Beveren CC

Beveren Cricket Club, fondly known as Beveren CC, is a rather interesting entity within the patchwork quilt of Belgium's cricket scene. Established in the late 20th century—1989, to be exact—Beveren CC is a testament to cricket’s reach and charm across the European continent. Nestled in the town of Beveren, the club has grown from a small group of cricket enthusiasts into a respected competitor on the Belgian cricket circuit.

Now, calling Belgium a cricketing powerhouse might be stretching it a bit, but Beveren CC has carved out its niche, accumulating achievements that resonate well within the local cricketing community. Among their crowning moments is triumphing in the Belgian T20 League, where they demonstrated not just skill but a commendable team spirit. The club has also been a nursery for talent, regularly punching above its weight in the domestic championships.

It's hard to talk about Beveren CC without mentioning some of the players who have contributed to its legacy. Saad Ashraf, for example, has been a prolific batsman whose contributions with the bat have often been match-winning. Then there’s Tariq Mahmood, whose pin-point bowling has flummoxed many an opponent. These players, among others, have been instrumental in driving the club’s successes over the years.

The games between Beveren CC and Mechelen Eagles have particularly been cricketing spectacles. They’ve developed a healthy rivalry, fuelled by close matches and the urge to outdo each other, adding a dash of excitement to the league.

Beveren CC plays a style of cricket that's a bit gritty. It's a no-nonsense, pragmatic approach—anchored by sound techniques and tactical acumen. They have a knack for reversing difficult situations, often surprising teams who might underestimate the less flamboyant aspects of their game.

If you ever find yourself at Beveren's home ground on a match day, you'll witness not just cricket but a community affair. The club's ground, known simply as the Beveren Cricket Ground, doesn’t have sprawling stands, but it cultivates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The fans, a motley crew of locals and expat communities, lend their voices in support—contributing to a culture that’s as much about camaraderie as it is about competition.

What sets Beveren CC apart, beyond the cricket, is its role in bridging cultures—a microcosm of Belgium's broader multicultural tapestry. Traditions at the club mirror the diversity of its members, making it a truly unique participant in Belgium’s sports narrative.

Play Offs, Group G - Final, European Cricket League - March 16, 2025

Roma Cricket Club

144/5 (8.4)

Beveren CC

139/5 (10)

Roma Cricket Club won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Zain Ali

Play Offs, Group G - Qualifier 2, European Cricket League - March 16, 2025

Beveren CC

108/4 (7.5)

Malo CC

107/5 (10)

Beveren CC won by 6 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Hadisullah Tarakhel

Play Offs, Group G - Eliminator, European Cricket League - March 16, 2025

Beveren CC

195/7 (10)

Independents CC

137/4 (10)

Beveren CC won by 58 runs

Player of the Match

Mansoor Malangzai

Group G, 9th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025

Malo CC

113/1 (5)

Beveren CC

89/4 (5)

Malo CC won by 24 runs

Player of the Match

Amandeep Singh

Group G, 6th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025

Independents CC

57/3 (5)

Beveren CC

58/0 (2.5)

Beveren CC won by 10 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Hadisullah Tarakhel

Group G, 4th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025

Mediterranean Vikings

64/4 (5)

Beveren CC

65/1 (3.4)

Beveren CC won by 9 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Ahmad Ahmadzai

Group G, 1st Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025

Roma Cricket Club

58/0 (2.4)

Beveren CC

52/6 (5)

Roma Cricket Club won by 10 wickets (with 14 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Zain Ali

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Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 31

Khalid Ahmadzai
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Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 31

Khalid Ahmadi
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Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
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Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
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Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Shahidullah Otmanzai
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Age: 24

Mohammad Noman Kamawi
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Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

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Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Abbas Saadat
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Age: 24

Noor Momand
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Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 24

Hikmat Jabarkhail
Position: Bowler
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Age: 20

Shokrullah Shirzad
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Mohammad Walid
Position: Wicketkeeper
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Age: 27

Abdul Basir Hamidi
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 24

Jabar Jabarkhel
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24

Qaderi Haroon
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 25

Salarzai Israel
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 27

Stanikzai Aurangzeb
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 25

Salarzei Wahedzaman
Position: Bowler
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Age: 25

Murid Ekrami
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 24

Jamshed Khan
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Ahmad Ahmadzai
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Mansoor Malangzai
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 26

Iftikhar Kankhel
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 20

Walid Sahibzada
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 27

The Belgian Oval
City: Gent
Country: Belgium

Vrijbroek Cricket Ground
City: Mechelen
Country: Belgium
Capacity: 120000