ECS Gibraltar, 2025: Sloggers (SLG) vs Rugby CC (RGC) – Match 10 Preview

Event: ECS Gibraltar, 2025
Match: Sloggers (SLG) vs Rugby CC (RGC), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 10
Date: 3rd August 2025
Start Time: 12:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
Venue: Europa Sports Complex
Format: T10
Toss: Rugby CC won the toss and elected to field
Match Type: Group Match

Setting the Stage

The ECS Gibraltar, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action as Sloggers (SLG) take on Rugby CC (RGC) in Match 10 at the iconic Europa Sports Complex. With Rugby CC winning the toss and opting to field first, both teams will be eager to make a statement as the group stage heats up.

Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?

  • Most 6s:
    Dylan Henshall (SLG) – With a career average of 2 sixes per match, Henshall is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most often.

  • Most Runs:
    Dylan Henshall (SLG) – Averaging 26 runs per match, Henshall is also the leading candidate to top-score.

  • Most Wickets:
    Maanav Nayak (SLG) – With a career average of 0 wickets per match but an impressive 6 three-wicket hauls, Nayak’s bowling fantasy points (22 per match) make them a threat.

  • Match MVP:
    Dylan Henshall (SLG) – With a staggering 84 average fantasy points per match, Henshall is the top all-round fantasy performer.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Rugby CC (RGC)

  • Team Colors: Red & Black
  • Matches Played: 41
  • Matches Won: 21
  • Win Percentage: 51.2%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Alexander Hillman (50 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Iain Latin (126 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Louis Bruce (37 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Iain Latin (most career wickets, including a 4-wicket haul)

Sloggers (SLG)

  • Team Colors: Orange & Black
  • Matches Played: 44
  • Matches Won: 17
  • Win Percentage: 38.6%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Dylan Henshall (84 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Maanav Nayak (43 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Dylan Henshall (35 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Maanav Nayak (6 three-wicket matches, 1597 bowling fantasy points)

Player Highlights

Rugby CC (RGC)

1. Alexander Hillman – Wicket-Keeper

Hillman is a consistent fantasy performer, averaging 50 points per match over 25 games. With 934 batting fantasy points and a top score of 85, Hillman is a reliable run-getter and a dynamic presence behind the stumps, with 9 career stumpings and 5 catches. Their all-round contributions make them a key asset for RGC.

2. Iain Latin – All-Rounder (Captain)

Latin is in red-hot form, averaging 126 fantasy points per match in the current event and 23 over their career. With 12 Player of the Match awards (18.75% of matches), Latin is a proven match-winner. Their 27 sixes and 46 fours, along with 384 bowling fantasy points, highlight their all-round prowess.

3. Louis Bruce – All-Rounder

Bruce brings balance to the side, with 29 average fantasy points per match (career) and 60 in the current event. With 56 fours, 37 sixes, and 6 fifties, Bruce is a dangerous batter. Their 589 bowling fantasy points and 14 career catches add further value.

4. Kabir Mirpuri – Bowler

Mirpuri is a fantasy favorite, averaging 31 points per match (career) and 92 in the current event. With 9 sixes, 27 fours, and 434 batting fantasy points, Mirpuri is a handy lower-order batter. Their 672 bowling fantasy points and a best of 3 wickets in a match make them a key bowler.

Sloggers (SLG)

1. Dylan Henshall – All-Rounder

Henshall is the standout performer for SLG, with an astonishing 84 average fantasy points per match. With 35 sixes, 34 fours, and 4 fifties, Henshall is a destructive batter. Their 287 bowling fantasy points and 7 catches underline their all-round impact. Notably, Henshall has 6 Player of the Match awards from just 15 matches (40% ratio).

2. Maanav Nayak – Bowler

Nayak is a consistent fantasy contributor, averaging 40 points per match (career) and 43 in the current event. With 27 sixes, 47 fours, and 928 batting fantasy points, Nayak is a handy lower-order batter. Their 1597 bowling fantasy points and 6 three-wicket hauls make them the team’s leading bowler.

3. Akila Rathnayake – Wicket-Keeper

Rathnayake has made an immediate impact, averaging 41 fantasy points per match in their 5-match career. With 9 sixes, 8 fours, and a top score of 64, Rathnayake is a dynamic batter and a reliable wicket-keeper.

4. William Vause – Bowler

Vause is a rising star, averaging 31 fantasy points per match. With 3 sixes, 2 fours, and 61 batting fantasy points, Vause can contribute with the bat. Their 87 bowling fantasy points and a best of 2 wickets in a match make them a bowler to watch.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Dylan Henshall (SLG) vs Iain Latin (RGC):
    Henshall’s explosive batting (26 runs/match, 2 sixes/match) will be tested by Latin’s all-round skills (384 bowling fantasy points, 1 four-wicket haul). Both are high-impact fantasy picks.

  • Maanav Nayak (SLG) vs Louis Bruce (RGC):
    Nayak’s bowling (22 fantasy points/match, 6 three-wicket hauls) faces Bruce’s aggressive batting (37 sixes, 6 fifties). This duel could decide the middle overs.

  • Akila Rathnayake (SLG) vs Alexander Hillman (RGC):
    Both wicket-keepers are in form, with Rathnayake’s 41 fantasy points/match and Hillman’s 50. Their contributions with the bat and behind the stumps could swing the match.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Dylan Henshall (SLG): Highest average fantasy points, consistent all-rounder.
  • Iain Latin (RGC): In top form this event, proven match-winner.

Bold Picks:

  • Maanav Nayak (SLG): High bowling upside, can contribute with the bat.
  • Louis Bruce (RGC): Capable of explosive batting and handy with the ball.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Dylan Henshall is the most likely to dominate with both bat and ball, given their fantasy and performance stats.
    • Iain Latin’s all-round ability and current form make them a threat in all departments.
    • Louis Bruce and Kabir Mirpuri offer RGC depth and balance, while Maanav Nayak and Akila Rathnayake provide SLG with match-winning potential.

  • Fantasy Focus:

    • Prioritize all-rounders and wicket-keepers with high fantasy averages.
    • Watch for late-order hitters and bowlers with a history of multi-wicket hauls.

Conclusion

With both teams boasting dynamic all-rounders and explosive batters, Match 10 of ECS Gibraltar, 2025 promises to be a thrilling contest. Rugby CC’s decision to field first sets the stage for a high-scoring chase, but Sloggers’ power-hitters and RGC’s balanced attack ensure that fans can expect fireworks at the Europa Sports Complex. Keep an eye on the fantasy standouts and enjoy the action as the ECS Gibraltar, 2025 continues to deliver top-tier T10 cricket!

  1. Dylan Henshall – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 84.0 – SLO
  2. Alexander Hillman – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 50.0 – RCC
  3. Akila Rathnayake – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 41.0 – SLO
  4. Anthony Hillman – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 41.0 – RCC
  5. Maanav Nayak – Bowler – Avg. Points: 40.0 – SLO
  6. William Vause – Bowler – Avg. Points: 31.0 – SLO
  7. Kabir Mirpuri – Bowler – Avg. Points: 31.0 – RCC
  8. Louis Bruce – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 29.0 – RCC
  9. Iain Latin – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 23.0 – RCC
  10. Adetayo Atoloye – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 16.0 – RCC
  11. Mohamed Roshan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 14.0 – RCC

Number of players from each team:

  • Sloggers (SLO): 4
  • Rugby CC (RCC): 7

Number of players from each skill type:

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

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