ECS Gibraltar, 2025: Gaming CC (GAM) vs Pirates (PIR) – Match 6 Preview
Event: ECS Gibraltar, 2025
Match: Gaming CC vs Pirates (Match 6, Single Group Match Day 1)
Date: 2nd August 2025
Start Time: 19:00 Local Time | 21:30 IST
Venue: Europa Sports Complex
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Pirates won the toss and elected to field
Setting the Stage
The ECS Gibraltar, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, and Match 6 promises to be a compelling contest as Gaming CC (GAM) take on the seasoned Pirates (PIR) at the iconic Europa Sports Complex. With the Pirates opting to field first after winning the toss, both teams will be eager to stamp their authority early in the tournament.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Based on career and event statistics, here are the players to watch for key match-impacting performances:
Most 6s in the Match:
Brent Kay (PIR) – With a career average of 1.0 sixes per match and 7 sixes in just 7 matches, Kay is the most likely to clear the ropes.Most Runs in the Match:
Brent Kay (PIR) – Averaging 13 runs per match, Kay again leads the pack as the most consistent run-scorer.Most Wickets in the Match:
While no player boasts a significant wickets-per-match average, Ashish Gianani (PIR) and Sajan Singh (GAM) have shown the ability to contribute with the ball, with Gianani having a three-wicket haul in his career.Match MVP (Highest Career Fantasy Points Average):
Brent Kay (PIR) – An outstanding 40.0 average fantasy points per match over his career makes him the top MVP candidate.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Gaming CC (GAM)
- Team Colours: Green (Primary), Black (Secondary)
- Key Player (Career Fantasy Points Average): Sajan Singh (17.0 per match)
- Key Player (Current Event Fantasy Points Average): Paddy Hatchman (28.0 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Paddy Hatchman (13 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Sajan Singh (89 bowling fantasy points, 0.0 wickets per match)
- Matches Played/Won/Win %: Data not available
Pirates (PIR)
- Team Colours: Black (Primary), Yellow (Secondary)
- Matches Played: 48
- Matches Won: 22
- Win Percentage: 45.8%
- Key Player (Career Fantasy Points Average): Brent Kay (40.0 per match)
- Key Player (Current Event Fantasy Points Average): David Robeson (49.0 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Kenroy Nestor (16 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Ashish Gianani (151 bowling fantasy points, 1 three-wicket match)
Player Highlights
Gaming CC (GAM)
Paddy Hatchman – All-Rounder
A veteran with 47 matches, Hatchman is a proven performer with 4 Player of the Match awards (8.5% award ratio). He has amassed 348 career fantasy points, with a best of 58 in a single match. His 13 career sixes and 7.0 average fantasy points per match make him a key asset, especially with a strong start in the current event (28.0 average).
Sajan Singh – All-Rounder
Singh’s all-round skills are reflected in his 117 career fantasy points from just 7 matches (17.0 average). His bowling has been particularly effective, with 89 bowling fantasy points and a best of 35 in a match. He’s also started the event well, averaging 20.0 fantasy points per match.
Jonathan West – Wicket-Keeper
With 18 matches and 2 Player of the Match awards (11.1% ratio), West is a reliable presence behind the stumps. He has 18 career fantasy points and a best of 18 in a match, with a notable 12.0 average in the current event, boosted by his fielding contributions.
Harshdeep Singh – Bowler (Captain)
The captain brings experience from 29 matches, with 41 career fantasy points and a best of 33. His bowling has yielded 29 points, and he’s been impactful in the current event with 19.0 average fantasy points per match.
Pirates (PIR)
Brent Kay – Bowler
Kay is the Pirates’ most explosive player, with 281 career fantasy points in just 7 matches (40.0 average). He’s a genuine game-changer, with a high of 106 points in a match and a strong all-round record: 7 sixes, 10 fours, and 27 bowling fantasy points. His current event form is also impressive (27.0 average).
Kenroy Nestor – Batsman
A stalwart with 78 matches and 9 Player of the Match awards (11.5% ratio), Nestor has 811 career fantasy points and 16 sixes. His 10.0 average fantasy points per match and 13.0 in the current event make him a consistent threat.
Richard Cunningham – Bowler
Cunningham’s 49-match career includes 2 Player of the Match awards. He’s tallied 146 career fantasy points (3.0 average), with a best of 86 in a match. His bowling (94 points) and recent event form (16.0 average) are noteworthy.
David Robeson – Batsman
Robeson has 122 career fantasy points from 27 matches (5.0 average), but his current event performance is eye-catching: 98 points in the event, averaging 49.0 per match, including 4 sixes and 3 fours.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Brent Kay (PIR) vs Paddy Hatchman (GAM):
Both are all-rounders with the ability to change the game. Kay’s 40.0 average fantasy points per match dwarfs Hatchman’s 7.0, but Hatchman’s event form (28.0) is promising.Kenroy Nestor (PIR) vs Sajan Singh (GAM):
Nestor’s experience and 16 sixes make him a top batter, while Singh’s all-round skills and 17.0 fantasy average could counter Nestor’s impact.Richard Cunningham (PIR) vs Harshdeep Singh (GAM):
Both bowlers have similar fantasy averages (Cunningham 3.0, Singh 1.0), but Cunningham’s event form (16.0) gives him the edge.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Brent Kay (PIR): Highest career and event fantasy averages, consistent all-rounder.
- Kenroy Nestor (PIR): Proven match-winner with high six-hitting potential.
Bold Picks:
- Sajan Singh (GAM): High event average, potential for a breakout all-round performance.
- David Robeson (PIR): In red-hot form this event, could be a surprise MVP.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Brent Kay is the clear fantasy and statistical leader, with the ability to dominate with both bat and ball.
- Kenroy Nestor and David Robeson provide depth to the Pirates’ batting, while Richard Cunningham offers bowling stability.
- For Gaming CC, Paddy Hatchman and Sajan Singh are the best hopes for a match-winning performance, especially if they can replicate their event form.
- The Pirates’ experience (48 matches, 45.8% win rate) gives them a psychological edge, but T10’s unpredictability means Gaming CC’s in-form players could spring a surprise.
Final Word
With the Pirates electing to field first, expect early fireworks from Gaming CC’s top order, but the Pirates’ depth and experience make them favourites. Watch for Brent Kay’s all-round brilliance and the battle between the teams’ leading all-rounders to decide the outcome of Match 6 at ECS Gibraltar, 2025.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling T10 encounter!
- Brent Kay – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – Pirates
- Sajan Singh – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 17.0 – Gaming CC
- Ben Wood – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 16.0 – Pirates
- Harry Trewhella – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 16.0 – Gaming CC
- Kieron Ferrary – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 14.0 – Pirates
- Harry Pile – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 14.0 – Pirates
- Alex Sawyer – Bowler – Avg. Points: 12.0 – Pirates
- Kenroy Nestor – Batsman – Avg. Points: 10.0 – Pirates
- Umer Javed – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 9.0 – Gaming CC
- Ashish Gianani – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 8.0 – Pirates
- Paddy Hatchman – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 7.0 – Gaming CC
Number of players from each team:
- Pirates: 7
- Gaming CC: 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 5
- Bowler: 2
- Wicket-Keeper: 2
- Batsman: 1
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