ECS-W Sweden, Stockholm, 2025: Djurgardens IF-W vs Stockholm CC-W – Match 9 Preview
Event: ECS-W Sweden, Stockholm, 2025
Match: Djurgardens IF-W (DIF-W) vs Stockholm CC-W (STO-W) – Single Group Match Day 2, Match 9
Date: 22 July 2025
Start Time: 14:45 Local Time | 17:15 IST
Venue: Botkyrka Cricket Center
Format: T10
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Stockholm CC-W won the toss and elected to bat
Spotlight on the Standouts
As the ECS-W Sweden, Stockholm, 2025 continues to deliver high-octane T10 action, Match 9 brings together two ambitious sides: Djurgardens IF-W and Stockholm CC-W. With both teams boasting a blend of emerging and established talent, this encounter promises to be a pivotal contest in the group stage.
Predicted Statistical Leaders
- Most 6s: Gunjan Shukla (DIF-W) – The only player to have cleared the ropes for a six in their career, albeit with a modest average, stands out in a field where six-hitting has been rare.
- Most Runs: Dia Gangwani (DIF-W) – With a career average of 9 runs per match, Gangwani leads the charts for consistent run-scoring.
- Most Wickets: Gunjan Shukla (DIF-W) – With the highest bowling fantasy points and a three-wicket haul to their name, Shukla is the leading wicket-taking threat.
- Match MVP: Anoushka Vaidya (DIF-W) – Boasting a remarkable 44 average fantasy points per match over their career, Vaidya is the top all-round fantasy performer.
Team Introductions & Key Stats
Djurgardens IF-W (DIF-W)
- Matches Played: 5
- Matches Won: 4
- Win Percentage: 80%
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Anoushka Vaidya (44 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Anoushka Vaidya (44 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: Gunjan Shukla (1 career six)
- Top Wicket-Taker: Gunjan Shukla (3 wickets in a match, highest among peers)
Djurgardens IF-W have been the team to beat, with a formidable win percentage and a squad brimming with all-rounders who contribute across departments.
Stockholm CC-W (STO-W)
- Matches Played: Data not available
- Matches Won: Data not available
- Win Percentage: Data not available
- Strongest Player (Career Avg. Fantasy Points): Karuna Bhardwaj (32 per match)
- Strongest Player (Current Event Avg. Fantasy Points): Karuna Bhardwaj (32 per match)
- Top Six-Hitter: No player has hit a six
- Top Wicket-Taker: Neha Porob (1 wicket in a match, highest among STO-W bowlers)
Stockholm CC-W, while lacking in six-hitting prowess, have a balanced side with several all-rounders and a few standout performers in both batting and bowling.
Player Highlights
Djurgardens IF-W
Gunjan Shukla – All Rounder, DIF-W (Captain)
With 381 career fantasy points and an average of 29 per match (64 in the current event), Shukla is the heartbeat of DIF-W. Their all-round skills are evident: 111 batting fantasy points, 236 bowling points, and 14 in fielding. Shukla is the only player in this match with a career six and a three-wicket haul, making them a genuine match-winner. Notably, Shukla has 4 Player of the Match awards, with a stellar 30.7% award ratio.
Anoushka Vaidya – All Rounder, DIF-W
Vaidya’s numbers are eye-popping: 263 career fantasy points, averaging 44 per match, and a current event average matching that. Their bowling is the main weapon (224 points, 37 per match), and they have a Player of the Match award (16.7% ratio). Vaidya’s ability to dominate with the ball and contribute in the field (12 points) makes them a top fantasy and real-world pick.
Anya Vaidya – All Rounder, DIF-W (Wicket Keeper)
Anya brings balance with 219 career fantasy points (17 per match, 37 in the event). Their batting is a key asset (177 points, 14 per match), and they have contributed in the field with 2 catches. Anya has a Player of the Match award (7.7% ratio), underlining their impact.
Dia Gangwani – All Rounder, DIF-W
Gangwani is a consistent performer with 147 career fantasy points (25 per match), and a top score of 19. Their all-round skills are reflected in 78 batting and 43 bowling points, with a maiden to their name. Gangwani’s steady contributions make them a reliable pick.
Stockholm CC-W
Karuna Bhardwaj – All Rounder, STO-W
Bhardwaj is the standout for STO-W, with 194 career fantasy points (32 per match) and a balanced contribution in both batting (82 points, 8 fours) and bowling (76 points, 13 per match). Their fielding (16 points, 2 catches) adds further value.
Neha Porob – Bowler, STO-W
Porob leads the bowling attack with 55 career fantasy points (9 per match), and a best of 39 in a single match. Their bowling (35 points, 6 per match) is the mainstay for STO-W, and they are the only bowler in the team with a wicket in a match.
Sana Firdaus – All Rounder, STO-W (Captain)
Firdaus, the captain, has 52 career fantasy points (9 per match), with contributions in both batting and bowling. Their best performance is 37 points in a match, and they bring leadership and all-round skills to the side.
Deepa Joshi – All Rounder, STO-W
Joshi has 30 career fantasy points (10 per match), with a top score of 22 and 3 fours. Their batting is the main asset, and they have the potential to provide quick runs in the T10 format.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- DIF-W’s Dia Gangwani (9 runs/match, 13 batting fantasy points/match) vs STO-W’s Neha Porob (6 bowling fantasy points/match, 1 wicket in a match)
- DIF-W’s Gunjan Shukla (only player with a six) vs STO-W’s Karuna Bhardwaj (13 bowling fantasy points/match)
All-Rounder Showdown:
- Anoushka Vaidya (44 fantasy points/match) vs Karuna Bhardwaj (32 fantasy points/match)
Fantasy Points Battle:
- DIF-W’s Gunjan Shukla (381 total, 64 per match in event) vs STO-W’s Karuna Bhardwaj (194 total, 32 per match in event)
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Gunjan Shukla (DIF-W): Consistent all-rounder, high fantasy ceiling, and proven match-winner.
- Anoushka Vaidya (DIF-W): Top fantasy performer, especially with the ball.
Bold Picks
- Karuna Bhardwaj (STO-W): If Stockholm CC-W bat first, Bhardwaj’s all-round skills could yield a big haul.
- Dia Gangwani (DIF-W): Reliable with both bat and ball, and capable of a breakout performance.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Djurgardens IF-W’s all-round depth is unmatched, with multiple players averaging over 25 fantasy points per match and a strong history of Player of the Match awards.
- Stockholm CC-W’s hopes rest on Karuna Bhardwaj and Neha Porob to deliver with both bat and ball, but the lack of six-hitting power could be a concern in the T10 format.
- Fielding could be decisive: While most players have limited catches or stumpings, a sharp piece of fielding could swing the momentum in this short format.
Potential Game-Changers
- Gunjan Shukla: The only player with a six and a three-wicket haul, Shukla’s all-round ability is unmatched.
- Anoushka Vaidya: With a 44-point fantasy average, Vaidya’s bowling could be the difference.
- Karuna Bhardwaj: The best hope for STO-W to match DIF-W’s firepower.
Conclusion
With Djurgardens IF-W’s dominant form and a roster full of all-rounders, they enter Match 9 as favorites. However, Stockholm CC-W, having won the toss and chosen to bat, have the opportunity to set a challenging total and test DIF-W’s depth. Expect a contest where all-rounders and fantasy heavyweights take center stage, and where every run, wicket, and catch could prove decisive in the race for group supremacy.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling T10 encounter at Botkyrka Cricket Center!
- Anoushka Vaidya – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 44.0 – DIF
- Karuna Bhardwaj – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 32.0 – SCC
- Gunjan Shukla – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 29.0 – DIF
- Gaya Jayaweera – Bowler – Avg. Points: 28.0 – DIF
- Dia Gangwani – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 25.0 – DIF
- Anya Vaidya – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 17.0 – DIF
- Neeha Kayani – Bowler – Avg. Points: 14.0 – DIF
- Abhilasha Singh – Batter – Avg. Points: 12.0 – DIF
- Deepa Joshi – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 10.0 – SCC
- Sana Firdaus – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 9.0 – SCC
- Neha Porob – Bowler – Avg. Points: 9.0 – SCC
Number of players from each team:
- Djurgardens IF-W (DIF): 7
- Stockholm CC-W (SCC): 4
Number of players from each skill type:
- All Rounder: 6
- Bowler: 3
- Batter: 1
- Wicket Keeper: 0
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