ECS Finland, 2025 – GHM vs VVP: Group B Match Day 2, Match 20 – Preview
Event: ECS Finland, 2025
Match: Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM) vs Vantaa Vipers (VVP)
Match Name: Group B Match Day 2, Match 20
Date: 26 June 2025
Start Time: 17:15 Local Time | 18:45 IST
Venue: Kerava National Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Greater Helsinki Markhors won the toss and elected to field.
Spotlight on Standout Players
- Most 6s Prediction:Sasindu Wijemuni (VVP) – Career average of 5 sixes per match, a clear power-hitter in the Vipers’ lineup.
- Most Runs Prediction:Sasindu Wijemuni (VVP) – Career average of 41 runs per match, making them the most consistent run-scorer in this contest.
- Most Wickets Prediction:Ziaur Rehman (GHM) – Career average of 1 wicket per match, the only player in this match with a wicket-per-game record.
- Match MVP Prediction:Sasindu Wijemuni (VVP) – Highest average fantasy points per match (105.0), indicating all-round impact.
Team Introductions
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
- Matches Played: 5
- Matches Won: 2
- Win Percentage: 40%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Ziaur Rehman (68.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Atif Rasheed (70.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Faheem Nellancheri (58 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Ziaur Rehman (1 wicket per match, 3-wicket haul in career)
The Markhors, donning light blue, have shown flashes of brilliance, especially through their all-rounders and experienced batters. With a balanced squad and a few proven match-winners, they will look to leverage their home advantage at Kerava.
Vantaa Vipers (VVP)
- Matches Played: 14
- Matches Won: 6
- Win Percentage: 42.86%
- Strongest Player (Career & Event Fantasy Avg): Sasindu Wijemuni (105.0)
- Top Six-Hitter: Sasindu Wijemuni (16 sixes in just 3 matches, 5 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: No VVP bowler has taken a wicket per match; bowling impact is spread thin.
The Vipers, in dark blue, have a slightly better win record and a clear batting powerhouse in Wijemuni. Their challenge will be to support their star with both bat and ball to overcome the Markhors’ all-round depth.
Player Highlights
Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM)
1. Ziaur Rehman (Captain, Batsman)
With 747 career fantasy points in 11 matches (68.0 avg), Ziaur is the Markhors’ most reliable fantasy performer. Their all-round contributions are evident: 361 batting points, 346 bowling points, and a Player of the Match award. Ziaur’s 1 wicket per match and a 3-wicket haul highlight their bowling threat, while 10 sixes and 18 fours show their ability to accelerate with the bat.
2. Atif Rasheed (Batsman)
A consistent performer, Atif boasts 629 career fantasy points in 15 matches (42.0 avg), with a current event average of 70.0. Their top score of 86 and a highest match fantasy haul of 204 points underline their match-winning potential. Atif’s 14 sixes and 17 fours make them a key middle-order batter.
3. Faheem Nellancheri (Wicket Keeper, Batsman)
Faheem is the Markhors’ six-hitting machine (58 career sixes) and has 1,266 career fantasy points in 31 matches (41.0 avg). With 3 fifties and a top score of 78, Faheem is a proven T10 performer. Their wicket-keeping skills add further value, with 7 career catches.
4. Muhammad Kashif (All Rounder)
Kashif brings balance with 124 career fantasy points in 6 matches (21.0 avg). While their batting hasn’t fired yet, their bowling (15.0 avg fantasy points per match) and fielding (2.0 avg) make them a utility pick.
Vantaa Vipers (VVP)
1. Sasindu Wijemuni (Batsman)
The Vipers’ talisman, Sasindu, has 315 fantasy points in just 3 matches (105.0 avg). With a top score of 82 and 16 sixes (5 per match), they are the most explosive batter in this fixture. A Player of the Match award in just 3 games (33% ratio) highlights their match-winning ability.
2. Piumal Madhusanka (Batsman)
Piumal has 136 fantasy points in 3 matches (45.0 avg), with a fifty and 6 sixes already. Their top score of 51 and consistent fantasy returns make them a solid supporting act to Wijemuni.
3. Damith Samaranayake (All Rounder)
Damith’s 134 fantasy points in 3 matches (45.0 avg) come from both bat and ball. With 3 sixes and 2 wickets, Damith’s all-round skills could be crucial in the middle overs.
4. Pavan Karunarathne (Bowler)
Pavan has 117 fantasy points in 3 matches (39.0 avg), with 3 sixes and a top bowling fantasy score of 40. Their ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes them a valuable asset.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Sasindu Wijemuni (VVP) vs Ziaur Rehman (GHM):
- Wijemuni: 41 runs/match, 5 sixes/match, 105 fantasy points/match
- Ziaur: 15 runs/match, 1 wicket/match, 68 fantasy points/match
- Narrative: Can Ziaur’s all-round skills contain the explosive Wijemuni?
Faheem Nellancheri (GHM) vs Damith Samaranayake (VVP):
- Faheem: 16 runs/match, 1 six/match, 41 fantasy points/match
- Damith: 7 runs/match, 1 wicket/match, 45 fantasy points/match
- Narrative: Faheem’s experience vs Damith’s all-round promise.
Atif Rasheed (GHM) vs Piumal Madhusanka (VVP):
- Atif: 12 runs/match, 42 fantasy points/match
- Piumal: 19 runs/match, 45 fantasy points/match
- Narrative: Both are in good form; a key battle in the middle order.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Captain: Sasindu Wijemuni (VVP) – Highest fantasy average, six-hitting ability, and Player of the Match pedigree.
- Vice-Captain: Ziaur Rehman (GHM) – Consistent all-rounder, wicket-taking ability, and high fantasy ceiling.
Bold Choices:
- Captain: Atif Rasheed (GHM) – High event average, capable of big scores.
- Vice-Captain: Damith Samaranayake (VVP) – All-round potential, can surprise with both bat and ball.
Insights & Key Matchups
Game-Changers:
- Sasindu Wijemuni is the most likely to dominate with the bat, especially in the powerplay.
- Ziaur Rehman is the only player with a wicket-per-match record and can swing the game with both bat and ball.
- Faheem Nellancheri and Atif Rasheed provide depth and experience for GHM, while Piumal Madhusanka and Damith Samaranayake are the Vipers’ X-factors.
Fantasy Focus:
- Prioritize all-rounders and power-hitters in your fantasy XI.
- GHM’s bowling depth vs VVP’s top-heavy batting will be the contest’s defining battle.
Final Word
With both teams boasting explosive batters and a handful of all-rounders, expect a high-octane T10 clash at Kerava. The Vipers will rely heavily on Sasindu Wijemuni’s fireworks, while the Markhors’ all-round strength and home advantage could prove decisive. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the key matchups and be ready for a contest that could swing in a matter of overs.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling encounter in ECS Finland, 2025!
- Sasindu Wijemuni – Batsman – Avg. Points: 105.0 – VV
- Ziaur Rehman – Batsman – Avg. Points: 68.0 – GHM
- Damith Samaranayake – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – VV
- Piumal Madhusanka – Batsman – Avg. Points: 45.0 – VV
- Atif Rasheed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 42.0 – GHM
- Faheem Nellancheri – Batsman – Avg. Points: 41.0 – GHM
- Pavan Karunarathne – Bowler – Avg. Points: 39.0 – VV
- Ghulfam Nazir – Batsman – Avg. Points: 29.0 – GHM
- Farrukh Zeb – Bowler – Avg. Points: 29.0 – GHM
- Muhammad Kashif – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 21.0 – GHM
- Gihan Silva – Batsman – Avg. Points: 20.0 – VV
Number of players from each team:
- Vantaa Vipers (VV): 5
- Greater Helsinki Markhors (GHM): 6
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 6
- All Rounder: 2
- Bowler: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 0
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