ECS Romania, 2025 – PHX vs BUG: Match 10 Preview
Event: ECS Romania, 2025
Match: Phoenix CC (PHX) vs Bucharest Gladiators (BUG), Single Group Match Day 2, Match 10
Date: 2nd June 2025
Start Time: 17:15 Local Time | 18:45 IST
Venue: Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Bucharest Gladiators won the toss and elected to bat
Team Introductions
Bucharest Gladiators (BUG)
The Bucharest Gladiators, donning their signature red and dark blue, are one of the most consistent sides in ECS Romania history. With 48 matches played and 29 wins, they boast a strong win percentage of 60.4%. Their squad is a blend of experience and emerging talent, making them a formidable opponent in the T10 format.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy Average):
- Likshan Sasanga leads the way with a staggering 114.0 average fantasy points per match in both career and current event.
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes):
- Atif Naqvi with 19 career sixes.
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets):
- Likshan Sasanga and Muhammad Rashid both average 1 wicket per match, with Sasanga having a higher impact in recent games.
Phoenix CC (PHX)
Phoenix CC, in their vibrant orange and dark blue, are a team on the rise. With only 3 matches played in the current event and 1 win, they are still finding their rhythm, reflected in a 33.3% win rate. However, their squad features several high-impact players capable of turning the game on its head.
- Strongest Player (Fantasy Average):
- Joshak Khadka stands out with an average of 68.0 fantasy points per match in the current event.
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes):
- Bilal Ahmed is the clear leader with a remarkable 70 career sixes.
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets):
- Joshak Khadka averages 1 wicket per match, making him a key all-round threat.
Player Highlights
Bucharest Gladiators (BUG)
1. Likshan Sasanga (All Rounder)
With just 3 matches under his belt, Likshan Sasanga has already made a massive impact, averaging 114.0 fantasy points per match. His all-round prowess is evident: 8 sixes and 5 fours in his short career, a top score of 50, and a fifty already in this event. With 1 three-wicket haul and 45.0 average bowling fantasy points per match, Sasanga is a genuine game-changer. His fielding is sharp too, with 2 catches and consistent fantasy returns.
2. Atif Naqvi (Batsman)
A seasoned campaigner with 19 matches, Atif Naqvi is the Gladiators’ six-hitting machine (19 career sixes). He averages 33.0 fantasy points per match in his career and an impressive 67.0 in the current event. His top score of 57 and a fifty in this event underline his ability to anchor and accelerate. Naqvi’s all-round value is enhanced by his Player of the Match award and a solid fielding record.
3. Muhammad Rashid (All Rounder)
Rashid’s all-round skills have been crucial for BUG. In just 3 matches, he’s averaged 83.0 fantasy points per match, with a top match haul of 167 points. He’s hit 3 sixes and 4 fours, and his bowling is equally effective, averaging 42.0 fantasy points per match. Rashid’s fielding (3 catches) adds further value, making him a reliable pick in all departments.
4. Sadun Perera (Batsman, Wicket Keeper)
Perera brings experience with 28 matches and a Player of the Match award. He’s scored 27 fours and 5 sixes, with a top score of 62. Averaging 22.0 fantasy points per match in his career, he’s also a safe pair of hands behind the stumps with 9 catches and 3 stumpings.
Phoenix CC (PHX)
1. Joshak Khadka (All Rounder)
Khadka is PHX’s most dynamic player, averaging 68.0 fantasy points per match in the current event and 49.0 over his career. His bowling is his main weapon, with 731 career bowling fantasy points and a best of 101 in a match. He’s also handy with the bat and in the field, making him a top all-round pick.
2. Bilal Ahmed (Wicket Keeper)
Ahmed is a six-hitting phenomenon with 70 career sixes and 2 fifties. He averages 53.0 fantasy points per match in his career and 37.0 in the current event. His top score of 71 and 16 career catches (plus 6 stumpings) make him a fantasy favorite and a key player for PHX.
3. Aleem Abdul (Bowler)
With 27 matches, Abdul is a proven match-winner, having claimed 31 sixes and 23 fours with the bat, and 507 bowling fantasy points. He’s taken 4 wickets in a match at his best and averages 51.0 fantasy points per match in his career. His fielding is solid, with 7 catches.
4. Thilina Jayasuriya (Batsman)
Jayasuriya is a consistent performer, averaging 66.0 fantasy points per match in his career and 40.0 in the current event. He’s hit 45 fours and 18 sixes, with a top score of 44. His all-round contributions, including 3 catches, make him a valuable asset.
Player vs Player Head-to-Head Stats
- Top Batter vs Top Bowler:
- Bilal Ahmed (PHX) vs Likshan Sasanga (BUG): Ahmed’s 70 sixes and 1514 batting fantasy points face off against Sasanga’s 1 wicket per match and 45.0 average bowling fantasy points. This duel could define the match’s momentum.
- All-Rounder Showdown:
- Joshak Khadka (PHX) vs Muhammad Rashid (BUG): Both average 1 wicket per match and contribute with the bat. Khadka’s 731 career bowling fantasy points and Rashid’s 126 make this a battle of impact all-rounders.
- Explosive Openers:
- Atif Naqvi (BUG) vs Thilina Jayasuriya (PHX): Naqvi’s 19 sixes and 484 batting fantasy points go up against Jayasuriya’s 18 sixes and 739 batting fantasy points. Both are capable of quick starts.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Choices:
- Likshan Sasanga (BUG): Consistent all-round returns, high fantasy ceiling.
- Bilal Ahmed (PHX): Proven six-hitter, reliable wicketkeeper, and consistent fantasy scorer.
Bold Picks:
- Joshak Khadka (PHX): High-impact all-rounder, especially with the ball.
- Atif Naqvi (BUG): In-form batter with six-hitting ability and recent fifty.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Game-Changers:
- Likshan Sasanga (BUG) and Joshak Khadka (PHX) are the most likely to swing the match with their all-round skills.
- Bilal Ahmed’s explosive batting can take the game away in a few overs, while Atif Naqvi’s form is crucial for BUG’s top order.
- Fantasy Focus:
- All-rounders and power-hitters are the best picks in T10. Look for players who contribute in multiple departments.
- Key Matchup:
- The battle between PHX’s big hitters and BUG’s disciplined bowling, especially in the powerplay, could set the tone.
Final Word
With both teams boasting match-winners and all-rounders in form, Match 10 of ECS Romania, 2025 promises fireworks at Moara Vlasiei Cricket Ground. The Gladiators’ experience and depth will be tested by Phoenix CC’s explosive talent. Expect a high-scoring, action-packed contest where every over counts and every fantasy point matters.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling T10 encounter!
Top 11 Players by Average Fantasy Points per Match
- Likshan Sasanga – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 114.0 – BGR
- Muhammad Rashid – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 83.0 – BGR
- Thilina Jayasuriya – Batsman – Avg. Points: 66.0 – PHX
- Bilal Ahmed – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 53.0 – PHX
- Aleem Abdul – Bowler – Avg. Points: 51.0 – PHX
- Joshak Khadka – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 49.0 – PHX
- Rajesh Kumar – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 42.0 – PHX
- Atif Naqvi – Batsman – Avg. Points: 33.0 – BGR
- Muhtaram Shah – Bowler – Avg. Points: 28.0 – PHX
- Sadun Perera – Batsman – Avg. Points: 22.0 – BGR
- Ali Zain – Bowler – Avg. Points: 22.0 – BGR
Short Team Names:
- BGR = Bucharest Gladiators
- PHX = Phoenix CC
Number of Players from Each Team:
- Bucharest Gladiators (BGR): 5 players
- Phoenix CC (PHX): 6 players
Number of Players from Each Skill Type:
- All Rounder: 4
- Batsman: 3
- Bowler: 3
- Wicket Keeper: 1
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