ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 – Qualifier 2: Bonn Blue Star (BBS) vs Dusseldorf Blackcaps (DB)
Finals Match Day 1, Match 23 | 18 July 2025 | 14:00 Local / 16:30 IST | Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground | T10 Format
The stage is set for a high-stakes encounter as the ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 enters its crucial Qualifier 2. On 18 July 2025, at the iconic Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground, Bonn Blue Star (BBS) will lock horns with the formidable Dusseldorf Blackcaps (DB) in Match 23 of the tournament. The action begins at 14:00 local time (16:30 IST), with both teams vying for a coveted spot in the finals. In a strategic move, Bonn Blue Star have won the toss and elected to field first, setting the tone for what promises to be a thrilling T10 contest.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most Sixes:
Jamshed Khan (DB) – With a staggering career average of 3 sixes per match (254 sixes in 71 matches), Jamshed is the undisputed six-hitting machine in this contest.Most Runs:
Jamshed Khan (DB) – Averaging 30 runs per match over a long career, he is the most consistent run-getter on either side.Most Wickets:
Haron Khan (BBS) – With a career average of 1 wicket per match and 28 matches under their belt, Haron leads the wicket-taking charts for this fixture.Match MVP:
Jamshed Khan (DB) – An extraordinary average of 81 fantasy points per match over 71 games, Jamshed is the top all-round fantasy performer and a likely MVP.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
- Matches Played: 30
- Matches Won: 15
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Haron Khan (69 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Haron Khan (54 points/match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Haron Khan (45 career sixes, 1 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Haron Khan (1 wicket per match, 28 wickets in 28 matches)
Bonn Blue Star have been a consistent force, balancing their campaign with a 50% win rate. Their fortunes often rest on the all-round brilliance of Haron Khan, who leads in both sixes and wickets, and is their most reliable fantasy performer.
Dusseldorf Blackcaps (DB)
- Matches Played: 34
- Matches Won: 26
- Win Percentage: 76.5%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Jamshed Khan (81 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Jamshed Khan (175 points/match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Jamshed Khan (254 career sixes, 3 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Abdulmajeed Ahmadzai (1 three-wicket match, 25 matches)
Dusseldorf Blackcaps have been the team to beat, boasting a remarkable 76.5% win rate. Their lineup is headlined by the explosive Jamshed Khan, who dominates both the batting and fantasy charts, while Abdulmajeed Ahmadzai provides crucial breakthroughs with the ball.
Player Highlights
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
Haron Khan – Bowler
A true match-winner, Haron Khan’s all-round prowess is reflected in their 1920 career fantasy points and an average of 69 per match. With 45 sixes, 25 fours, and a top score of 114, Haron is a genuine game-changer with the bat. Their bowling is equally potent, with 893 fantasy points and a career-best of 3 wickets in a match. Notably, Haron has claimed 6 Player of the Match awards, underlining their impact in crunch situations.
Asad Mohammad – All Rounder (Captain)
Asad Mohammad brings balance and leadership to BBS. With 914 career fantasy points (48 per match) and a high of 162 in a single game, Asad is a consistent performer. Their 21 sixes and 2 fifties highlight their batting threat, while 413 bowling fantasy points and a best of 2 wickets in a match show their value with the ball. Asad’s fielding is also sharp, with 8 career catches.
Haroon Javed – All Rounder
Haroon Javed is a dynamic all-rounder, amassing 681 career fantasy points at an average of 57 per match. Their batting is particularly explosive, with 31 sixes and 3 fifties, including a top score of 79. Haroon’s fielding adds further value, with 4 catches and 38 fielding fantasy points.
Aman Kapoor – Wicket Keeper
Aman Kapoor, with 71 career fantasy points (14 per match), is a reliable presence behind the stumps. Their batting contributions include 2 sixes and a top score of 19, while their fielding is highlighted by 1 catch and 8 fielding fantasy points.
Dusseldorf Blackcaps (DB)
Jamshed Khan – Batsman
Jamshed Khan is the tournament’s most dominant player, with 5782 career fantasy points (81 per match) and a jaw-dropping 876 points in the current event (175 per match). Their batting is on another level: 254 sixes, 117 fours, 13 fifties, and 3 hundreds, with a top score of 128. Jamshed’s 12 Player of the Match awards and a 0.17 award ratio make them the ultimate match-winner.
Udit Mehta – All Rounder
Udit Mehta is a versatile all-rounder, boasting 1281 career fantasy points (75 per match) and 441 in the current event (88 per match). With 47 sixes, 29 fours, and 5 fifties, Udit is a powerful batter. Their bowling is effective too, with 203 fantasy points and a best of 3 wickets in a match. Udit’s fielding is solid, with 6 catches.
Ubaid Manzoor – Batsman
Ubaid Manzoor has 520 career fantasy points (40 per match) and 349 in the current event (70 per match). Their batting is highlighted by 20 sixes and 12 fours, with a top score of 45. Ubaid’s fielding is also reliable, with 5 catches.
Abdulmajeed Ahmadzai – All Rounder (Captain)
Abdulmajeed Ahmadzai is a key all-rounder, with 1172 career fantasy points (47 per match) and 149 in the current event (30 per match). Their batting includes 21 sixes and a fifty, while their bowling has yielded 526 fantasy points and a best of 3 wickets in a match.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Jamshed Khan (DB) vs Haron Khan (BBS):
- Jamshed leads in sixes (3 per match vs Haron’s 1), runs (30 vs 14 per match), and fantasy points (81 vs 69 per match).
- Haron is the more effective wicket-taker (1 per match), but Jamshed’s all-round numbers make this a marquee battle.
Udit Mehta (DB) vs Asad Mohammad (BBS):
- Udit has a higher fantasy average (75 vs 48), more sixes (2 vs 1 per match), and a better bowling record (1 three-wicket match).
- Asad brings leadership and consistency, with a strong fielding record.
Ubaid Manzoor (DB) vs Haroon Javed (BBS):
- Both are explosive batters, but Ubaid’s current event form (70 fantasy points/match) gives them the edge.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
- Safe Captaincy Pick:
- Jamshed Khan (DB) – Unmatched consistency, six-hitting, and fantasy dominance.
- Safe Vice-Captain Pick:
- Haron Khan (BBS) – All-round contributions and proven match-winning ability.
- Bold Captaincy Option:
- Udit Mehta (DB) – High ceiling with both bat and ball, especially in the current event.
- Bold Vice-Captain Option:
- Haroon Javed (BBS) – Explosive batting potential and strong fantasy returns.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Jamshed Khan is the player to watch, with the ability to single-handedly change the game’s complexion.
- Haron Khan will be crucial for BBS, both as a wicket-taker and a power-hitter.
- Udit Mehta and Ubaid Manzoor provide DB with depth and firepower, making them a well-rounded unit.
- Asad Mohammad and Haroon Javed are BBS’s X-factors, capable of turning the tide with all-round performances.
With Dusseldorf Blackcaps’ superior win percentage and in-form stars, they enter as favorites, but Bonn Blue Star’s all-rounders and tactical acumen ensure this Qualifier 2 will be fiercely contested. Expect fireworks, big sixes, and a battle of fantasy titans as both teams chase a place in the ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 final.
Stay tuned for live action and updates from Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground as BBS and DB battle for glory!
- Jamshed Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 81.0 – DBC
- Udit Mehta – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 75.0 – DBC
- Haron Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 69.0 – BBS
- Haroon Javed – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 57.0 – BBS
- Asad Mohammad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – BBS
- Abdulmajeed Ahmadzai – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 47.0 – DBC
- Ubaid Manzoor – Batsman – Avg. Points: 40.0 – DBC
- Zaheer Abbas – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 40.0 – BBS
- Kashif Shahab – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 38.0 – DBC
- Vikesh Subramoniam – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 32.0 – DBC
- Ahmadzia Ahmadzai – Bowler – Avg. Points: 32.0 – DBC
Number of players from each team:
- Dusseldorf Blackcaps (DBC): 7
- Bonn Blue Star (BBS): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 6
- Batsman: 2
- Bowler: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 0
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