ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 – Finals Match Day 1, Match 21: Rising Phoenix (RPHX) vs Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC) – Eliminator Preview
Date: 27 July 2025
Start Time: 08:45 Local | 11:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Eliminator
Toss: Rising Phoenix won the toss and elected to bat
The Stage is Set
The ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 reaches a fever pitch as Rising Phoenix (RPHX) and Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC) lock horns in the all-important Eliminator on Finals Match Day 1. With a place in the next round at stake, both teams will be eager to bring their best to the Botkyrka Cricket Center in this high-octane T10 clash.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
- Most 6s:
- Naeem Sabir (JCC) and Sunil Yadav (RPHX) both average an impressive 2 sixes per match in their careers, making them the prime candidates to clear the ropes most often.
- Most Runs:
- Sunil Yadav (RPHX) leads the way with a career average of 28 runs per match, closely followed by Naeem Sabir (JCC) at 23.
- Most Wickets:
- Naeem Sabir (JCC) and Archit Dhupar (RPHX) both average 1 wicket per match, making them the bowlers to watch.
- Match MVP:
- Naeem Sabir (JCC) boasts a remarkable 94 average fantasy points per match, the highest among all players, making them the top MVP contender.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)
- Matches Played: 33
- Matches Won: 20
- Win Percentage: 60.6%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Naeem Sabir (94 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Naeem Sabir (94 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Faraan Chaudhry (27 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Naeem Sabir (1 wicket per match)
JCC enters the Eliminator with a strong pedigree, having won over 60% of their matches. Their lineup is studded with all-rounders and power-hitters, making them a formidable opponent in the T10 format.
Rising Phoenix (RPHX)
- Matches Played: 8
- Matches Won: 3
- Win Percentage: 37.5%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Sunil Yadav (83 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Sunil Yadav (83 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter (Career): Sunil Yadav (22 sixes)
- Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Archit Dhupar (1 wicket per match)
Rising Phoenix, though less experienced as a unit, have shown flashes of brilliance. Their all-rounders and aggressive batters are capable of turning the game in a matter of overs.
Player Highlights
Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCC)
Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder
Naeem Sabir is the heartbeat of JCC, with a staggering 94 average fantasy points per match both in their career and the current event. With 19 sixes and 14 fours in just 9 matches, Sabir is a genuine game-changer with the bat, averaging 23 runs per match. Their bowling is equally potent, averaging 1 wicket per match and 40 fantasy points per game, with a best of 3 wickets in a match. Sabir’s all-round prowess makes them the most valuable player in this contest.
Faraan Chaudhry – Batsman
A consistent performer, Faraan Chaudhry has played 38 matches, amassing 27 sixes and 32 fours. With 2 fifties and a top score of 76, Chaudhry averages 10 runs per match and 21 batting fantasy points. Their fielding is also notable, with 13 career catches. With 3 Player of the Match awards, Chaudhry is a proven match-winner.
Azeem Amin – Bowler
Azeem Amin brings balance to JCC with 24 matches under their belt and 35 sixes, 36 fours, and 2 fifties. Averaging 16 runs per match and 1 wicket per match, Amin’s all-round contributions are reflected in their 54 average fantasy points per match. With 2 Player of the Match awards, Amin is a reliable performer in crunch situations.
Sameer Khan – Bowler (Captain)
The captain leads from the front, with 34 matches and 3 Player of the Match awards. Khan’s 26 sixes and 33 fours highlight their batting ability, while their bowling has yielded 3 three-wicket hauls. Averaging 52 fantasy points per match, Khan’s leadership and all-round skills are vital for JCC.
Rising Phoenix (RPHX)
Sunil Yadav – All-Rounder
Sunil Yadav is RPHX’s talisman, averaging a phenomenal 83 fantasy points per match. With 22 sixes and 18 fours in just 8 matches, Yadav averages 28 runs per match and 64 batting fantasy points. Their all-round skills are complemented by 3 catches and a Player of the Match award, making Yadav a must-watch.
Darshan Lakhani – All-Rounder
Lakhani’s 15-match career features 17 sixes, 23 fours, and a fifty, with a top score of 97. Averaging 17 runs per match and 1 wicket per match, Lakhani’s 66 average fantasy points per match underline their all-round value. Their best bowling figures of 3 wickets in a match make them a key threat.
Pratik Sankhe – Wicket-Keeper
With 13 matches, 12 sixes, and 22 fours, Sankhe is a dynamic wicket-keeper batter. Averaging 16 runs per match and 33 batting fantasy points, Sankhe’s 39 average fantasy points per match and 1 stumping highlight their dual threat.
Archit Dhupar – Bowler
Dhupar’s 11-match career is marked by consistency, with 1 wicket per match and 43 average fantasy points. Their best bowling figures of 2 wickets in a match and 5 career catches make Dhupar a reliable performer in the field.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
- Sunil Yadav (RPHX) vs Naeem Sabir (JCC):
- Both average 2 sixes per match and are the leading run-scorers for their teams. Yadav edges ahead in runs per match (28 vs 23), but Sabir’s all-round fantasy impact (94 vs 83) makes this a marquee battle.
- Archit Dhupar (RPHX) vs Naeem Sabir (JCC):
- Both average 1 wicket per match, but Sabir’s superior batting and fielding contributions give them the all-round edge.
- Faraan Chaudhry (JCC) vs Darshan Lakhani (RPHX):
- Both are power-hitters with 27 and 17 sixes respectively, and both have the ability to change the game in a few deliveries.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Naeem Sabir (JCC): Highest average fantasy points, consistent all-rounder.
- Sunil Yadav (RPHX): Explosive batter, high fantasy ceiling.
Bold Picks
- Darshan Lakhani (RPHX): All-rounder with a history of big performances.
- Azeem Amin (JCC): Capable of contributing with both bat and ball, and a proven match-winner.
Insights & Key Matchups
This Eliminator promises fireworks, with both teams boasting explosive all-rounders and power-hitters. The contest between Sunil Yadav and Naeem Sabir could well decide the outcome, while the supporting cast—Lakhani, Amin, Chaudhry, and Dhupar—are all capable of producing match-winning moments.
- Watch for early aggression: Both teams have players who can clear the ropes from ball one.
- All-rounders hold the key: With multiple players contributing in all departments, expect the MVP to be an all-rounder.
- Fielding could be decisive: With several players averaging high fielding fantasy points, sharp catches and run-outs may swing the momentum.
Final Word
With the stakes at their highest, expect a fiercely contested Eliminator at Botkyrka Cricket Center. Whether it’s the experience and firepower of Jinnah CC Stockholm or the explosive potential of Rising Phoenix, this T10 clash is set to deliver edge-of-the-seat action. Don’t miss a ball!
Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis on the official ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 website.
- Naeem Sabir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 94.0 – JCCS
- Sunil Yadav – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 83.0 – RP
- Darshan Lakhani – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 66.0 – RP
- Azeem Amin – Bowler – Avg. Points: 54.0 – JCCS
- Sameer Khan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 52.0 – JCCS
- Prats Chougule – Bowler – Avg. Points: 49.0 – RP
- Swapnil Kale – Bowler – Avg. Points: 46.0 – RP
- Archit Dhupar – Bowler – Avg. Points: 43.0 – RP
- Pratik Sankhe – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 39.0 – RP
- Jamal Nasir – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 37.0 – JCCS
- Rajan Khandelwal – Bowler – Avg. Points: 30.0 – RP
Number of players from each team:
- Rising Phoenix (RP): 7
- Jinnah CC Stockholm (JCCS): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 4
- Bowler: 5
- Wicket-Keeper: 1
- Batsman: 0
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