ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025: UPM-W vs HUT-W – Match 4 Preview

Event: ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025
Match: UPM-W vs HUT-W, Single Group Match Day 1 Match 4
Date: 7th June 2025
Start Time: 15:45 Local | 19:15 IST
Venue: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch
Format: T10
Toss: Upminster-W won the toss and elected to field
Match Type: Group Match

Setting the Stage

The ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action as Upminster-Women (UPM-W) take on Hutton-Women (HUT-W) in Match 4 of the opening group stage. With both teams eager to stamp their authority early in the tournament, this encounter at Harrow Lodge Park promises to be a fascinating contest of emerging talent and tactical acumen.

Predicted Standouts: Who Will Shine?

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

  • Most Sixes:
    Sunette Viljoen-Louw (UPM-W) – With a career average of 1.0 sixes per match and 2 sixes in just 2 matches, she is the most likely to clear the ropes.

  • Most Runs:
    Harry Goodey (UPM-W) – Boasts the highest career average runs per match at 22.0, making them the top candidate for a big score.

  • Most Wickets:
    Lois Gable (UPM-W) – While no player has taken a wicket yet, Gable leads with the highest average bowling fantasy points (6.0 per match), indicating wicket-taking potential.

  • Match MVP:
    Harry Goodey (UPM-W) – With a remarkable average of 68.0 fantasy points per match, Goodey is the frontrunner for the MVP title.

Team Introductions & Key Stats

Upminster-Women (UPM-W)

  • Team Colours: Blue (Primary), Dark Blue (Secondary)
  • Strongest Player: Harry Goodey (Avg. 68.0 fantasy points per match)
  • Best Current Event Performer: Harry Goodey (Avg. 68.0 fantasy points per match in event)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Sunette Viljoen-Louw (2 sixes in 2 matches; 1.0 per match)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: Lois Gable (Highest bowling fantasy points, though no wickets yet)
  • Team Record: Data not available

Hutton-Women (HUT-W)

  • Team Colours: Dark Blue (Primary), Red (Secondary)
  • Strongest Player: Erica Hobson (Avg. 40.0 fantasy points per match)
  • Best Current Event Performer: Erica Hobson (Avg. 40.0 fantasy points per match in event)
  • Top Six-Hitter: Erica Hobson (1 six in 2 matches)
  • Top Wicket-Taker: No wickets taken yet; all bowlers have 0 wickets
  • Team Record: Data not available

Player Highlights

Upminster-Women (UPM-W)

Harry Goodey – All Rounder

A true all-round force, Goodey has amassed 136 career fantasy points in just 2 matches, with a staggering 68.0 average per match. Their batting is a standout, with 97 fantasy points and a top score of 45, complemented by 31 bowling fantasy points. Goodey’s ability to contribute in both departments makes them a pivotal player for UPM-W.

Sunette Viljoen-Louw – Batsman

Viljoen-Louw is the team’s power-hitter, with 2 sixes and 4 fours in just 2 matches, and a top score of 41. Her 81 batting fantasy points and 45.0 average fantasy points per match highlight her consistency and boundary-clearing prowess.

Paige Roche – All Rounder

Roche brings balance to the side, with 59 total career fantasy points and a healthy 30.0 average per match. She’s contributed 39 batting fantasy points and 12 fielding points (including a stumping), showing her value in all facets of the game.

Lois Gable – All Rounder

Gable’s 19 career fantasy points (10.0 per match) are driven by her bowling, with 11 points and a 6.0 average per match. While wickets have eluded her so far, her fantasy returns suggest she’s creating chances and could be due a breakthrough.

Hutton-Women (HUT-W)

Erica Hobson – All Rounder, Captain

Hobson leads from the front, with 79 career fantasy points (40.0 per match) and 75 of those from batting. She’s hit 5 fours and 1 six, with a top score of 35, making her the backbone of HUT-W’s batting lineup.

Lauren Pamenter – Batsman

Pamenter has 35 career fantasy points (18.0 per match), with 31 from batting. Her top score of 19 and 3 fours show her ability to anchor the innings and find the boundary.

Darcy Sturt – Wicket Keeper

Sturt, though yet to make a mark with bat or gloves, has 4 career fantasy points (2.0 per match). Her role behind the stumps will be crucial in a format where every run and dismissal counts.

Chloe Stretton – Bowler

Stretton, with 4 career fantasy points (2.0 per match), is still searching for her first wicket. Her consistency in fantasy returns suggests she’s keeping things tight and could be a key bowler for HUT-W.

Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head

  • Best Batter vs Best Bowler

    • Harry Goodey (UPM-W) vs Chloe Stretton (HUT-W): Goodey’s 22.0 runs per match and 68.0 fantasy points per match will test Stretton, who is yet to claim a wicket but has been economical.
    • Erica Hobson (HUT-W) vs Lois Gable (UPM-W): Hobson’s 17.0 runs per match and 40.0 fantasy points per match face Gable’s 6.0 average bowling fantasy points.

  • Boundary Hitters

    • Sunette Viljoen-Louw (UPM-W) vs Erica Hobson (HUT-W): Both are the only players to have cleared the ropes, with Viljoen-Louw slightly ahead in sixes.

Captain & Vice-Captain Fantasy Picks

Safe Choices:

  • Harry Goodey (UPM-W): Highest average fantasy points, consistent all-rounder.
  • Erica Hobson (HUT-W): Captain, top scorer, and most reliable for HUT-W.

Bold Choices:

  • Sunette Viljoen-Louw (UPM-W): Explosive potential with the bat, could turn the game in a few overs.
  • Lauren Pamenter (HUT-W): If she gets going, her boundary-hitting can rack up points quickly.

Insights & Key Matchups

  • Potential Game-Changers:

    • Harry Goodey is the most complete player in the match, with the ability to dominate both with bat and ball.
    • Sunette Viljoen-Louw could be the X-factor with her six-hitting ability in the T10 format.
    • Erica Hobson is Hutton’s best hope for a big total and a competitive fight.

  • Fantasy Watch:

    • All-rounders are likely to dominate the fantasy charts, with Goodey and Hobson leading the way.
    • Watch for Viljoen-Louw and Pamenter for quick runs and boundary bonuses.

Conclusion

With both teams still finding their feet in the tournament, this match is set to be a showcase of emerging talent and tactical innovation. Upminster-Women, with their all-round strength and explosive batting, start as favourites, but Hutton-Women, led by the consistent Erica Hobson, will be eager to spring a surprise. Expect a fast-paced, boundary-laden contest as the ECS-W England, Hornchurch, 2025 continues to thrill!

Top 11 Players by Highest Average Fantasy Points per Match

  1. Harry Goodey – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 68.0 – Upminster-W
  2. Sunette Viljoen-Louw – Batsman – Avg. Points: 45.0 – Upminster-W
  3. Erica Hobson – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 40.0 – Hutton-W
  4. Paige Roche – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 30.0 – Upminster-W
  5. Lauren Pamenter – Batsman – Avg. Points: 18.0 – Hutton-W
  6. Lois Gable – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 10.0 – Upminster-W
  7. Zoe Quested – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 8.0 – Upminster-W
  8. Felicity Russell – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 5.0 – Upminster-W
  9. Dani Cox – Batsman – Avg. Points: 4.0 – Upminster-W
  10. Abi Little – Bowler – Avg. Points: 2.0 – Hutton-W
  11. Bethany Law – Wicket Keeper – Avg. Points: 2.0 – Hutton-W

Number of Players from Each Team:

  • Upminster-W: 7
  • Hutton-W: 4

Number of Players from Each Skill Type:

  • All Rounder: 4
  • Batsman: 3
  • Wicket Keeper: 2
  • Bowler: 2

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