ECS-W Croatia, 2025: Jinx Zagreb-W vs Lavender Lionesses-W – Match 1 Preview
Event: ECS-W Croatia, 2025
Match: Jinx Zagreb-W (JZ-W) vs Lavender Lionesses-W (LL-W)
Match Name: ECS-W Croatia, 2025 Single Group Match Day 1 Match 1
Date: 16 August 2025
Start Time: 09:30 Local Time | 12:00 IST
Venue: Mladost Cricket Ground, Zagreb
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Jinx Zagreb-W won the toss and elected to field
Anticipation Builds for the Opening Clash
The ECS-W Croatia, 2025 kicks off with a high-energy encounter as Jinx Zagreb-W (JZ-W) take on Lavender Lionesses-W (LL-W) in the tournament’s very first match. With both teams eager to set the tone for their campaigns, the Mladost Cricket Ground in Zagreb is set to witness a fast-paced T10 battle, where every ball counts and every player has the chance to become a hero.
Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?
Based on available career data, here are the players to watch for key match-impacting feats:
- Most 6s: No player in either squad has hit a six in their career so far, so the race for the first maximum of the tournament is wide open.
- Most Runs:Magdalena Nikolic (LL-W) leads with a career average of 21 runs per match, making them the top candidate to anchor the innings.
- Most Wickets: While no player has taken more than two wickets in a match or averages more than zero wickets per match, Lidija Krvaric (JZ-W) and Pavla Senjug (JZ-W) have the highest bowling fantasy points, indicating wicket-taking potential.
- Match MVP:Pavla Senjug (JZ-W) stands out with a stellar average of 55 fantasy points per match over their career, making them the prime MVP candidate.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Jinx Zagreb-W (JZ-W)
- Matches Played: 2
- Matches Won: 2
- Win Percentage: 100%
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Pavla Senjug (55 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Data not available
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): No sixes hit by any player
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No player averages more than 0 wickets per match, but Pavla Senjug and Lidija Krvaric have the highest bowling fantasy points
Lavender Lionesses-W (LL-W)
- Matches Played: Data not available
- Matches Won: Data not available
- Win Percentage: Data not available
- Strongest Player (Career Fantasy Avg): Magdalena Nikolic (36 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Fantasy Avg): Data not available
- Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): No sixes hit by any player
- Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No player averages more than 0 wickets per match, but Marija Trajkovic and Elena Prokic have the highest bowling fantasy points
Player Highlights
Jinx Zagreb-W (JZ-W)
1. Pavla Senjug – All-Rounder
With 22 matches under their belt, Pavla Senjug is the heartbeat of JZ-W. Their career fantasy points tally (1204) and an average of 55 per match are unmatched in this contest. Senjug’s all-round prowess is evident: 491 batting fantasy points, a top score of 50, and 617 bowling fantasy points. Notably, they have 5 Player of the Match awards, a remarkable 22.7% award ratio, underlining their match-winning ability.
2. Lidija Krvaric – All-Rounder (Captain)
Krvaric brings experience and consistency, with 22 matches and 1041 career fantasy points (47 per match). Their bowling is a key asset, with 584 bowling fantasy points and a best of 82 in a match. With 24 career fours and a top score of 27, Krvaric is a reliable contributor in both departments.
3. Helen Leko – All-Rounder
Leko’s 20-match career has yielded 818 fantasy points (41 per match). With 322 batting and 354 bowling fantasy points, Leko is a true dual threat. Their top batting score is 36, and they have a Player of the Match award to their name.
4. Dora Pavelic – Wicket-Keeper
Pavelic’s 10 matches have produced 248 fantasy points (25 per match), with a highest single-match haul of 103. Their contributions are spread across batting, bowling, and fielding, making them a valuable asset behind the stumps and in the field.
Lavender Lionesses-W (LL-W)
1. Magdalena Nikolic – Batsman
Nikolic is the Lionesses’ most reliable performer, with 107 career fantasy points from 3 matches (36 per match). Their batting is the team’s backbone, with 87 batting fantasy points, a top score of 25, and 6 career fours. Nikolic’s average of 21 runs per match is the highest in this fixture.
2. Marija Trajkovic – Bowler
Trajkovic has 75 career fantasy points from 3 matches (25 per match), with 63 coming from bowling. Their best bowling fantasy performance is 47 in a match, and while wickets have been elusive, their consistency with the ball is notable.
3. Milica Stevanovic – All-Rounder
Stevanovic’s 3 matches have yielded 46 fantasy points (15 per match). While their batting numbers are modest, they have contributed 26 bowling fantasy points and 12 in the field, showing all-round value.
4. Elena Prokic – Bowler
Prokic has 51 fantasy points from just 2 matches (26 per match), with 27 from bowling and 14 from fielding. Their top score with the bat is 2, but their impact with the ball and in the field could be crucial.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Magdalena Nikolic (LL-W) vs Pavla Senjug (JZ-W)
- Nikolic averages 21 runs per match; Senjug averages 28 bowling fantasy points per match.
- Lidija Krvaric (JZ-W) vs Marija Trajkovic (LL-W)
- Krvaric averages 10 runs per match; Trajkovic averages 21 bowling fantasy points per match.
- Magdalena Nikolic (LL-W) vs Pavla Senjug (JZ-W)
Fantasy Points Showdown:
- Pavla Senjug (JZ-W): 55 avg fantasy points/match
- Magdalena Nikolic (LL-W): 36 avg fantasy points/match
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
- Safe Captain Pick:
- Pavla Senjug (JZ-W) – Highest fantasy average, all-rounder, and proven match-winner.
- Safe Vice-Captain Pick:
- Lidija Krvaric (JZ-W) – Consistent all-round contributions and leadership.
- Bold Captain Pick:
- Magdalena Nikolic (LL-W) – Top run-scorer potential, could anchor the innings.
- Bold Vice-Captain Pick:
- Marija Trajkovic (LL-W) – If the pitch favors bowlers, Trajkovic’s bowling could be decisive.
Insights & Key Matchups
Potential Game-Changers:
- Pavla Senjug is the most likely to swing the match with both bat and ball, given their fantasy and performance stats.
- Magdalena Nikolic could be the backbone of the Lionesses’ batting, and if they get going, LL-W could post a competitive total.
- Lidija Krvaric and Helen Leko offer depth and experience for JZ-W, while Marija Trajkovic and Elena Prokic will be key with the ball for LL-W.
Team Form:
- Jinx Zagreb-W come in with a perfect record (2 wins from 2), while Lavender Lionesses-W will look to establish themselves early in the tournament.
Final Thoughts
The opening match of ECS-W Croatia, 2025 promises a blend of emerging talent and experienced campaigners. With Jinx Zagreb-W’s all-round strength and Lavender Lionesses-W’s promising batting, expect a closely fought contest where individual brilliance could tip the scales. Fantasy managers and fans alike should keep a close eye on the all-rounders and top-order batters, as their performances are likely to define the outcome of this T10 showdown.
Let the action begin at Mladost Cricket Ground!
- Pavla Senjug – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 55.0 – JZW
- Lidija Krvaric – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 47.0 – JZW
- Helen Leko – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 41.0 – JZW
- Magdalena Nikolic – Batsman – Avg. Points: 36.0 – LLW
- Elena Prokic – Bowler – Avg. Points: 26.0 – LLW
- Dora Pavelic – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 25.0 – JZW
- Marija Trajkovic – Bowler – Avg. Points: 25.0 – LLW
- Lada Sviben – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 22.0 – JZW
- Mia Durdevac – Bowler – Avg. Points: 21.0 – JZW
- Milica Stevanovic – All-Rounder – Avg. Points: 15.0 – LLW
- Milica Perisic – Wicket-Keeper – Avg. Points: 11.0 – LLW
Number of players from each team:
- Jinx Zagreb-W (JZW): 6
- Lavender Lionesses-W (LLW): 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- All-Rounder: 5
- Bowler: 3
- Batsman: 1
- Wicket-Keeper: 2
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