The 4th edition of the Nordic Women’s T20 Cup 2025, held from 29th to 31st August, brought together five emerging European sides in a spirited display of women’s cricket. Over the course of three action-packed days, the tournament highlighted the growing competitiveness of associate nations while showcasing a blend of talent, determination, and the hunger to excel on the international stage.
At the heart of it all stood Germany, led by the dynamic Asmita Kohli, who scripted a flawless campaign to be crowned champions. The German women remained unbeaten across all four games, their dominance capped off with a commanding 64-run victory over Denmark in the final match, underlining their consistency and strength in crunch situations. Sweden finished as valiant runners-up, while Denmark, Norway, and Finland fought hard to leave their mark in a tournament that continues to play a pivotal role in building the European women’s cricketing landscape.
Germany: Dominance Personified
Germany entered the tournament with quiet confidence but left with an emphatic statement. Under Asmita Kohli’s inspired leadership, the side showcased not just skill but also remarkable cohesion, finishing undefeated with 8 points from 4 matches. Their batting depth, disciplined bowling, and sharp fielding made them the standout team of the competition. The clinical win over Denmark by 64 runs in their final game sealed what was already a flawless campaign, reinforcing Germany’s growing stature in women’s associate cricket.
The opening batter, Wilhelmina Hornero-Garcia, was the leading run-scorer for her side and the 2nd highest run-scorer of the tournament with 126 runs at a strike rate of 121.15 and an average of 63, including a couple of half-centuries in four innings with the bat in the tournament. As far as the bowling department is concerned, skipper Asmita Kohli led from the front as she ended as the leading wicket-taker for her side and the 2nd highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 8 wickets at an average of 8.50 and an economy of 4.48 in four innings with the ball in the tournament.
Sweden: The Worthy Challengers
For Sweden, the tournament was a story of promise and power, only undone by one hurdle, the table-toppers, Germany. Kanchan Rana’s spirited side secured 6 points from 4 matches, winning three games decisively while falling short against the champions. Sweden’s campaign revealed a side that is edging ever closer to the top, exhibiting a brand of fearless cricket that gave them an edge over their Nordic rivals. Their runner-up finish underlined both their progress and their potential to challenge for the title in future editions.
Malyun Yusuf was the leading wicket-taker for her side with 5 wickets at an average of 11.40 and an economy of 5.18 in four innings with the ball for her side in the tournament. As far as the batting department is concerned, skipper Kanchan Rana led from the front, ending not just as the leading run-scorer for her side, but also topping the tournament’s run-scoring charts with 129 runs at a strike rate of 106.61 and an average of 32.25 in four innings, including a half-century with the bat in the tournament.
Denmark: Fighting Till the End
Denmark’s tournament trajectory was that of resilience and solid cricketing intent. Kathrine Brock-Nielson’s leadership steered the team to 4 points from 4 matches, courtesy of two strong wins. Though unable to topple Germany and Sweden, Denmark stood their ground and fought hard throughout, showing encouraging signs of development. Their campaign ended with a disappointing defeat to Germany, but Denmark’s ability to mix competitiveness with moments of brilliance makes them a team on the rise in the Nordic cricket sphere.
Maria Karlsen was the top run-scorer for her side with 49 runs at a strike rate of 59.75 and an average of 16.33 in four innings with the bat. As far as the bowling department is concerned, Nita Dalgaard was the leading wicket-taker for her side and the joint 5th highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 5 wickets at an average of 11.20 and an economy of 3.50 in four innings with the ball in the competition, alongside Malyun Yusuf and Sofie Ostergaard.
Norway: Flashing Sparks of Potential
Norway had a tournament filled with learning experiences but also inspiring flashes of capability. Mirab Razwan’s side secured 2 points from 4 matches, registering their sole victory against Finland while finding the going tough against the stronger outfits. Though their campaign had more downs than ups, the Norwegian team’s fighting spirit and perseverance won them many admirers. With further exposure and team growth, Norway will look to build on these foundational lessons in upcoming competitions.
Skipper Mirab Rawan led from the front in the bowling department, ending as the leading wicket-taker of the tournament with 9 wickets at an average of 10.44 and an economy of 6.33, including a five-wicket haul with the ball in four innings in the tournament. As far as the batting department is concerned, Ayesha Hasan was the leading run-scorer for her side with 36 runs at a strike rate of 55.38 in four innings with the bat for her side in the tournament.
Finland: A Campaign of Hard Lessons
For Traijila Mulepati and her Finnish unit, the 2025 edition proved to be a tough outing. With no wins to their name, Finland ended the tournament at the bottom of the table. Despite their struggles, the team did not lack effort or intent, and each defeat served as an opportunity to gain valuable experience at this level. While the results may not reflect their commitment, Finland’s participation underscores the importance of international exposure in shaping the future of the team.
Experienced veteran Divija Unhale emerged as one of the biggest positives in the batting department for Finland with 103 runs at a strike rate of 64.37 and an average of 25.75 in four innings with the bat for her side. She also ended as the 3rd highest run-scorer of the tournament. In the bowling department, skipper Traijila Mulepati led from the front with three wickets at an average of 9 and an economy of 3.85 in four innings with the ball in the tournament.
The 4th Nordic Women’s T20 Cup 2025 did more than crown a deserving champion; it reaffirmed the value of this annual showpiece as a platform for women cricketers from associate nations to flourish. With Germany standing tall, Sweden pushing hard as challengers, Denmark and Norway showing consistent growth, and Finland grappling with lessons for the future, the tournament was a celebration of progress in the region. As the Nordic cup continues to grow in stature, it promises to play a vital role in developing women’s cricket across Europe.
