ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 – Group A Match Day 2, Match 9: Lenkerbeck Marl (LEM) vs VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG) – Pre-Match Analysis

Event: ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025
Match: Group A Match Day 2, Match 9 – LEM vs VG
Date: 15 July 2025
Start Time: 15:15 Local Time | 17:45 IST
Venue: Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: VfB Gelsenkirchen won the toss and elected to bat

Spotlight: Predicted Standouts

  • Most 6s:Muhammad Asif (VG) – Career average of 2.0 sixes per match, 55 career sixes, and 24 sixes already in this event.
  • Most Runs:Muhammad Asif (VG) – Career average of 22.0 runs per match, top score of 140, and 408 batting fantasy points in this event.
  • Most Wickets:Sheraz Zadran (LEM), Saadat Alkozai (LEM), Sufyan Sufyan (LEM), Harjot Singh (LEM), Arman Miakhil (LEM), Arfan Malik (LEM), Muhammad Raheel (VG) – All with a career average of 1.0 wickets per match.
  • Match MVP:Saadat Alkozai (LEM) – Highest average fantasy points per match over career (87.0), with a Player of the Match award in just 3 matches.

Team Introductions

Lenkerbeck Marl (LEM)

  • Matches Played: 3 | Wins: 2 | Win %: 66.7%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Saadat Alkozai (87.0)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Saadat Alkozai (87.0)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Arman Miakhil (6 sixes in 3 matches, 2.0 per match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Sheraz Zadran, Saadat Alkozai, Sufyan Sufyan, Harjot Singh, Arman Miakhil, Arfan Malik (all average 1.0 wickets per match)

VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG)

  • Matches Played: 26 | Wins: 9 | Win %: 34.6%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Muhammad Raheel (69.0)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Muhammad Asif (232.0)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Muhammad Asif (55 sixes in 26 matches, 2.0 per match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Muhammad Raheel (977 bowling fantasy points, 1.0 wickets per match)

Player Highlights

Lenkerbeck Marl (LEM)

Saadat Alkozai – All Rounder

With a staggering average of 87.0 fantasy points per match and a Player of the Match award in just three games, Alkozai is the heartbeat of LEM. Their all-round prowess is evident: 111 batting fantasy points and 110 bowling fantasy points in just three matches, with 3 sixes and 7 fours. Alkozai’s fielding is also sharp, with 3 catches and 28 fielding points.

Sheraz Zadran – Bowler

Zadran’s impact is felt with both ball and in the fantasy arena, averaging 62.0 fantasy points per match. With 136 bowling fantasy points and a best of 80 in a match, Zadran is LEM’s most reliable wicket-taker (1.0 wickets per match). Their fielding adds value, with a catch and 8 fielding points.

Arman Miakhil – Bowler

Miakhil is LEM’s most explosive six-hitter (2.0 per match, 6 in 3 games) and a consistent fantasy performer (44.0 avg). With 107 batting fantasy points and a top score of 34, Miakhil is a genuine game-changer with the bat and a safe pair of hands in the field.

Arfan Malik – All Rounder, Captain

The experienced Malik (12 matches) brings balance and leadership, with 541 career fantasy points and a 45.0 average. Their all-round skills are reflected in 121 batting and 292 bowling fantasy points, and a solid fielding record (10 catches).

VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG)

Muhammad Asif – Batsman

Asif is the tournament’s most dangerous batter, with a career average of 22.0 runs and 2.0 sixes per match. Their 408 batting fantasy points in this event, including a century, underline their form. Asif’s 1440 career fantasy points and 55.0 average make them a top MVP candidate.

Muhammad Raheel – All Rounder

Raheel is VG’s fantasy leader (69.0 avg), with 1586 career points. Their bowling is a major asset (977 points, 1.0 wickets per match), and they have three Player of the Match awards. Raheel’s all-round skills make them a must-watch.

Shazhaib Khan – Batsman

Khan is a consistent performer, with 1067 career fantasy points and a 56.0 average. Their 37 career sixes and 21.0 runs per match make them a key threat. Khan’s fielding and occasional bowling add further value.

Raj Bhushan – All Rounder

Bhushan’s 419 career fantasy points and 20.0 average are boosted by a five-wicket haul (160 bowling points in a match). Their 337 bowling points and 1.0 wickets per match make them a potential match-winner with the ball.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Big Hitter Showdown:

    • Arman Miakhil (LEM) vs Muhammad Asif (VG)
      • Miakhil: 2.0 sixes/match, 17.0 runs/match
      • Asif: 2.0 sixes/match, 22.0 runs/match, 408 event batting points

  • Bowling Battle:

    • Sheraz Zadran (LEM) vs Muhammad Raheel (VG)
      • Zadran: 1.0 wickets/match, 45.0 bowling points/match
      • Raheel: 1.0 wickets/match, 42.0 bowling points/match

  • Fantasy MVPs:

    • Saadat Alkozai (LEM) (87.0 avg) vs Muhammad Asif (VG) (55.0 avg, 232.0 in event)

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Muhammad Asif (VG): Consistent high scores, sixes, and fantasy points.
  • Saadat Alkozai (LEM): All-rounder with top fantasy average and fielding impact.

Bold Picks:

  • Sheraz Zadran (LEM): High-impact bowler, can swing the match with wickets.
  • Muhammad Raheel (VG): All-rounder with a history of big fantasy hauls and Player of the Match awards.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Muhammad Asif is in red-hot form, with a century and 24 sixes in the current event.
    • Saadat Alkozai is the most complete all-rounder, contributing in all departments.
    • Sheraz Zadran and Muhammad Raheel could decide the match with their bowling.

  • Fantasy Watch:

    • LEM’s all-rounders (Alkozai, Malik) and VG’s power hitters (Asif, Khan) are must-haves.
    • Fielding points could be crucial, with several players averaging 4+ per match.

  • Match Narrative:

    • LEM’s higher win percentage and all-round depth face off against VG’s explosive batting and experienced campaigners.
    • The toss advantage to VG (batting first) could set up a high-scoring chase, but LEM’s bowlers are primed to respond.

Conclusion

With both teams boasting explosive batters and impactful all-rounders, ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 Group A Match Day 2 Match 9 promises to be a high-octane T10 contest. Expect fireworks from Muhammad Asif and Saadat Alkozai, while the battle between the bowling units could ultimately decide the outcome. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the all-rounders and big hitters as the action unfolds at Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground.

Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling encounter!

  1. Saadat Alkozai – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 87.0 – LM
  2. Muhammad Raheel – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 69.0 – VFBG
  3. Sheraz Zadran – Bowler – Avg. Points: 62.0 – LM
  4. Shazhaib Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 56.0 – VFBG
  5. Ace Pruss – Batsman – Avg. Points: 55.0 – VFBG
  6. Muhammad Asif – Batsman – Avg. Points: 55.0 – VFBG
  7. Harjot Singh – Bowler – Avg. Points: 51.0 – LM
  8. Arfan Malik – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 45.0 – LM
  9. Arman Miakhil – Bowler – Avg. Points: 44.0 – LM
  10. Sufyan Sufyan – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 43.0 – LM
  11. Omair Chaudhry – Batsman – Avg. Points: 37.0 – LM

Number of players from each team:

  • Lenkerbeck Marl (LM): 7
  • VfB Gelsenkirchen (VFBG): 4

Number of players from each skill type:

  • All Rounder: 4
  • Batsman: 4
  • Bowler: 3
  • Wicket Keeper: 0

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