ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025: Alby Zalmi (ALZ) vs Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC) – Match 16 Preview
Event: ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025
Match: ALZ vs JCC, Single Group Match Day 4, Match 16
Date: 26 July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local Time | 11:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Alby Zalmi won the toss and elected to field
Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?
- Most 6s Prediction:Naeem Sabir (JCC) – Career average of 2.0 sixes per match
- Most Runs Prediction:Naeem Sabir (JCC) – Career average of 25.0 runs per match
- Most Wickets Prediction:Naeem Sabir (JCC) – Career average of 1.0 wickets per match
- Match MVP Prediction:Naeem Sabir (JCC) – Highest average fantasy points per match (109.0)
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Alby Zalmi (ALZ)
- Matches Played: 62
- Matches Won: 41
- Win Percentage: 66.1%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Faruk Ahmed (62.0)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Azam Khalil (87.0)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Faruk Ahmed (98 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Azam Khalil (2 three-wicket matches, 1 four-wicket match)
Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)
- Matches Played: 30
- Matches Won: 19
- Win Percentage: 63.3%
- Strongest Player (Career & Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Naeem Sabir (109.0)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Naeem Sabir (10 sixes in 5 matches, 2.0 per match)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Naeem Sabir (1.0 wickets per match)
Player Highlights
Alby Zalmi (ALZ)
Faruk Ahmed – Batsman
With 55 matches under their belt, Faruk Ahmed is the backbone of ALZ’s batting. Their 98 career sixes and 114 fours are a testament to their aggressive style, and a top score of 97 shows their ability to anchor an innings. Faruk’s fantasy numbers are equally impressive: 3,415 career points, 62.0 per match, and a high of 239 in a single game. With 4 Player of the Match awards (7.3% of matches), Faruk is a proven match-winner.
Azam Khalil – All-Rounder, Captain
Azam Khalil’s all-round prowess is central to ALZ’s strategy. In 77 matches, they have amassed 2,581 fantasy points (34.0 per match) and 435 in the current event (87.0 per match). With 41 sixes and 60 fours, Azam is a reliable middle-order batter. Their bowling is equally potent, with 1,092 fantasy points and 2 three-wicket hauls. Azam’s leadership and 12 Player of the Match awards (15.6%) make them a key figure.
Mashal Khan – All-Rounder
Mashal Khan’s recent form is eye-catching: 231 event fantasy points at a staggering 77.0 per match. With 10 sixes in 14 matches and a top score of 36, Mashal is a dangerous lower-order hitter. Their fielding is sharp, with 4 career catches, and their all-round contributions could be pivotal.
Saad Nawaz – Bowler
Saad Nawaz brings balance to the side with 709 career fantasy points (31.0 per match) and 71 in the current event. Their 9 sixes and 18 fours show batting depth, while 285 bowling fantasy points and a three-wicket match highlight their bowling threat. Saad’s Player of the Match award ratio (4.3%) underlines their impact.
Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)
Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder
Naeem Sabir is the standout performer for JCC, boasting 547 career fantasy points in just 5 matches (109.0 per match). Their explosive batting (10 sixes, 10 fours, 1 fifty, 25.0 runs per match) and effective bowling (53.0 fantasy points per match, 1.0 wickets per match) make them a true all-round threat. With 16 fielding points and 2 catches, Naeem is a complete package.
Sameer Khan – Bowler, Captain
Sameer Khan’s consistency is reflected in 1,448 career fantasy points (48.0 per match) and 312 in the current event (62.0 per match). With 18 sixes, 30 fours, and a top score of 57, Sameer is a handy lower-order batter. Their bowling (611 points, 2 three-wicket matches) and fielding (9 catches) add further value. Two Player of the Match awards (6.7%) highlight their leadership.
Azeem Amin – Bowler
Azeem Amin is a dynamic all-rounder with 1,158 career fantasy points (58.0 per match) and 343 in the current event. Their batting is explosive (30 sixes, 32 fours, 2 fifties, 18.0 runs per match), and their bowling (216 points, 11.0 per match) provides crucial breakthroughs. Azeem’s fielding (10 catches) adds to their all-round credentials.
Faraan Chaudhry – Batsman
Faraan Chaudhry’s 913 career fantasy points (27.0 per match) and 203 in the current event (41.0 per match) make them a reliable top-order batter. With 22 sixes, 31 fours, and 2 fifties, Faraan can accelerate the scoring rate. Three Player of the Match awards (8.8%) show their ability to deliver under pressure.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Faruk Ahmed (ALZ) vs Naeem Sabir (JCC):
- Faruk: 22.0 runs/match, 1.0 sixes/match, 62.0 fantasy points/match
- Naeem: 25.0 runs/match, 2.0 sixes/match, 109.0 fantasy points/match
- Edge: Naeem Sabir, for both power-hitting and all-round impact.
Azam Khalil (ALZ) vs Sameer Khan (JCC):
- Azam: 34.0 fantasy points/match, 17.0 batting, 14.0 bowling
- Sameer: 48.0 fantasy points/match, 22.0 batting, 20.0 bowling
- Edge: Sameer Khan, for higher all-round fantasy output.
Mashal Khan (ALZ) vs Azeem Amin (JCC):
- Mashal: 23.0 fantasy points/match, 17.0 batting
- Azeem: 58.0 fantasy points/match, 39.0 batting, 11.0 bowling
- Edge: Azeem Amin, for greater consistency and all-round value.
- Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 109.0 – JCC
- Faruk Ahmed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 62.0 – ALZ
- Azeem Amin – Bowler – Avg. Points: 58.0 – JCC
- Muhammad Saile – Batsman – Avg. Points: 52.0 – ALZ
- Sameer Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 48.0 – JCC
- Sharjeel Sadaqat – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – JCC
- Arslan Ali – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 35.0 – ALZ
- Azam Khalil – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 34.0 – ALZ
- Jamal Nasir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 34.0 – JCC
- Faraan Chaudhry – Batsman – Avg. Points: 27.0 – JCC
- Mashal Khan – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 23.0 – ALZ
Number of players from each team:
- Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC): 6
- Alby Zalmi (ALZ): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 6
- Batsman: 3
- Bowler: 2
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