ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025: SC Krefeld Boosters vs Bonn Blue Star – Group B Match Day 2, Match 20 Preview
Event: ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025
Match: SC Krefeld Boosters (SCKB) vs Bonn Blue Star (BBS) – Group B Match Day 2, Match 20
Date: 17 July 2025
Start Time: 17:30 Local Time | 20:00 IST
Venue: Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: SC Krefeld Boosters won the toss and elected to bat
Spotlight on the Standouts
As the ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, Match 20 brings together two formidable sides: SC Krefeld Boosters and Bonn Blue Star. With both teams boasting a blend of experience and emerging talent, this encounter promises fireworks at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground.
Predicted Statistical Leaders
Most Sixes:
Haroon Javed (BBS) – With a career average of 3 sixes per match, Javed is the most prolific six-hitter in this contest.Most Runs:
Haroon Javed (BBS) – Averaging 27 runs per match, Javed is also the leading candidate to top the run charts.Most Wickets:
Haron Khan (BBS) – With a career average of 1 wicket per match, Khan is the most consistent wicket-taker among the available data.Match MVP:
Aritharan Vaseekaran (SCKB) – With a stellar average of 65 fantasy points per match over his career, Vaseekaran stands out as the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
SC Krefeld Boosters (SCKB)
- Matches Played: 31
- Matches Won: 18
- Win Percentage: 58.1%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Aritharan Vaseekaran (65 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Aritharan Vaseekaran (65 points/match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Aritharan Vaseekaran (120 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Mahintha Mahendran (career best 3 wickets in a match, 1 three-wicket haul)
The Boosters have been a model of consistency, with a strong win percentage and a core of experienced campaigners. Their batting firepower is led by Vaseekaran, while Mahintha Mahendran provides balance with both bat and ball.
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
- Matches Played: 28
- Matches Won: 14
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Haron Khan (68 points/match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Haroon Javed (65 points/match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Haroon Javed (31 career sixes, 3 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Haron Khan (career best 3 wickets in a match, 2 three-wicket hauls)
Bonn Blue Star are a well-rounded side, with a balanced record and several match-winners. Their strength lies in their explosive batting, particularly through Haroon Javed, and the wicket-taking ability of Haron Khan.
Player Highlights
SC Krefeld Boosters (SCKB)
Aritharan Vaseekaran – Batsman
A true talisman for SCKB, Vaseekaran’s numbers are exceptional: 50 matches, 3235 career fantasy points, and a remarkable 65 points per match both in his career and the current event. With 120 sixes and 96 fours, he is the most destructive batter in this fixture. His 11 Player of the Match awards (22% of matches) underline his match-winning pedigree. In the current event, he’s already amassed 196 points, including a recent fifty.
Mahintha Mahendran – All Rounder, Captain
Mahendran brings all-round value, with 553 career fantasy points and a 37-point average per match. He has a Player of the Match award to his name and is in good form this event (117 points, 39 per match). His 7 sixes and 11 fours, along with a best of 3 wickets in a match, make him a key contributor in both departments.
Sakeshkanth Indran – Wicket Keeper
Indran is a reliable presence behind the stumps, with 585 career fantasy points and a 29-point average per match. He’s also a handy batter, with 21 sixes and a fifty to his name. His fielding is top-notch, averaging 6 fielding points per match and 11 career catches.
Thinesh Rajakulasingam – All Rounder
With 983 career fantasy points and a 38-point average per match, Rajakulasingam is a consistent performer. He’s hit 26 sixes and 23 fours, and while his bowling has yet to yield a three-wicket haul, his all-round skills add depth to the Boosters’ lineup.
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
Haron Khan – Bowler
Khan is BBS’s fantasy leader, with 1763 career points and a 68-point average per match. He’s a genuine all-round threat, with 39 sixes, 24 fours, and a top score of 114. His bowling is equally potent, with two three-wicket hauls and a best of 3 wickets in a match. Five Player of the Match awards (19% of matches) highlight his ability to turn games.
Haroon Javed – All Rounder
Javed is the most explosive batter in the BBS ranks, averaging 59 batting fantasy points per match and 3 sixes per game. With 31 sixes in just 10 matches and a top score of 79, he’s a game-changer. His current event form is red-hot, with 183 batting points and a recent fifty.
Zaheer Abbas – All Rounder
Abbas is a steady all-rounder, with 1029 career fantasy points and a 41-point average per match. He’s contributed 28 fours and 14 sixes, and while his bowling hasn’t yielded big hauls recently, his fielding (10 career catches) adds value.
Asad Mohammad – All Rounder, Captain
Mohammad brings experience and leadership, with 823 career fantasy points and a 48-point average per match. He’s hit 21 sixes and 4 fours, and his all-round skills are complemented by a Player of the Match award. His fielding is also a plus, with 7 catches.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Aritharan Vaseekaran (SCKB) vs Haron Khan (BBS):
Vaseekaran’s 2 sixes per match and 25 runs per match will be tested by Khan’s wicket-taking ability (1 per match) and all-round threat.Haroon Javed (BBS) vs Mahintha Mahendran (SCKB):
Javed’s explosive batting (3 sixes, 27 runs per match) faces Mahendran’s all-round skills and knack for breakthroughs.Sakeshkanth Indran (SCKB) vs Zaheer Abbas (BBS):
Indran’s consistency with the bat and gloves will be up against Abbas’s all-round contributions and sharp fielding.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Aritharan Vaseekaran (SCKB): Consistent fantasy returns, high six-hitting ability, and proven match-winner.
- Haron Khan (BBS): All-rounder with high fantasy ceiling and regular Player of the Match awards.
Bold Picks
- Haroon Javed (BBS): Explosive batter, capable of single-handedly changing the game with his six-hitting.
- Mahintha Mahendran (SCKB): All-rounder in form this event, offers both batting and bowling points.
Insights & Key Matchups
This match is set to be a battle of power-hitters and all-rounders. The Boosters’ reliance on Vaseekaran’s batting and Mahendran’s all-round skills will be tested by the Blue Star’s dynamic duo of Khan and Javed. Fielding could also play a decisive role, with both teams boasting sharp wicket keepers and agile fielders.
Potential Game-Changers:
- Aritharan Vaseekaran (SCKB): If he gets going, SCKB could post a daunting total.
- Haroon Javed (BBS): His six-hitting can quickly change the momentum.
- Haron Khan (BBS): With both bat and ball, he can swing the match in BBS’s favor.
- Mahintha Mahendran (SCKB): A strong all-round performance could tip the scales for the Boosters.
With both teams evenly matched and several players in top form, expect a thrilling contest that could go down to the wire. Stay tuned for what promises to be a high-scoring, action-packed T10 encounter at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground!
- Haron Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 68.0 – BBS
- Aritharan Vaseekaran – Batsman – Avg. Points: 65.0 – SKB
- Haroon Javed – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 65.0 – BBS
- Asad Mohammad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – BBS
- Zaheer Abbas – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – BBS
- Aritharan Thivakaran – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 39.0 – SKB
- Thinesh Rajakulasingam – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 38.0 – SKB
- Mahintha Mahendran – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 37.0 – SKB
- Sakeshkanth Indran – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 29.0 – SKB
- Ameya Deshpande – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 28.0 – BBS
- Ashish Makkar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 19.0 – BBS
Number of players from each team:
- Bonn Blue Star (BBS): 6
- SC Krefeld Boosters (SKB): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 7
- Bowler: 1
- Batsman: 1
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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