ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 – Qualifier 1: VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG) vs Bonn Blue Star (BBS) – Match Preview
Event: ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025
Match: VG vs BBS, Finals Match Day 1, Match 22 (Qualifier 1)
Date: 18 July 2025
Start Time: 11:00 Local Time | 13:30 IST
Venue: Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Toss: Bonn Blue Star won the toss and elected to field
Match Type: Qualifier 1
Setting the Stage
The ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 has reached a pivotal moment as VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG) and Bonn Blue Star (BBS) lock horns in Qualifier 1. With a place in the grand finale at stake, both teams will be eager to bring their best to the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground. The T10 format promises a high-octane contest, where every ball can be a game-changer.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Most Sixes:
Muhammad Asif (VG) and Shazhaib Khan (VG), both with a career average of 2 sixes per match, are the leading contenders to clear the ropes most frequently.Most Runs:
Shazhaib Khan (VG) boasts the highest career average runs per match at 25, closely followed by Haroon Javed (BBS), also with 25. Expect these batters to anchor their respective line-ups.Most Wickets:
Haron Khan (BBS) and Muhammad Raheel (VG), each with a career average of 1 wicket per match, are the bowlers to watch for breakthroughs.Match MVP:
Muhammad Raheel (VG) and Haron Khan (BBS), both averaging 71 fantasy points per match over their careers, are the top candidates for the MVP title.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG)
- Matches Played: 28
- Matches Won: 11
- Win Percentage: 39%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Muhammad Raheel (71)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Muhammad Asif (139)
- Top Six-Hitter: Shazhaib Khan & Muhammad Asif (56 career sixes each)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Muhammad Raheel (career average 1 wicket per match)
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
- Matches Played: 29
- Matches Won: 15
- Win Percentage: 52%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Haron Khan (71)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Haron Khan (67)
- Top Six-Hitter: Haron Khan (45 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Haron Khan (career average 1 wicket per match)
Player Highlights
VfB Gelsenkirchen (VG)
Muhammad Asif – Batsman
A dynamic batter, Asif has played 28 matches, amassing 56 sixes and 47 fours, with a top score of 140. His career average of 21 runs per match and 2 sixes per match make him a constant threat. With 1 century and 2 fifties, he’s a proven match-winner, reflected in his 3 Player of the Match awards (10.7% award ratio). Asif’s current event form is red-hot, averaging 139 fantasy points per match.
Shazhaib Khan – Batsman
Khan’s consistency is his hallmark, with 21 matches yielding 56 sixes and 34 fours. He averages 25 runs and 2 sixes per match, with 4 fifties and a top score of 97. His fantasy impact is significant, averaging 66 points per match over his career and 103 in the current event. With 2 Player of the Match awards, he’s a reliable fantasy and real-world performer.
Ace Pruss – Batsman
Pruss brings all-round value, with 27 matches and 30 sixes to his name. He’s scored two fifties and has a top score of 79. Notably, Pruss has also contributed with the ball, taking a five-wicket haul and averaging 22 bowling fantasy points per match. His 3 Player of the Match awards (11.1% ratio) underline his match-winning potential.
Muhammad Raheel – All Rounder
Raheel is VG’s fantasy powerhouse, with 1,777 career points and a 71-point average per match. He’s a consistent wicket-taker (1 per match) and a handy batter with 25 sixes. His all-round skills have earned him 3 Player of the Match awards (12% ratio), and he remains a key figure in both fantasy and on-field impact.
Bonn Blue Star (BBS)
Haron Khan – Bowler
Khan is BBS’s talisman, with 27 matches, 45 sixes, and 2 fifties. He averages 15 runs and 1 wicket per match, with a top score of 114. His fantasy record is stellar: 1,920 career points and 71 per match. With 6 Player of the Match awards (22.2% ratio), Khan is a proven game-changer.
Haroon Javed – All Rounder
Javed’s 11 matches have produced 31 sixes and 3 fifties, with a top score of 79. He averages 25 runs per match and 54 fantasy points per match, with a current event average of 48. His ability to clear the ropes and anchor the innings makes him a vital cog in BBS’s line-up.
Zaheer Abbas – All Rounder
Abbas is a reliable all-rounder, with 26 matches, 16 sixes, and 29 fours. He averages 11 runs per match and 41 fantasy points per match. His fielding is also noteworthy, with 10 career catches.
Asad Mohammad – All Rounder (Captain)
Asad brings leadership and all-round skills, with 18 matches, 21 sixes, and 2 fifties. He averages 9 runs per match and 51 fantasy points per match. His bowling adds depth, with 413 career bowling fantasy points.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Shazhaib Khan (VG) (25 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 66 fantasy points/match) vs Haron Khan (BBS) (1 wicket/match, 33 bowling fantasy points/match, 71 overall fantasy points/match).
- Muhammad Asif (VG) (21 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 55 fantasy points/match) vs Zaheer Abbas (BBS) (11 runs/match, 41 fantasy points/match).
All-Rounder Showdown:
- Muhammad Raheel (VG) (1 wicket/match, 71 fantasy points/match) vs Haron Khan (BBS) (1 wicket/match, 71 fantasy points/match).
Power Hitters:
- Haroon Javed (BBS) (25 runs/match, 2 sixes/match, 54 fantasy points/match) vs Ace Pruss (VG) (11 runs/match, 1 six/match, 56 fantasy points/match).
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Haron Khan (BBS): Consistent fantasy returns, high impact with both bat and ball, and a strong Player of the Match record.
- Muhammad Raheel (VG): All-round contributions and a high fantasy average make him a reliable leader.
Bold Picks
- Muhammad Asif (VG): Explosive current form and six-hitting ability could yield massive returns.
- Haroon Javed (BBS): Capable of big scores and quick runs, ideal for the T10 format.
Insights & Key Matchups
- VG’s Batting Firepower: With Asif and Khan both averaging 2 sixes per match, VG’s top order can change the game in a matter of overs.
- BBS’s All-Round Strength: Haron Khan’s dual threat and Javed’s power hitting give BBS a balanced edge.
- Fantasy X-Factors: Ace Pruss and Zaheer Abbas offer all-round value, while Mirwali Jabarkheel (VG) and Aman Kapoor (BBS) could provide surprise points through fielding.
Potential Game-Changers:
- Haron Khan and Muhammad Raheel are the most likely to swing the match with their all-round skills.
- Shazhaib Khan and Muhammad Asif could dominate with the bat if they get going early.
Conclusion
Qualifier 1 of the ECS Germany, Krefeld, 2025 promises a thrilling contest between two well-matched sides. With explosive batters, crafty all-rounders, and proven match-winners on both teams, expect a high-scoring, action-packed T10 encounter. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the key players highlighted above, as they are poised to make the difference in this crucial knockout clash.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a memorable showdown at the Bayer Uerdingen Cricket Ground!
- Haron Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 71.0 – BBS
- Muhammad Raheel – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 71.0 – VFB
- Shazhaib Khan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 66.0 – VFB
- Haroon Javed – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 62.0 – BBS
- Ace Pruss – Batsman – Avg. Points: 56.0 – VFB
- Muhammad Asif – Batsman – Avg. Points: 55.0 – VFB
- Asad Mohammad – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 51.0 – BBS
- Zaheer Abbas – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – BBS
- Mirwali Jabarkheel – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 39.0 – VFB
- Gopinath Manoharan – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 37.0 – VFB
- Waqas Fatmi – Batsman – Avg. Points: 33.0 – VFB
Number of players from each team:
• VfB Gelsenkirchen (VFB): 7
• Bonn Blue Star (BBS): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
• Batsman: 4
• All Rounder: 4
• Bowler: 1
• Wicket Keeper: 2
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