ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025: JCC vs ALZ – Match 18 Preview

Event: ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025
Match: Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC) vs Alby Zalmi (ALZ)
Match Name: ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 Single Group Match Day 4 Match 18
Date: 26 July 2025
Start Time: 12:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Jinnah CC Stockholm won the toss and elected to field.

Spotlight on the Standouts

As the ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 enters a crucial phase, Match 18 promises a high-octane clash between two of the tournament’s most consistent teams. With Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC) and Alby Zalmi (ALZ) both boasting impressive win percentages, the stage is set for a contest brimming with individual brilliance and team strategy.

Predicted Key Performers

  • Most Sixes:
    Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) – With a staggering career average of 4 sixes per match (22 sixes in just 5 matches), Rajapaksha is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most often.

  • Most Runs:
    Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) – Averaging 37 runs per match, Rajapaksha’s recent form and aggressive approach make them the batter to watch.

  • Most Wickets:
    Naeem Sabir (JCC) – With a career average of 1 wicket per match and 49 bowling fantasy points per match, Sabir is the leading wicket-taking threat.

  • Match MVP:
    Naeem Sabir (JCC) – Boasting an average of 92 fantasy points per match, Sabir’s all-round contributions make them the top candidate for the MVP award.

Team Introductions & Strengths

Alby Zalmi (ALZ)

  • Matches Played: 63
  • Matches Won: 41
  • Win Percentage: 65.1%
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (50 points/match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Chinthaka Rajapaksha (94 points/match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (121 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Qudratullah Mir Afzal (most career wickets among ALZ bowlers)

Alby Zalmi enter this match with a formidable record and a deep batting lineup. Their ability to clear the boundary, led by Ghulami and Rajapaksha, is unmatched in the tournament.

Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)

  • Matches Played: 31
  • Matches Won: 20
  • Win Percentage: 64.5%
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Azeem Amin (58 points/match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Naeem Sabir (92 points/match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Azeem Amin (34 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Naeem Sabir (highest wickets per match and bowling fantasy points)

JCC’s strength lies in their all-rounders and a bowling attack that can change the game in a matter of overs. Their fielding unit is also among the sharpest in the competition.

Player Highlights

Alby Zalmi (ALZ)

1. Chinthaka Rajapaksha – All-Rounder

Rajapaksha has been a revelation, amassing 472 fantasy points in just 5 matches this event (94 per match). Their explosive batting (22 sixes, 11 fours, 2 fifties in 5 matches) and a top score of 79 make them a nightmare for bowlers. With a Player of the Match award in just 5 games (20% ratio), Rajapaksha is a proven match-winner.

2. Mukhtar Ali Ghulami – Batsman

With 70 matches under their belt, Ghulami is ALZ’s most experienced campaigner. Their 121 career sixes and 102 fours highlight their boundary-hitting prowess. Averaging 50 fantasy points per match over their career, Ghulami is a consistent performer and a two-time Player of the Match.

3. Azam Khalil – All-Rounder (Captain)

Khalil’s all-round abilities have yielded 2600 career fantasy points (33 per match). With 12 Player of the Match awards (15% ratio), Khalil is a leader who delivers under pressure. Their 42 sixes and 60 fours, combined with 1087 bowling fantasy points, make them a true dual threat.

4. Qudratullah Mir Afzal – All-Rounder

Afzal’s 68-match career is marked by 1349 fantasy points and a knack for breakthroughs (5 three-wicket hauls, 1 four-wicket haul). With 13 average bowling fantasy points per match and 218 points in the current event, Afzal is ALZ’s go-to bowler in crunch situations.

Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)

1. Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder

Sabir is JCC’s MVP, averaging 92 fantasy points per match in the current event. With 1 wicket per match and 49 bowling fantasy points per match, Sabir’s all-round impact is immense. Their 10 sixes and 10 fours in just 7 matches, along with a fifty, underline their batting value.

2. Azeem Amin – Bowler

Amin’s 22-match career features 1265 fantasy points (58 per match) and 34 sixes, making them a rare bowling all-rounder. With 2 Player of the Match awards and a highest single-match fantasy score of 151, Amin is a proven game-changer.

3. Sameer Khan – Bowler (Captain)

Khan leads from the front, with 1589 career fantasy points (50 per match) and 648 bowling fantasy points. Their 23 sixes and 32 fours show they can contribute with the bat as well. Khan’s leadership and consistency are vital for JCC.

4. Faraan Chaudhry – Batsman

Chaudhry’s 36-match career has yielded 994 fantasy points (28 per match) and 25 sixes. With 3 Player of the Match awards and a top score of 76, Chaudhry is a reliable top-order batter who can anchor or accelerate as needed.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) vs Naeem Sabir (JCC):
    Rajapaksha’s explosive batting (37 runs/match, 4 sixes/match) will be tested by Sabir’s wicket-taking ability (1 wicket/match, 49 bowling fantasy points/match). This duel could define the match’s momentum.

  • Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (ALZ) vs Azeem Amin (JCC):
    Ghulami’s boundary-hitting (121 sixes) faces Amin’s all-round threat (58 fantasy points/match, 34 sixes, 216 bowling points). Both are capable of turning the game in a single over.

  • Azam Khalil (ALZ) vs Sameer Khan (JCC):
    Khalil’s all-round consistency (33 fantasy points/match, 12 Player of the Match awards) will be up against Khan’s leadership and bowling (50 fantasy points/match, 648 bowling points).

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Picks:

  • Naeem Sabir (JCC): Consistent all-rounder, high fantasy average, and current form.
  • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ): Explosive batter, high sixes and runs per match, and top event fantasy scorer.

Bold Picks:

  • Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (ALZ): Proven six-hitter, high career fantasy average, and experience.
  • Azeem Amin (JCC): All-rounder with a knack for big performances and high fantasy ceiling.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Boundary Battle: With Rajapaksha and Ghulami for ALZ, and Amin and Chaudhry for JCC, expect a flurry of sixes and fours.
  • All-Round Impact: Sabir and Khalil are the glue for their respective teams, contributing in all departments.
  • Bowling Deciders: The likes of Afzal (ALZ) and Khan (JCC) could swing the match with timely wickets.

Potential Game-Changers:

  • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ): If they get going, ALZ could post a daunting total.
  • Naeem Sabir (JCC): A strong performance with both bat and ball could see JCC home.

Final Word

With both teams boasting a win percentage above 64%, Match 18 at Botkyrka Cricket Center is set to be a showcase of T10 cricket at its finest. Expect fireworks, close contests, and individual brilliance as JCC and ALZ vie for supremacy in ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025.

  1. Chinthaka Rajapaksha – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 94.0 – ALZ
  2. Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 92.0 – JCCS
  3. Azeem Amin – Bowler – Avg. Points: 58.0 – JCCS
  4. Sameer Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 50.0 – JCCS
  5. Mukhtar Ali Ghulami – Batsman – Avg. Points: 50.0 – ALZ
  6. Muhammad Saile – Batsman – Avg. Points: 48.0 – ALZ
  7. Sharjeel Sadaqat – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 43.0 – JCCS
  8. Jamal Nasir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 36.0 – JCCS
  9. Azam Khalil – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 33.0 – ALZ
  10. Arslan Ali – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 32.0 – ALZ
  11. Qazi Taqweem – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 30.0 – ALZ

Number of players from each team:

  • Alby Zalmi (ALZ): 6
  • Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCCS): 5

Number of players from each skill type:

  • All-Rounder: 7
  • Bowler: 2
  • Batsman: 2

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