The recently concluded ECS Romania proved to be a cricketing spectacle, delighting fans with thrilling matches and outstanding performances. The tournament saw a staggering 12,471 runs scored, 561 wickets taken, 1,006 fours, and 827 sixes smashed across a series of fiercely contested games.
In an exhilarating final, Cluj and Royal Eagles faced off for the championship. Batting first, the Royal Eagles posted a competitive total of 128 runs. However, the defending champions Cluj, demonstrating their prowess and resilience, started their chase with great momentum. They reached the target in just over 8 overs, securing their third ECS victory in Romania.
Vasu Saini of Cluj was once again named the MVP of the tournament, showcasing his all-round skills with 395 runs and 9 wickets. His stellar performance was instrumental in Cluj's successful title defense.
Muhammad Moiz of Bucharest Gladiators emerged as the leading run-scorer of the tournament, amassing 435 runs. On the bowling front, Ramesh Satheesan of United CC Bucharest topped the wicket-taking charts with 17 wickets, underlining his importance to his team.
Here are some snapshots from the event: