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EST vs SUI Match Analysis

The second T20 International between Estonia and Switzerland is set to take place in Tallinn on August 3, 2025. The match is scheduled for a late afternoon start, giving both teams ample daylight to showcase their skills.

Estonia boasts a mix of experienced players and young talent, blending skill and enthusiasm. Their performances have shown resilience, though they are still seeking a consistent winning formula at the international level.

Switzerland’s cricket team is known for its competitive spirit and tactical discipline on the field. Led by a confident leadership group, the team has been improving steadily over recent years. Their balanced squad features players capable of turning the match with both bat and ball, making them a tough opponent.

Estonia vs Switzerland Team Preview & Squads

Estonia

Arslan Amjad leads EST with a calm yet aggressive approach to captaincy. His experience in European cricket has been instrumental in guiding the team through challenging encounters. Known for leading from the front, Arslan’s strategic acumen will be key in this match.

Steffan Gooch and Habib Khan are the dependable pillars of EST batting lineup. The middle order has versatile players such as Bilal Masud and Sahil Chauhan, capable of accelerating the scoring rate when needed.

The bowling unit is anchored by Muhammad Usman and Stuart Hook, both adept at taking advantage of early movement and building pressure. Estonia also has useful spin options in Zeeshan Ali and Rupam Baruah, who provide control in the middle overs.

In their last outing against Finland on July 27, 2025, Estonia posted 141 runs batting first at Tallinn. Finland completed the run chase comfortably, reaching 142 for 5 with 11 deliveries to spare. The match highlighted Estonia’s fighting spirit but also exposed some weaknesses in their bowling defense during the death overs.

Estonia Squad

Estonia Squad

Steffan Gooch, Habib Khan, Arslan Amjad (c), Bilal Masud, Sahil Chauhan, Stuart Hook, Muhammad Usman, Rupam Baruah, Zeeshan Ali, Pranay Gheewala, Rudesh Sekaran (wk)

Switzerland

Harsha Deshan captains Switzerland with tactical intelligence and a proactive mindset. His leadership has helped foster team cohesion and encouraged players to express themselves freely on the field. Harsha’s calm demeanor under pressure makes him a dependable figure for his side.

SUI batting order is flexible, featuring reliable run scorers like Grant Cupido and Idrees Ul Haque. The middle order includes aggressive batsmen such as Diyon Johnson and Ali Nayyer, who can accelerate scoring during crucial moments.

SUI fields a diverse bowling attack with pace options like Aneesh Kumar and Sheraz Sarwari, who bring variety through speed and swing. Their spin contingent, including Malyar Stanikzai and Khalid Niazi, has proven economical in past matches.

Switzerland faced Luxembourg on June 22, 2025, where they scored 139 runs but narrowly lost as Luxembourg chased the target with 7 wickets in hand and 15 balls remaining. Despite the defeat, Switzerland’s bowlers maintained tight spells early on, but the team’s batting fell short of posting a match-winning total.

Switzerland Squad

Switzerland Squad

Harsha Deshan (c), Grant Cupido, Ahmed Hassan (wk), Idrees Ul Haque, Malyar Stanikzai, Diyon Johnson, Ali Nayyer, Aneesh Kumar, Khalid Niazi, Sheraz Sarwari, Hugo Elder

EST vs SUI Outfield Report

Estonian National Cricket and Rugby Field

The pitch at Tallinn is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early overs may favor the bowlers with some assistance for seamers due to moisture, but as the game progresses, the surface tends to settle, allowing batsmen to build their innings comfortably. The outfield is generally quick, rewarding well-timed strokes.

The weather forecast for match day predicts clear skies with a temperature around 22°C, ideal for cricket. There will be occasional mild winds, but they should not disrupt the game. Humidity will remain moderate, creating pleasant conditions for both teams.

Historically, the Tallinn pitch has seen the highest team totals around the 160-170 run mark, with the lowest competitive scores hovering near 110-120. Teams batting first have generally managed to set defendable targets, while chasing sides have found it slightly tricky under pressure, especially in the death overs.

Estonia vs Switzerland Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters between Estonia and Switzerland, the teams have been fairly evenly matched, with each side claiming two wins and one match ending in a no result.

EST vs SUI Prediction

According to cricket analysts Estonia have a 52% chance of Winning.