Introduction
The upcoming cricket showdown between Hungary and Slovenia marks a significant milestone in European associate cricket. These teams have never faced each other before in official T20 Internationals. Their first-ever series starts on June 21, 2025, in Sződliget, Hungary.
Hungary National Cricket Team vs Slovenia National Cricket Team Timeline
Timeline of Hungary vs Slovenia Matches
| Date | Format | Venue | Result/Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 21, 2025 | T20I 1 | Sződliget, Hungary | Scheduled – first-ever meeting |
| June 21, 2025 | T20I 2 | Sződliget, Hungary | Scheduled – same day double-header |
| June 22, 2025 | T20I 3 | Sződliget, Hungary | Scheduled – series decider |
Hungary Cricket Team Squad (June 2025)
| Player | Role | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Vinoth Ravindran (c) | Captain/Batsman | Steady innings, anchor batter |
| Muhammad Saqlain | Fast Bowler | Death-overs specialist |
| Abbas Ghani | Medium-fast | Swing bowler, early breakthroughs |
Slovenia Cricket Team Squad (June 2025)
| Player | Role | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Izaz Ali (c & wk) | Captain/Wicket-keeper | Contains buildup, good glovework |
| Dileep Pallekonda | Batsman | Middle-order stability |
| Shoaib Siddiqui | All-rounder | Off-spin variety, handy bat |
Players Comparison
| Aspect | Hungary Player | Slovenia Player | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Vinoth Ravindran | Izaz Ali | Hungary for batting calm |
| Leading Bowler | Muhammad Saqlain | Jaka Mikulic | Hungary for pace |
Head-to-Head Stats
| Format | Matches Played | Hungary Wins | Slovenia Wins | Draw/Tie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 0 (scheduled) | – | – | – |
Records & Stats
| Milestone | Hungary | Slovenia |
|---|---|---|
| ICC T20I Ranking | 70th | 90th |
| Recent T20I Matches | 4 (3W,1L) | 7 (0W,7L) |
Final Thoughts
This Hungary vs Slovenia series is not just another match-up. It’s a symbol of growing associate cricket in Europe. Both sides aim to create history. Hungary enters as favorites, while Slovenia eyes a surprise. Stay tuned for updates and match results as the series unfolds!
