ECS Gibraltar, 2025: Sloggers (SLG) vs Gaming CC (GAM) – Match 9 Preview
Event: ECS Gibraltar, 2025
Match: Sloggers (SLG) vs Gaming CC (GAM), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 9
Date: 3rd August 2025
Start Time: 10:45 Local Time | 13:15 IST
Venue: Europa Sports Complex
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Gaming CC won the toss and elected to bat
Setting the Stage
The ECS Gibraltar, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, and Match 9 promises to be a compelling contest as the Sloggers (SLG) take on Gaming CC (GAM) at the iconic Europa Sports Complex. With both teams eager to climb the group standings, this encounter is set to showcase some of the tournament’s most exciting talents.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Based on career and event statistics, here are the players to watch for key match-impacting performances:
Most Sixes:
Dylan Henshall (SLG) and Akila Rathnayake (SLG) both average 2.0 sixes per match, making them the most likely to clear the ropes.Most Runs:
Dylan Henshall (SLG) leads with a career average of 28 runs per match, closely followed by Akila Rathnayake (SLG) at 22.Most Wickets:
Sajan Singh (GAM) and Maanav Nayak (SLG) have the highest bowling fantasy points, but both average 0 wickets per match. However, Sajan Singh’s 17 bowling fantasy points per match and Nayak’s 23 suggest they are the bowlers to watch.Match MVP:
Dylan Henshall (SLG) stands out with a remarkable 90 average fantasy points per match over his career, making him the top candidate for MVP.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Sloggers (SLG)
- Team Colours: Orange & Black
- Matches Played: 44
- Matches Won: 17
- Win Percentage: 38.6%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Dylan Henshall (90 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Maanav Nayak (53 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Dylan Henshall (35 career sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Maanav Nayak (6 three-wicket hauls, 1597 bowling fantasy points)
Gaming CC (GAM)
- Team Colours: Green & Black
- Matches Played/Won: Data not available
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Sajan Singh (21 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Sajan Singh (28 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Anshu Kumar (1 four, 0 sixes, but highest runs per match for GAM)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Sajan Singh (156 career bowling fantasy points)
Player Highlights
Sloggers (SLG)
Dylan Henshall – All-Rounder
A true match-winner, Henshall boasts 1261 career fantasy points from just 14 matches, with a staggering average of 90 per match. His ability to clear the boundary (35 sixes, 34 fours) and score big (top score 75, four fifties) makes him the most dangerous batter in this contest. With 287 bowling fantasy points and 7 career catches, Henshall is a genuine all-round threat. Notably, he has 6 Player of the Match awards, an impressive 43% award ratio.
Maanav Nayak – Bowler
Nayak is a consistent performer with 2861 career fantasy points from 70 matches (41 per match). His bowling is his main weapon, with 1597 bowling fantasy points and six three-wicket hauls. He’s also a handy batter (47 fours, 27 sixes) and a reliable fielder (18 catches). Nayak’s current event form is red-hot, averaging 53 fantasy points per match.
Akila Rathnayake – Wicket-Keeper
Rathnayake has made a big impact in just 4 matches, amassing 204 fantasy points (51 per match). With 9 sixes and 8 fours, and a top score of 64, they are a dynamic presence at the crease. Rathnayake has already claimed a Player of the Match award, with a 25% award ratio.
William Vause – Bowler
Vause has 156 career fantasy points from 4 matches (39 per match), with a top bowling performance of 80 points in a single match. He’s also contributed with the bat (2 fours, 3 sixes) and is in good form this event, averaging 39 fantasy points per match.
Gaming CC (GAM)
Sajan Singh – All-Rounder
Singh is the backbone of GAM’s lineup, with 188 career fantasy points from 9 matches (21 per match) and an impressive 110 points in the current event (28 per match). His bowling is his strength, with 156 career bowling fantasy points and a best of 67 in a match. Singh’s all-round skills make them a key player for GAM.
Harshdeep Singh – Bowler (Captain)
Harshdeep brings experience with 31 matches and 47 career fantasy points. He’s in excellent form this event, averaging 11 fantasy points per match, and has a career-best 33 points in a single match. As captain, his leadership and bowling will be crucial.
Anshu Kumar – Batsman
Kumar is GAM’s most promising batter, with 28 career fantasy points from 3 matches (9 per match) and a top score of 10. He’s the only GAM player to have hit a four, and his 7 average batting fantasy points per match highlight his potential to anchor the innings.
Zachary Simpson – Bowler
Simpson is a consistent performer with 269 career fantasy points from 47 matches (6 per match). His bowling is his main asset, with 211 bowling fantasy points and a best of 71 in a match. Simpson’s experience and ability to deliver in crunch moments make them a valuable asset.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Dylan Henshall (SLG) vs Sajan Singh (GAM)
Henshall’s 28 runs per match and 2 sixes per match will be tested by Singh’s 17 bowling fantasy points per match. - Akila Rathnayake (SLG) vs Harshdeep Singh (GAM)
Rathnayake’s explosive batting (22 runs per match, 2 sixes per match) faces Harshdeep’s improving bowling form.
- Dylan Henshall (SLG) vs Sajan Singh (GAM)
Fantasy Points Showdown:
- Sloggers’ Henshall (90 avg. fantasy points) vs Gaming CC’s Sajan Singh (21 avg. fantasy points)
Henshall’s all-round dominance gives SLG a clear edge in fantasy potential.
- Sloggers’ Henshall (90 avg. fantasy points) vs Gaming CC’s Sajan Singh (21 avg. fantasy points)
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Captain: Dylan Henshall (SLG) – unmatched all-round stats and fantasy consistency
- Vice-Captain: Maanav Nayak (SLG) – high event form and all-round contributions
Bold Picks:
- Captain: Sajan Singh (GAM) – if GAM bowl first, his bowling could be decisive
- Vice-Captain: Akila Rathnayake (SLG) – explosive with the bat, high ceiling for fantasy points
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Dylan Henshall is the most complete player in this match, capable of turning the game with bat, ball, or in the field.
- Maanav Nayak’s all-round skills and current form make them a threat in all departments.
- Sajan Singh and Harshdeep Singh will need to deliver with the ball to contain SLG’s powerful batting lineup.
- Akila Rathnayake’s ability to clear the ropes and score quickly could swing the momentum in SLG’s favour.
Fantasy Focus:
- SLG’s players dominate the fantasy landscape, but Sajan Singh and Harshdeep Singh are GAM’s best hopes for big returns.
Conclusion
With Sloggers boasting a strong all-round core and Gaming CC looking to their bowlers for breakthroughs, Match 9 of ECS Gibraltar, 2025 is set for a thrilling contest. Expect fireworks from the likes of Henshall and Rathnayake, while Sajan Singh and Harshdeep Singh will be eager to make their mark for GAM. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on these key players as the action unfolds at Europa Sports Complex.
- Dylan Henshall – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 90.0 – SLO
- Akila Rathnayake – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 51.0 – SLO
- Maanav Nayak – Bowler – Avg. Points: 41.0 – SLO
- William Vause – Bowler – Avg. Points: 39.0 – SLO
- Sajan Singh – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 21.0 – GCC
- Anshu Kumar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 9.0 – GCC
- Zachary Simpson – Bowler – Avg. Points: 6.0 – GCC
- Harry Trewhella – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 6.0 – GCC
- Egan Dantis – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 5.0 – SLO
- James Scott – Batsman – Avg. Points: 5.0 – SLO
- Bryan Zammit – Batsman – Avg. Points: 4.0 – SLO
Number of players from each team:
- Sloggers (SLO): 7
- Gaming CC (GCC): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 3
- Bowler: 3
- Batsman: 3
- Wicket-Keeper: 2
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