ECS Romania, 2025 – Match Preview
Bliss Warriors (BLW) vs Royal Eagles (RE)
ECS Romania, 2025 Single Group Match Day 2 – Match 8
Date: 2 June 2025
Start Time: 13:15 Local | 14:45 IST
Venue: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground
Format: T10 | Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Bliss Warriors won the toss and elected to bat
Setting the Stage
The ECS Romania, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action as the Bliss Warriors (BLW) take on the Royal Eagles (RE) in Match 8 of the group stage. With both teams boasting impressive win percentages and a host of in-form players, this encounter at the Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground promises fireworks and pivotal moments that could shape the group standings.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Bliss Warriors (BLW)
- Matches Played: 5
- Matches Won: 4
- Win Percentage: 80%
Key Players:
- Top Fantasy Performer (Career): Ijaz Hussain (48 avg. fantasy points/match)
- Top Fantasy Performer (Current Event): Eranga De Silva (69 avg. fantasy points/match)
- Most Career Sixes (Batter): Ijaz Hussain (45 sixes)
- Most Career Wickets (Bowler): Madhusha Lakshan (1.0 wickets/match, 1 three-wicket haul)
The Bliss Warriors have been a dominant force, winning four out of five matches. Their squad is packed with all-rounders and explosive batters, making them a well-rounded unit in the T10 format.
Royal Eagles (RE)
- Matches Played: 25
- Matches Won: 17
- Win Percentage: 68%
Key Players:
- Top Fantasy Performer (Career): Taimoor Cheema (62 avg. fantasy points/match)
- Top Fantasy Performer (Current Event): Taimoor Cheema (92 avg. fantasy points/match)
- Most Career Sixes (Batter): Shahab Alam (43 sixes)
- Most Career Wickets (Bowler): Taimoor Cheema (1.0 wickets/match, 2 three-wicket hauls, 1 four-wicket haul)
The Royal Eagles bring experience and consistency, with a strong record in the competition. Their blend of power hitters and wicket-taking bowlers makes them a formidable opponent.
Player Highlights
Bliss Warriors (BLW)
1. Ijaz Hussain – All Rounder
A stalwart for BLW, Ijaz Hussain boasts a remarkable 2,561 career fantasy points from 53 matches, averaging 48 per match. His all-round prowess is evident with 1,275 batting fantasy points (top score: 80, 45 sixes) and 1,012 bowling points (best: 4 wickets in a match). In the current event, he’s maintained a solid 41 average, underlining his reliability. Hussain’s ability to contribute in all departments makes him a perennial fantasy favorite and a genuine match-winner.
2. Eranga De Silva – Batsman
De Silva has been the revelation of the current event, amassing 416 fantasy points in just 6 matches (69 avg.), including two fifties and a top score of 57. His aggressive approach is highlighted by 17 fours and 8 sixes, all scored in this event. With a Player of the Match award ratio of 0.33, he’s a proven game-changer.
3. Madhusha Lakshan – Bowler
Lakshan’s impact with the ball is significant, with 227 bowling fantasy points in just 6 matches (38 avg.), including a three-wicket haul. He’s also contributed in the field and with the bat, making him a valuable asset in the T10 format.
4. Shamod Madumal – Wicket Keeper
Madumal’s 15-match career has yielded 347 fantasy points (23 avg.), but he’s stepped up in the current event with 235 points (39 avg.), thanks to a four-wicket haul and sharp fielding (4 catches). His all-round contributions behind the stumps and with the ball add depth to the BLW lineup.
Royal Eagles (RE)
1. Taimoor Cheema – Bowler
Cheema is the Eagles’ talisman, with 1,423 career fantasy points from 23 matches (62 avg.), and a staggering 92 average in the current event. He’s a genuine wicket-taker (1.0 wickets/match, best: 4 wickets in a match) and can hit big (22 sixes). His all-round ability and knack for high-impact performances (192 points in a single match) make him a top captaincy pick.
2. Shahab Alam – Batsman (Captain)
Alam leads from the front, with 1,134 career fantasy points (45 avg.), and 37 in the current event. He’s the team’s six-hitting machine (43 sixes) and has a top score of 53. With two Player of the Match awards, Alam’s explosive batting can turn games in a matter of overs.
3. Sheriyar Sohail – Wicket Keeper
Sohail’s consistency is reflected in his 1,006 career fantasy points (35 avg.), and 88 points in the current event (44 avg.). With a top score of 75 and a fifty to his name, he’s also a safe pair of hands behind the stumps, contributing 6 career catches and 3 stumpings.
4. Rajinder Jassi – Bowler
Jassi has quietly become a key bowler, with 483 career fantasy points (44 avg.), and 125 in the current event (63 avg.). His best bowling figures include a three-wicket haul, and he’s also handy with the bat, making him a valuable all-round contributor.
Player vs Player: Key Head-to-Head Matchups
Ijaz Hussain (BLW) vs Taimoor Cheema (RE):
Both are the leading all-rounders for their sides. Hussain’s 48 career avg. fantasy points and Cheema’s 62 (92 in this event) set up a mouth-watering contest. Cheema’s wicket-taking ability (1.0/match) will be tested against Hussain’s power-hitting (45 sixes).Eranga De Silva (BLW) vs Shahab Alam (RE):
De Silva’s current event form (69 avg., 2 fifties) pits him against Alam’s career six-hitting (43) and 45 avg. fantasy points. Both are capable of rapid scoring and can seize the momentum for their teams.Madhusha Lakshan (BLW) vs Sheriyar Sohail (RE):
Lakshan’s bowling (38 avg. fantasy points, 1 three-wicket haul) will be crucial against Sohail’s steady batting and wicket-keeping. Sohail’s ability to anchor the innings could be tested by Lakshan’s variations.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks:
- Taimoor Cheema (RE): Consistent high fantasy returns, wicket-taking ability, and batting depth.
- Ijaz Hussain (BLW): Proven all-rounder, reliable in both batting and bowling.
Bold Picks:
- Eranga De Silva (BLW): Red-hot form in the current event, high ceiling with the bat and in the field.
- Rajinder Jassi (RE): In-form bowler, capable of big hauls and handy lower-order runs.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Bliss Warriors’ Batting Depth: With De Silva and Hussain in the ranks, BLW can accelerate at any stage. Their all-rounders provide flexibility and depth.
- Royal Eagles’ Bowling Firepower: Cheema and Jassi form a potent bowling duo, capable of breaking partnerships and stifling the run rate.
- Fielding Impact: Both teams have wicket keepers and fielders who can change the game with sharp catches and stumpings—watch for Madumal (BLW) and Sohail (RE).
Potential Game-Changers:
- Eranga De Silva (BLW): If he continues his current form, he could single-handedly swing the match.
- Taimoor Cheema (RE): His ability to deliver with both bat and ball makes him the most influential player on the field.
Final Word
With both teams boasting strong records and match-winners in their lineups, this clash between Bliss Warriors and Royal Eagles is set to be a highlight of ECS Romania, 2025. Expect explosive batting, incisive bowling, and moments of brilliance in the field as these two sides vie for supremacy in the T10 format.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling contest at Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground!
Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match (Descending Order):
- Eranga De Silva – Batsman – Avg. Points: 69.0 – BLW
- Saood Jan – Batsman – Avg. Points: 59.0 – RE
- Taimoor Cheema – Bowler – Avg. Points: 62.0 – RE
- Waqas Ahmed – Bowler – Avg. Points: 50.0 – RE
- Ijaz Hussain – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – BLW
- Madhusha Lakshan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 48.0 – BLW
- Shahab Alam – Batsman – Avg. Points: 45.0 – RE
- Rajinder Jassi – Bowler – Avg. Points: 44.0 – RE
- Rickie Gill – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 42.0 – RE
- Mahesh Abeysinghe – Bowler – Avg. Points: 36.0 – BLW
- Ngoni Chibuwe – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – BLW
Number of Players from Each Team:
- Royal Eagles (RE): 6
- Bliss Warriors (BLW): 5
Number of Players from Each Skill Type:
- Batsman: 3
- Bowler: 5
- All Rounder: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 0
Short Team Names Used:
- Royal Eagles = RE
- Bliss Warriors = BLW
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