19 fours, they are the team’s most explosive batter. Nellancheri’s top score is 78, and they have two fifties to their name. Their fielding is also notable, with 7 catches and 56 fielding fantasy points. Nellancheri has twice been named Player of the Match, with a 7% award ratio.
3. Ghulfam Nazir – Batsman
Nazir is a rising star, averaging 53.0 fantasy points per match in just 3 games. Their aggressive style is evident with 7 sixes (2.0 per match) and a top score of 34. Nazir’s batting fantasy average is an impressive 49.0 per match, making them a key player to watch for both big hits and consistent scoring.
4. Muhammad Kashif – All Rounder
Kashif brings balance to the side, with 101 fantasy points in 3 matches (34.0 per match). While yet to make a mark with the bat, Kashif’s bowling is reliable, averaging 27.0 bowling fantasy points per match and a best of 2 wickets in a game. Their fielding is also solid, with 1 catch and 8 fielding points.
Oulu CC (OCC)
Note: No career or event data is available for OCC players, so analysis is based on roles and potential impact.
1. Sudheer Vishwakarma – All Rounder
As an all-rounder, Vishwakarma is expected to contribute with both bat and ball. Their versatility could be crucial in the T10 format.
2. Nuwan Dassanayake – Batsman (Captain)
Leading the side, Dassanayake’s role at the top of the order will be pivotal in setting a strong foundation for OCC.
3. Athith Sagar – Bowler
Sagar’s primary skill as a bowler will be vital in containing the aggressive GHM batters, especially in the powerplay overs.
4. Yasiru Peiris – Bowler (Wicket Keeper)
Peiris brings dual skills as a bowler and wicket keeper, offering flexibility in both bowling and fielding departments.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
GHM’s Ghulfam Nazir (25.0 runs/match, 2.0 sixes/match) vs OCC’s Athith Sagar (no data, but primary bowler). Nazir’s aggressive approach will test OCC’s new-ball attack.All-Rounder Battle:
Ziaur Rehman (GHM) vs Sudheer Vishwakarma (OCC). Rehman’s proven fantasy and wicket-taking record gives GHM an edge in the all-rounder stakes.Wicket Keeper Impact:
Faheem Nellancheri (GHM) vs Yasiru Peiris (OCC). Nellancheri’s experience and power-hitting could be a deciding factor.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Ziaur Rehman (GHM): Consistent all-rounder, highest average fantasy points, and regular wicket-taker.
- Faheem Nellancheri (GHM): Explosive batter and reliable wicket keeper, with a history of big fantasy hauls.
Bold Picks
- Ghulfam Nazir (GHM): High ceiling due to six-hitting ability and strong fantasy average in limited matches.
- Any OCC All-Rounder: If team news suggests a promoted role for Sudheer Vishwakarma or Shivaraj Kevala, they could be surprise packages.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Ziaur Rehman is the most complete player in this fixture, offering value in all departments.
- Faheem Nellancheri’s ability to clear the ropes and contribute behind the stumps makes them a dual threat.
- Ghulfam Nazir’s aggressive batting could swing the momentum in GHM’s favour early on.
OCC’s X-Factor:
With no historical data, OCC’s unpredictability could be their strength. If any of their all-rounders or top-order batters settle quickly, they could challenge the more statistically established GHM side.
Conclusion
The ECS Finland, 2025 Group B Match Day 1, Match 11 promises to be an exciting contest at the Kerava National Cricket Ground. Greater Helsinki Markhors enter as favourites, boasting players with proven fantasy and on-field records. Oulu CC, though an unknown quantity, will look to make a statement and upset the odds. Expect fireworks from the likes of Ghulfam Nazir and Faheem Nellancheri, while Ziaur Rehman’s all-round prowess could be the difference.
Stay tuned for a high-octane T10 clash as both teams vie for early momentum in the tournament!
- Ziaur Rehman – Batter – Avg. Points: 68.0 – GHM
- Ghulfam Nazir – Batter – Avg. Points: 53.0 – GHM
- Faheem Nellancheri – Batter – Avg. Points: 39.0 – GHM
- Farrukh Zeb – Bowler – Avg. Points: 36.0 – GHM
- Atif Rasheed – Batter – Avg. Points: 35.0 – GHM
- Muhammad Kashif – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 34.0 – GHM
- Sohail Amin – Bowler – Avg. Points: 25.0 – GHM
- Rizwan Ali – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 8.0 – GHM
- Naveed Shahid – Bowler – Avg. Points: 1.0 – GHM
Note: Only 9 players have valid average fantasy points data.
Number of players from each team:
- Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM): 9
- Oulu CC (OCC): 0
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batter: 3
- Bowler: 3
- All Rounder: 3
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