Koge, September 15, 2024 – Austria Women secured a comprehensive 78-run victory over Norway Women in the Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series in Denmark. Powered by Andrea-Mae Zepeda’s strong batting performance and a disciplined bowling display, Austria Women were too strong for Norway Women.
Austria’s Solid Batting Performance:
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Austria Women posted an imposing total of 160/7 in their 20 overs. Opener Priya Sabu provided a steady start with 26 off 40 balls, while captain Jo-Antoinette Stiglitz chipped in with 14 off 15. However, it was Andrea-Mae Zepeda who stole the show with a quickfire 45 off 28 balls, including 5 boundaries. Austria’s score was bolstered by a massive 40 extras, largely due to Norway’s erratic bowling, which included 33 wides.
Norway’s bowlers found some success, with Mirab Razwan taking 2/19, and Alina Aslam and Lopamudra picking up a wicket each. However, they couldn’t contain Austria’s aggressive batting approach.
Norway’s Struggles with the Bat:
Chasing 161, Norway Women never got going, losing wickets at regular intervals. Alina Aslam top-scored with a sluggish 14 off 35 balls, and no other batter managed to reach double figures apart from Mirab Razwan, who remained unbeaten on 6 off 15 balls.
Austria’s bowling was disciplined throughout, with Komati Reddy (2/11) and Priya Sabu (2/15) leading the charge. Jo-Antoinette Stiglitz (2/13) and Sheetal Bhardwaj (1/22) also contributed, as Norway limped to 82/9 in their 20 overs.
Key Performances:
- Austria Women’s Batting:
- Andrea-Mae Zepeda: 45 off 28 balls
- Priya Sabu: 26 off 40 balls
- Austria Women’s Bowling:
- Komati Reddy: 4 overs, 11 runs, 2 wickets
- Priya Sabu: 4 overs, 15 runs, 2 wickets
- Norway Women’s Batting:
- Alina Aslam: 14 off 35 balls
- Mirab Razwan: 6* off 15 balls
- Norway Women’s Bowling:
- Mirab Razwan: 2/19 (2 overs)
Records and Notable Moments:
- Austria’s Extras Advantage: Norway’s bowlers conceded 40 extras, which contributed significantly to Austria’s imposing total.
- Norway’s Struggles: Norway’s highest partnership came from extras, as the top-order batters failed to settle.
Brief Scores:
Austria Women: 160/7 in 20 overs (Andrea-Mae Zepeda 45, Mirab Razwan 2/19)
Norway Women: 82/9 in 20 overs (Alina Aslam 14, Komati Reddy 2/11)
Result: Austria Women won by 78 runs
Player of the Match: Andrea-Mae Zepeda (45 off 28 & 2 catches)
Austria Women showcased an all-round performance to clinch a comfortable victory over Norway Women, winning by 78 runs in this Quadrangular Series match.
