ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025: UPM-W vs GUN-W – Match Preview

Event: ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025
Match: Upminster-Women (UPM-W) vs Gunnersbury-Women (GUN-W)
Match Name: Single Group Match Day 1 Match 2
Date: 7th June 2025
Start Time: 11:45 Local Time | 15:15 IST
Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
Format: T10
Toss: Upminster-Women won the toss and elected to bat
Match Type: Group Match

Anticipation Builds for Day 1, Match 2

The ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025 continues with its second match of the opening day, featuring Upminster-Women (UPM-W) taking on Gunnersbury-Women (GUN-W) at the picturesque Harrow Lodge Park. With both teams eager to make a mark in this fast-paced T10 format, the stage is set for an exciting contest. Upminster-Women, having won the toss, have opted to set a target, putting the onus on their batters to lay a strong foundation.

Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?

Based on available career and event data, here are the players to watch for key match accolades:

  • Most 6s: All players currently have a career average of 0.0 sixes per match, so this is wide open for a new hero to emerge.
  • Most Runs: With all batters yet to open their account, the race for top scorer is equally poised.
  • Most Wickets: No bowler has taken a wicket in their career so far, making this a golden opportunity for a breakthrough performance.
  • Match MVP: With all players yet to register fantasy points, the MVP title is up for grabs—expect a fresh face to seize the spotlight.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Upminster-Women (UPM-W)

  • Shirt Colours: Blue (Primary), Dark Blue (Secondary)
  • Matches Played/Won/Win %: Data not available (inaugural event for both teams)
  • Strongest Player (Avg. Fantasy Points): All players currently have 0.0 average fantasy points per match.
  • Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): No sixes hit yet by any batter.
  • Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No wickets taken yet.

Gunnersbury-Women (GUN-W)

  • Shirt Colours: Green (Primary), Yellow (Secondary)
  • Matches Played/Won/Win %: Data not available
  • Strongest Player (Avg. Fantasy Points): All players currently have 0.0 average fantasy points per match.
  • Top Batter (Most Career Sixes): No sixes hit yet.
  • Top Bowler (Most Career Wickets): No wickets taken yet.

Player Highlights

Upminster-Women (UPM-W)

1. Sunette Viljoen-Louw (Batsman, UPM-W, Jersey 30)

  • With two matches under her belt, Sunette is one of the more experienced players in this young squad. While she is yet to register runs, boundaries, or fantasy points, her role as a top-order batter will be crucial as Upminster look to set a competitive total.

2. Paige Roche (All Rounder, UPM-W, Jersey 18, Wicket Keeper)

  • Paige brings versatility as an all-rounder and wicketkeeper. Although she has not yet contributed with bat, ball, or gloves in terms of statistics, her dual role makes her a potential game-changer in the T10 format.

3. Zoe Quested (All Rounder, UPM-W, Jersey 17, Captain)

  • As captain, Zoe will be tasked with leading from the front. With two matches played, she is yet to make a mark on the scoresheet, but her leadership and all-round skills could be pivotal in a high-pressure, short-format game.

4. Dani Cox (Batsman, UPM-W, Jersey 10)

  • Dani, another batter with two matches experience, is searching for her first big contribution. The T10 format rewards aggressive intent, and Dani will be looking to break the shackles and get her team off to a flyer.

Gunnersbury-Women (GUN-W)

1. Kylie White (Wicket Keeper, GUN-W, Captain)

  • As captain and wicketkeeper, Kylie is central to Gunnersbury’s plans. While she is yet to open her account in any discipline, her leadership and presence behind the stumps will be vital in marshalling the team.

2. Shae Daly (All Rounder, GUN-W)

  • Shae’s all-round abilities make her a player to watch. With one match played, she is yet to register a significant performance, but her potential to contribute with both bat and ball could be a difference-maker.

3. Hannah Cullen (Batsman, GUN-W)

  • Hannah, a batsman with one match experience, is another player looking to make her mark. The T10 format is tailor-made for batters willing to take risks, and Hannah could be the one to ignite Gunnersbury’s innings.

4. Rachana Cambampaty (Bowler, GUN-W)

  • Rachana, a bowler with one match played, is yet to claim a wicket. With the ball likely to play a key role in the outcome, Rachana will be eager to open her account and lead the Gunnersbury attack.

Player vs Player: Key Matchups

With all players yet to register significant statistics, the head-to-head battles are a blank canvas. However, the following matchups could be decisive:

  • Sunette Viljoen-Louw (UPM-W) vs Rachana Cambampaty (GUN-W): Both are looking for their first big performance. The contest between Upminster’s top-order and Gunnersbury’s new-ball bowlers could set the tone.
  • Kylie White (GUN-W) vs Coco Thomas (UPM-W): As captains and key players in their respective lineups, their leadership and on-field decisions will be under the spotlight.

Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations

With all players on an even statistical footing, fantasy managers face a unique challenge. Here are some options:

  • Safe Picks:

    • Zoe Quested (UPM-W): As captain and all-rounder, she is likely to be involved in multiple facets of the game.
    • Kylie White (GUN-W): Her dual role as captain and wicketkeeper increases her chances of fantasy points.

  • Bold Picks:

    • Shae Daly (GUN-W): An all-rounder with the potential to contribute in both departments.
    • Paige Roche (UPM-W): Another all-rounder and wicketkeeper who could surprise with a breakout performance.

Insights & Key Matchups

With both teams and players yet to make a statistical impact, this match is a golden opportunity for new stars to emerge. The T10 format rewards aggression, quick thinking, and adaptability—qualities that will be on display as Upminster-Women and Gunnersbury-Women vie for early momentum in the tournament.

Potential Match-Changers:

  • All-rounders: With the ability to influence the game with both bat and ball, players like Zoe Quested, Paige Roche, and Shae Daly could be pivotal.
  • Captains: Leadership will be crucial in a new tournament environment. Watch for bold decisions from Zoe Quested and Kylie White.

Final Word:
With the slate wiped clean and every player hungry to make their mark, expect a fiercely contested match where new heroes will be born. Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting encounter at Harrow Lodge Park!

Top 11 Players by Average Fantasy Points per Match

(All players have an average of 0.0 fantasy points per match, so the list is sorted alphabetically by player name as a tiebreaker.)

  1. Beth Libby – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W
  2. Callie Soutar – Bowler – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Gunnersbury-W
  3. Coco Thomas – Bowler – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W
  4. Dani Cox – Batsman – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W
  5. Ellie Shaw – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Gunnersbury-W
  6. Emma Noller – Batsman – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W
  7. Esther de Lange – Bowler – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Gunnersbury-W
  8. Felicity Russell – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W
  9. Georgia Irving – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Gunnersbury-W
  10. Hannah Cullen – Batsman – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Gunnersbury-W
  11. Harry Goodey – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 0.0 – Upminster-W

Number of Players from Each Team:

  • Gunnersbury-W: 5 players
  • Upminster-W: 6 players

Number of Players from Each Skill Type:

  • All Rounder: 3 players
  • Batsman: 3 players
  • Bowler: 3 players
  • Wicket Keeper: 2 players

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