ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025: Marsta (MAR) vs Alby Zalmi (ALZ) – Match 13 Preview

Event: ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025
Match: Marsta (MAR) vs Alby Zalmi (ALZ), Single Group Match Day 3, Match 13
Date: 25 July 2025
Start Time: 12:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Alby Zalmi won the toss and elected to bat

Spotlight on the Stars: Who Will Shine Brightest?

  • Most 6s Prediction:
    Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) – With a staggering career average of 5 sixes per match (20 sixes in just 4 matches), Rajapaksha is the clear favorite to clear the ropes most often.

  • Most Runs Prediction:
    Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) – Averaging 43 runs per match, Rajapaksha is also the leading candidate to top the run charts.

  • Most Wickets Prediction:
    Qazi Taqweem (ALZ) – With a career average of 1 wicket per match, Taqweem leads the field in wicket-taking potential.

  • Match MVP Prediction:
    Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) – An extraordinary average of 110 fantasy points per match over their career makes Rajapaksha the top contender for the MVP award.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Alby Zalmi (ALZ)

  • Matches Played: 61
  • Matches Won: 40
  • Win Percentage: 65.6%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Chinthaka Rajapaksha (110 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Chinthaka Rajapaksha (110 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (121 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Qazi Taqweem (1 wicket per match, best among regular bowlers)

Marsta (MAR)

  • Matches Played: 42
  • Matches Won: 25
  • Win Percentage: 59.5%
  • Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Waqas Haider (43 per match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Waqas Haider (65 per match)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Waqas Haider (54 career sixes)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Hamid Mahmood (16 avg. bowling fantasy points per match, 606 total bowling points)

Player Highlights

Alby Zalmi (ALZ)

Chinthaka Rajapaksha – All-Rounder

Rajapaksha has been a revelation in the ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025, boasting an average of 110 fantasy points per match, both in the current event and across their short but explosive career. With 20 sixes and 11 fours in just 4 matches, Rajapaksha is a true game-changer with the bat, having already scored two fifties and a top score of 79. Their Player of the Match award ratio stands at an impressive 0.25, underlining their match-winning capabilities.

Azam Khalil – All-Rounder, Captain

A seasoned campaigner with 77 matches, Khalil has accumulated 2,506 career fantasy points and 12 Player of the Match awards (ratio: 0.16). With 41 sixes and 60 fours, Khalil is a consistent contributor with both bat and ball, averaging 33 fantasy points per match over their career and 72 in the current event. Their all-round skills and leadership make them a vital cog in the ALZ lineup.

Faruk Ahmed – Batsman

Ahmed is a powerhouse with 3,371 career fantasy points and an average of 61 per match. With 97 sixes and 111 fours, Ahmed is the most prolific six-hitter in the squad after Ghulami. Their top score of 97 and seven fifties highlight their ability to anchor and accelerate the innings. Ahmed’s fielding is also notable, with 15 career catches.

Mukhtar Ali Ghulami – Batsman

Ghulami is the six-hitting machine for ALZ, with 121 sixes and 101 fours in 69 matches. Averaging 51 fantasy points per match, Ghulami’s explosive batting is complemented by solid fielding (29 catches). Their highest fantasy points in a match is 184, and they remain a constant threat to any bowling attack.

Marsta (MAR)

Waqas Haider – Batsman

Haider is Marsta’s talisman, with 1,558 career fantasy points and an average of 43 per match (65 in the current event). With 54 sixes and 43 fours, Haider is the team’s leading six-hitter and run-scorer, boasting five fifties and a top score of 67. Their Player of the Match ratio is a strong 0.11, reflecting their match-winning prowess.

Hamid Mahmood – All-Rounder

Mahmood brings balance to Marsta, with 1,501 career fantasy points and an average of 40 per match. Their all-round contributions include 25 sixes, 31 fours, and 606 bowling fantasy points. Mahmood’s ability to contribute in all departments makes them a key player for Marsta.

Abdulrehman – All-Rounder, Captain

With 1,170 career fantasy points and a 0.08 Player of the Match ratio, Abdulrehman is a reliable all-rounder. They have 10 sixes, 29 fours, and 503 bowling fantasy points, with a top score of 53. Their leadership and consistency are vital for Marsta’s success.

Shaurav Sarkar – All-Rounder

Sarkar has made a big impact in a short span, with 206 career fantasy points from just 7 matches (29 per match, 34 in the current event). With 3 sixes and 7 fours, Sarkar’s aggressive batting and useful bowling (53 bowling points) add depth to the Marsta lineup.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ) vs Waqas Haider (MAR):

    • Rajapaksha: 43 runs/match, 5 sixes/match, 110 fantasy points/match
    • Haider: 15 runs/match, 1 six/match, 43 fantasy points/match
    • Edge: Rajapaksha, for sheer explosiveness and fantasy impact.

  • Qazi Taqweem (ALZ) vs Hamid Mahmood (MAR):

    • Taqweem: 1 wicket/match, 31 bowling fantasy points/match
    • Mahmood: 16 bowling fantasy points/match, 0 wickets/match (but more all-round value)
    • Edge: Taqweem for wickets, Mahmood for all-round fantasy value.

  • Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (ALZ) vs Waqas Haider (MAR):

    • Ghulami: 19 runs/match, 1 six/match, 51 fantasy points/match
    • Haider: 15 runs/match, 1 six/match, 43 fantasy points/match
    • Edge: Ghulami for consistency and six-hitting.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ): Unmatched fantasy average and six-hitting ability.
  • Waqas Haider (MAR): Consistent run-scorer and six-hitter for Marsta.

Bold Picks:

  • Azam Khalil (ALZ): All-rounder with high ceiling, especially in the current event.
  • Hamid Mahmood (MAR): All-round contributions can yield big fantasy returns.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Chinthaka Rajapaksha (ALZ): Could dominate with both bat and ball, and is the most likely MVP.
    • Waqas Haider (MAR): If Haider gets going, Marsta’s chances rise sharply.
    • Mukhtar Ali Ghulami (ALZ): A flurry of sixes from Ghulami can turn the match in a few overs.
    • Hamid Mahmood (MAR): All-round impact could be decisive in a tight contest.

  • Fantasy Watch:

    • Rajapaksha and Haider are must-haves for their explosive potential.
    • Khalil and Mahmood offer all-round value and are strong vice-captain options.
    • Watch for Taqweem and Mahmood in the bowling department for wicket-taking bursts.

Conclusion

With Alby Zalmi winning the toss and opting to bat, expect fireworks from their power-packed lineup, especially from Chinthaka Rajapaksha and Mukhtar Ali Ghulami. Marsta, led by the consistent Waqas Haider and the versatile Hamid Mahmood, will look to counter with their own firepower. The stage is set for a high-octane T10 clash at Botkyrka Cricket Center, where individual brilliance could tip the scales. Stay tuned for a match brimming with sixes, wickets, and fantasy drama!

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