The Nordic Women’s T20 Cup 2025 continues to unfold with another captivating encounter as Denmark Women lock horns with Sweden Women in Match 4 of the tournament. The clash will be staged at the picturesque Albertslund Cricket Club on August 30, with the first ball scheduled to be bowled at 2:00 PM IST.
Denmark approaches this fixture with the confidence of having recently competed in the Quadrangular Series (April 2025), where they registered three wins in six outings. That campaign gave them the opportunity to test combinations and provided vital exposure to emerging talents in their ranks.
Sweden, on the other hand, bring with them the valuable experience of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier Division 2, where they held their ground against quality opposition and secured two wins out of five matches. Both teams will be eager to assert themselves in this Nordic rivalry, making this fixture a must-watch.
Squads:
Denmark Women’s Cricket Team
Anne Ostergaard, Kathrine Brock-Nielsen, Kiaya Pandya, Line Ostergaard, Nita Dalgaard, Tine Erichsen, Line Leisner, Maria Karlsen, Anne Sofie Slebsager, Camilla Madsen, Camilla Ostergaard, Divya Golechha, Luise Holmgaard, Sofie Ostergaard
Sweden Women’s Cricket Team
Afia Ahmed, Ekaterina Bogdanova, Kashvi Kanwar, Sanvi Mirani, Anya Vaidya, Dewa Chamto, Fatima Zahra, Kanchan Rana, Malyun Yusuf, Elsa Thelander, Meghana Alugunoolla, Gaya Jayaweera, Hareer Chamto, Imali Jayasooriya, Matilda Heircock, Zara Mohammad
Players to watch out:
Line Ostergaard
A seasoned all-rounder, she remains central to Denmark’s fortunes. Having represented her country in 16 T20Is, Line has accumulated 238 runs (best 49*) and claimed 17 wickets (best 4/10). Her recent form has been mixed with the bat (scores of 0, 0, 21*, 0, 2) but she continues to provide breakthroughs with the ball, including a notable 2/11 in her last five outings.
Tine Erichsen
At 49 years of age, Tine is one of the most experienced players on show and a vital contributor with the bat. With 227 runs from 17 T20Is and the highest score of 40, she offers stability in Denmark’s middle order. Her recent returns (2, 40, 10, 6, 5) underline her ability to chip in with crucial innings under pressure.
Elsa Thelander
Just 17 years old, Elsa represents the youthful exuberance in Sweden’s setup. Having already featured in 21 T20Is, she has registered 204 runs (best 54*), displaying her potential as a game-changer. Her recent performances (0, 25, 6, 7, 21) show consistency and a growing maturity with the bat.
Kanchan Rana
A genuine all-rounder, Kanchan has been a mainstay for Sweden in her 27 T20Is, amassing 350 runs (best 40) and also contributing with the ball with 6 wickets (best 2/12). Her recent batting form (14, 3, 23*, 26, 1) suggests she can play crucial cameos, though her bowling numbers in the last five matches show she is yet to find her rhythm.
Pitch:
The Albertslund Cricket Club promises a surface that favors stroke-play, with the average first-innings score hovering in the 110s. Batters who spend time in the middle can expect true bounce and pace off the wicket, making boundaries more accessible. Pacers may extract some movement early on, especially with bounce and swing on offer, but it will be variations and disciplined lengths that will hold the key for bowlers.
Weather:
The conditions in Albertslund are expected to be pleasant yet slightly unpredictable. With temperatures around 20°C and a 50% chance of precipitation, there may be passing showers. High humidity (83%) could provide assistance to swing bowlers with the new ball. However, once set, batters are likely to find the conditions favorable for scoring freely.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Anya Vaidya, Zara Mohammad, Afia Ahmed, Elsa Thelander, Meghana Alugunoolla, Kanchan Rana, Nita Dalgaard, Maria Karlsen, Line Leisner, Kathrine Brock-Nielsen, Sofie Ostergaard
Match Details:
Date – August 30, 2025
Time – 02:00 PM IST
Venue – Albertslund Cricket Club
Broadcast – Live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
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