ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 – Match 9 Preview

Rising Phoenix (RPHX) vs Marsta (MAR)

ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 Single Group Match Day 2 – Match 9

Date: 24 July 2025
Start Time: 14:45 Local | 17:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Rising Phoenix won the toss and elected to bat

Spotlight: Who Will Shine?

  • Most 6s Prediction:
    Sunil Yadav (RPHX) – 5 sixes in 1 match (career average: 5.0 sixes/match)
  • Most Runs Prediction:
    Sunil Yadav (RPHX) – 43 runs in 1 match (career average: 43.0 runs/match)
  • Most Wickets Prediction:
    Multiple RPHX bowlers – Darshan Lakhani, Archit Dhupar, Sunil Yadav, and Swapnil Kale all average 1.0 wicket per match
  • Match MVP Prediction:
    Sunil Yadav (RPHX) – 121.0 average fantasy points per match (career)

Team Introductions

Rising Phoenix (RPHX)

  • Team Colors: Dark Blue & Orange
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Sunil Yadav (121.0 points/match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Sunil Yadav (121.0 points/match)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Sunil Yadav (5 sixes in 1 match; 5.0 sixes/match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Darshan Lakhani, Archit Dhupar, Sunil Yadav, Swapnil Kale (all 1.0 wickets/match)
  • Team Record: Data not available (new team or incomplete records)

Marsta (MAR)

  • Team Colors: Blue
  • Matches Played: 40
  • Matches Won: 25
  • Win Percentage: 62.5%
  • Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Waqas Haider (46.0 points/match)
  • Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Waqas Haider (112.0 points/match)
  • Top Six-Hitter (Career): Waqas Haider (51 sixes in 33 matches; 1.0 sixes/match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker (Career): Nazmul Hashan (1.0 wickets/match)

Player Highlights

Rising Phoenix (RPHX)

Sunil Yadav – All Rounder

Sunil Yadav has made an immediate impact, scoring 43 runs and smashing 5 sixes in their only match so far, resulting in a staggering 121 fantasy points. With a perfect record in both batting and bowling (1 wicket in 1 match), Sunil is the clear all-round threat for RPHX. Their ability to clear the ropes and contribute with the ball makes them a top fantasy and real-world pick.

Darshan Lakhani – All Rounder

With 7 matches under their belt, Darshan Lakhani averages 60 fantasy points per match, with a career-best of 127. Their bowling is particularly effective, averaging 38 bowling fantasy points per match and 1 wicket per game. Lakhani’s dual-threat capability is a key asset for Rising Phoenix.

Archit Dhupar – Bowler

Archit Dhupar has played 5 matches, averaging 53 fantasy points per match, with a best of 79. Their bowling is their main strength, averaging 45 bowling fantasy points per match and 1 wicket per game. Dhupar’s consistency with the ball could be crucial in the T10 format.

Pratik Sankhe – Wicket Keeper

Pratik Sankhe brings a solid fantasy average of 26 points per match over 7 games, with a high of 92. Their batting (18 points/match) and fielding (5 points/match) make them a valuable contributor, especially in the short T10 format.

Marsta (MAR)

Waqas Haider – Batsman

Waqas Haider is Marsta’s most prolific batter, with 51 career sixes and 5 fifties in 33 matches. Averaging 46 fantasy points per match (career) and a remarkable 112 in the current event, Haider is a proven match-winner. With 4 Player of the Match awards (12.1% of matches), their ability to dominate is well established.

Abdulrehman – All Rounder, Captain

Abdulrehman is a true all-rounder, averaging 48 fantasy points per match (career) and 90 in the current event. With 2 Player of the Match awards in 23 matches, they are a reliable performer. Their balanced contributions with both bat and ball make them a key figure for Marsta.

Muhammad Waleed – Batsman

Despite only 3 matches, Muhammad Waleed has already scored a fifty and averages 61 fantasy points per match, with a top score of 54 and 9 sixes. Their explosive batting could be a game-changer in the T10 format.

Nazmul Hashan – Bowler

Nazmul Hashan is Marsta’s leading wicket-taker, averaging 1 wicket per match over 12 games. With 41 fantasy points per match and a best of 130, Hashan’s bowling could be pivotal in restricting Rising Phoenix.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Sunil Yadav (RPHX) vs Nazmul Hashan (MAR):
    • Yadav’s explosive batting (43 runs, 5 sixes in 1 match) will be tested by Hashan’s consistent wicket-taking (1 wicket/match, 35 bowling fantasy points/match).
  • Waqas Haider (MAR) vs Darshan Lakhani (RPHX):
    • Haider’s power-hitting (51 sixes, 16 runs/match) faces Lakhani’s all-round skills (38 bowling fantasy points/match, 1 wicket/match).
  • Muhammad Waleed (MAR) vs Archit Dhupar (RPHX):
    • Waleed’s high strike rate (3 sixes/match, 27 runs/match) will be a challenge for Dhupar’s disciplined bowling (45 bowling fantasy points/match).

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

Safe Choices:

  • Sunil Yadav (RPHX): Highest fantasy average, all-rounder, and six-hitting ability.
  • Waqas Haider (MAR): Consistent high fantasy scores, proven match-winner.

Bold Choices:

  • Darshan Lakhani (RPHX): All-rounder with high bowling impact.
  • Muhammad Waleed (MAR): Explosive batter, high ceiling in T10.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Sunil Yadav could dominate with both bat and ball, as shown by their all-round performance in their debut.
    • Waqas Haider and Muhammad Waleed provide Marsta with explosive batting options, capable of changing the game in a few overs.
    • Nazmul Hashan and Darshan Lakhani will be crucial with the ball, especially in the powerplay and death overs.

  • Fantasy Focus:

    • All-rounders and power-hitters are likely to score big in the T10 format.
    • Bowlers with wicket-taking ability (Hashan, Lakhani, Dhupar) are valuable picks.

Conclusion

With Rising Phoenix opting to bat first after winning the toss, expect fireworks at Botkyrka Cricket Center. The clash between RPHX’s dynamic all-rounders and Marsta’s experienced campaigners promises a thrilling contest. Keep an eye on the big hitters and strike bowlers—this T10 encounter could be decided in a matter of overs!

Stay tuned for live action and updates from ECS Sweden, Stockholm, 2025!

  1. Sunil Yadav – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 121.0 – Rising Phoenix
  2. Muhammad Waleed – Batsman – Avg. Points: 61.0 – Marsta
  3. Darshan Lakhani – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 60.0 – Rising Phoenix
  4. Archit Dhupar – Bowler – Avg. Points: 53.0 – Rising Phoenix
  5. Shaurav Sarkar – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – Marsta
  6. Abdulrehman – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 48.0 – Marsta
  7. Waqas Haider – Batsman – Avg. Points: 46.0 – Marsta
  8. Swapnil Kale – Bowler – Avg. Points: 43.0 – Rising Phoenix
  9. Nazmul Hashan – Bowler – Avg. Points: 41.0 – Marsta
  10. Hamid Mahmood – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 38.0 – Marsta
  11. Harsha Aithal – Bowler – Avg. Points: 35.0 – Rising Phoenix

Number of players in the list from each team:

  • Marsta: 6
  • Rising Phoenix: 5

Number of players from each skill type:

  • All Rounder / All-Rounder: 5
  • Bowler: 4
  • Batsman: 2
  • Wicket-Keeper: 0

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