ECS Romania, 2025: BLW vs BUG – Match 18 Preview
Event: ECS Romania, 2025
Match: Bliss Warriors (BLW) vs Bucharest Gladiators (BUG) – Single Group Match Day 4, Match 18
Date: 4th June 2025
Start Time: 15:15 Local Time | 16:45 IST
Venue: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Bucharest Gladiators won the toss and elected to field.
Team Introductions
Bliss Warriors (BLW)
The Bliss Warriors have been a formidable force in ECS Romania 2025, boasting a strong win percentage of 62.5% (5 wins from 8 matches). Their squad is packed with all-rounders and dynamic batters, making them a well-balanced side.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy): Eranga De Silva leads the way with an impressive average of 63 fantasy points per match (career and current event).
- Top Six-Hitter: Ijaz Hussain, with 49 career sixes, is the Warriors’ most prolific boundary-clearer.
- Leading Wicket-Taker: Isfahan Doekhie, with 39 matches and 522 career bowling fantasy points, is the most experienced bowler, though the team’s wicket-taking is spread across several players.
Bucharest Gladiators (BUG)
The Gladiators are one of the most experienced teams in the competition, having played 51 matches and winning 29, giving them a solid win percentage of 56.9%. Their lineup features a blend of all-rounders and specialist bowlers.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy): Likshan Sasanga stands out with a remarkable 82 average fantasy points per match (career and current event).
- Top Six-Hitter: Likshan Sasanga again, with 17 career sixes, is the Gladiators’ most dangerous batter in terms of clearing the ropes.
- Leading Wicket-Taker: Ali Zain, with 22 matches and 375 career bowling fantasy points, is the most consistent wicket-taker for BUG.
Player Highlights
Bliss Warriors (BLW)
Eranga De Silva – Batsman
A true match-winner, Eranga De Silva has amassed 501 career fantasy points in just 8 matches, averaging 63 per game. His batting is explosive, with 2 fifties, 21 fours, and 9 sixes in his short career. De Silva’s top score of 57 and a highest single-match fantasy haul of 141 points underline his ability to dominate. Notably, he has 2 Player of the Match awards, reflecting his game-changing impact.
Ijaz Hussain – All Rounder
With 55 matches under his belt, Hussain is a seasoned campaigner. He has accumulated 2,669 career fantasy points (49 per match), with a highest single-match tally of 215. His 49 sixes and 62 fours make him a constant threat with the bat, while his 1,022 bowling fantasy points and 10 career catches highlight his all-round value. Hussain has also been recognized with a Player of the Match award.
Ngoni Chibuwe – All Rounder
Chibuwe’s 10-match career has been marked by consistency, averaging 48 fantasy points per match. He’s hit 22 fours and 10 sixes, with a top score of 43. While he hasn’t contributed with the ball, his fielding (5 catches) and batting make him a key asset. Chibuwe has also earned a Player of the Match award, underlining his match-winning potential.
Madhusha Lakshan – Bowler
Lakshan has been a revelation with the ball, collecting 232 bowling fantasy points in just 8 matches (29 per match). His best bowling performance is a 3-wicket haul, and he’s also contributed with the bat (6 fours). His all-round contributions make him a valuable pick for both fantasy and real-world impact.
Bucharest Gladiators (BUG)
Likshan Sasanga – All Rounder
Sasanga is the Gladiators’ talisman, with 659 career fantasy points in 8 matches (82 per match). He’s a powerful batter (2 fifties, 17 sixes, 16 fours, top score 58) and a handy bowler (164 bowling fantasy points, best of 3 wickets in a match). His all-round prowess makes him a must-watch player.
Qaim Khan – Wicket Keeper
Khan brings experience and consistency, with 538 career fantasy points in 20 matches (27 per match, 45 in the current event). He’s scored a fifty, hit 10 sixes and 14 fours, and contributed with the gloves (5 catches). His highest single-match fantasy score is 152, showing his ability to produce big performances.
Ali Zain – Bowler
Zain is the Gladiators’ leading wicket-taker, with 375 bowling fantasy points in 22 matches (17 per match). He’s twice taken 3 wickets in a match and has a best bowling fantasy score of 83. Zain’s consistency with the ball is crucial for BUG’s success.
Muhammad Rashid – All Rounder
Rashid has made a strong impact in just 8 matches, with 370 career fantasy points (46 per match). He’s hit 4 sixes and 6 fours, and his best batting performance is 44. With 130 bowling fantasy points and 7 catches, Rashid is a genuine all-rounder.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Likshan Sasanga (BUG) vs Eranga De Silva (BLW):
Both are the highest fantasy scorers for their teams, with Sasanga averaging 82 and De Silva 63 fantasy points per match. Sasanga’s 17 sixes and De Silva’s 21 fours and 9 sixes set up a mouth-watering contest for supremacy.Ali Zain (BUG) vs Ijaz Hussain (BLW):
Zain’s 375 bowling fantasy points and two 3-wicket hauls will be tested against Hussain’s 49 sixes and 62 fours. Hussain’s all-round ability (1,022 bowling fantasy points) makes this a battle to watch.Qaim Khan (BUG) vs Ngoni Chibuwe (BLW):
Both are consistent contributors, with Khan’s 27 average fantasy points and Chibuwe’s 48. Khan’s wicket-keeping and Chibuwe’s fielding could be decisive in tight moments.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Likshan Sasanga (BUG): Consistent all-rounder, highest average fantasy points, and a proven match-winner.
- Eranga De Silva (BLW): Explosive batter with a high ceiling, multiple Player of the Match awards.
Bold Picks:
- Ijaz Hussain (BLW): High-impact all-rounder, capable of turning the game with bat or ball.
- Ali Zain (BUG): Leading wicket-taker, could run through the opposition in the T10 format.
Insights & Key Matchups
- All-Rounders to the Fore: Both teams rely heavily on their all-rounders. Sasanga and Hussain are likely to be at the heart of the action, contributing in all departments.
- Power Hitters: The likes of Hussain (49 sixes) and Sasanga (17 sixes) can change the game in a matter of overs.
- Bowling Depth: BLW’s Madhusha Lakshan and BUG’s Ali Zain provide their teams with wicket-taking options, crucial in the T10 format where every over counts.
- Fielding Impact: Players like De Silva and Chibuwe (BLW) and Qaim Khan (BUG) have shown their ability to influence games with sharp fielding and catching.
Final Word
With both teams boasting strong all-rounders and explosive batters, ECS Romania, 2025 Match 18 between Bliss Warriors and Bucharest Gladiators promises to be a high-octane contest. The Gladiators’ experience and the Warriors’ recent form set the stage for a thrilling encounter at Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the all-rounders and power hitters, as they are poised to be the game-changers in this T10 showdown.
Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match
- Likshan Sasanga – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 82.0 – BGR
- Eranga De Silva – Batsman – Avg. Points: 63.0 – BLW
- Ijaz Hussain – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – BLW
- Ngoni Chibuwe – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – BLW
- Lithija Kalhara – Batsman – Avg. Points: 47.0 – BLW
- Muhammad Rashid – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 46.0 – BGR
- Mahesh Abeysinghe – Bowler – Avg. Points: 44.0 – BLW
- Madhusha Lakshan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 43.0 – BLW
- Talha Babar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 37.0 – BGR
- Qaim Khan – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 27.0 – BGR
- Dilusha Lakshan – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 26.0 – BLW
Number of Players from Each Team:
- Bliss Warriors (BLW): 7
- Bucharest Gladiators (BGR): 4
Number of Players from Each Skill Type:
- All Rounder: 6
- Batsman: 2
- Bowler: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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