Finland Women take on Sweden Women in Match 9 of the Nordic Women’s T20 Cup, scheduled for 6:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST), on the 31st of August 2025, at Albertslund Cricket Club.
Finland will be eager to bounce back after going down to Germany in their opening fixture, while Sweden will look to carry forward the momentum from their emphatic 94-run victory over Norway. With Finland eyeing redemption and Sweden aiming to stay unbeaten, this clash promises to be a crucial test in the group stage.
Squads:
Finland Women’s Cricket Team
Divija Unhale, Leah Martin, Minna Stolt, Abinaya Shanmuganathan, Malyun Hassan, Rhea Khullar, Tiina Leskinen, Traijila Mulepati, Haiyen Nguyen, Stella Sheridan, Aanchal Khullar, Chi-Han Lay, Hansika Dassanayake, Mira Saastamoinen, Praghati Bhandari
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:
Divija Unhale
At the top of the order, Divija Unhale has already shown glimpses of her potential. Her gritty 39 off 70 balls against Germany was a vital knock in difficult conditions, proving she can anchor an innings. With 130 runs from just 6 WT20Is, including the best of 41, she’s quickly becoming a reliable run-getter. Add in her ability to chip in with the ball, and she’s shaping into an emerging all-round option.
Traijila Mulepati
Calm, composed, and quietly effective, captain Traijila Mulepati brings both leadership and balance to her side. She announced her promise in a recent series, returning figures of 2/11 against Estonia Women, showing her knack for crucial breakthroughs. In just 5 WT20Is, she has already taken 4 wickets while offering valuable runs down the order. Mulepati’s ability to stay composed in high-pressure situations makes her a pivotal figure.
Kanchan Rana
Kanchan Rana has been the standout performer in the Nordic Cup so far, scoring a solid 78 against Sweden, her highest score in WT20Is. She backed it up with a disciplined spell of 2/12, underlining her all-round value. With 428 runs across 26 WT20I innings, Rana’s consistency and leadership make her the heartbeat of the side. If she continues in this form, she could very well dictate the tournament’s narrative.
Jayasooriya
Known for her steady contributions, Jayasooriya thrives under pressure. Against Sweden, she delivered an economical 2/10 in her full quota, stifling the run flow and striking at the right time. With 80 runs and 12 wickets in 13 WT20Is, her impact goes beyond statistics as she adds control with the ball and depth with the bat, making her a dependable presence in crunch phases of play.
Pitch:
The wicket favours batters, with true bounce and good carry making stroke play easier. Pacers, however, may enjoy some movement off the deck in the opening overs if they hit the right areas. As the game progresses, spinners could find some grip to trouble set batters.
Weather:
Play is set to take place in cool conditions of around 20°C, though the 50% chance of rain could bring interruptions and make conditions tricky. With humidity at 76%, swing bowlers may get extra assistance, particularly under overcast skies.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kanchan Rana, Imali Jayasooriya, Afia Ahmed, Dewa Chamto, Elsa Thelander, Divija Unhale, Traijila Mulepati, Leah Martin, Hansika Dassanayake, Praghati Bhandari, Abinaya Shanmuganathan
Match Details:
Date – August 31, 2025
Time – 6:00 PM IST
Venue – Albertslund Cricket Club
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
