As the Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Division 2 Qualifier progresses, Match 11 brings a compelling face-off between Germany and Sweden at the Roma Cricket Ground, Rome, on May 28, 2025. Germany, with a strong track record, aims to maintain its dominance, while Sweden seeks to make a significant impact in the tournament.
Germany kicked off their campaign on a high, registering back-to-back wins. Their first was a 28-run victory over Spain Women and then a hard-fought 7-run triumph against Jersey Women. Janet Ronalds was the star performer in the clash against Jersey, delivering a match-winning all-round performance with 35 runs and two key wickets. Their upcoming face-off is set to be a thrilling showdown as they look to extend their winning streak.
Sweden’s journey in the ongoing Qualifier has been a bittersweet one, starting with a win against Spain by 13 runs, but consecutively losing to Isle of Man by 7 wickets and to Italy by 10 wickets. Despite Eman Asim’s steady half century of 58 runs her side couldn’t capitalize for the win. Both teams are eager to vie for a victory to progress to the next, Division 1, Qualifier.
Squads:
Germany Women’s Cricket Team
Anne Bierwisch, Janet Ronalds, Nicole Kingsley, Shravya Kolcharam, Christina Tina Gough, Rameesha Shahidz Wilhelmina Garcia, Karthika Vijayaraghavan, Sharanya Sadarangani, Ameya Kanukuntla, Ashwini Balaji, Asmita Kohli, Iris Edwards, Milena Beresford
Sweden Women’s Cricket Team
Abhilasha Singh, Ekaterina Bogdanova, Eman Asim, Rashmi Somashekar, Anya Vaidya, Gunjan Shukla, Kanchan Rana, Malyun Yusuf, Elsa Thelander (WK), Meghana Alugunoolla (WK), Fatima Zahra, Gaya Jayaweera, Hareer Chamto, Hariharan Shreya, Imali Jayasooriya, Surya Ravuri, Zara Mohammad
Players to watch out:
Janet Ronalds
Ronalds, the seasoned all-rounder, has been instrumental in the team’s successes. She scored 35 runs and picked up 2 wickets in their last encounter against Jersey. With 761 runs in 44 WT20I matches and her off-break bowling yielding 20 wickets, with the best figures of 4/9, she has showcased her versatility on the field.
Asmita Kohli
Kohli adds depth to Germany’s bowling attack. She has claimed 30 wickets and posted 103 runs in 25 WT20Is. Her consistent performances have been crucial in restricting opposition scores and providing breakthroughs when needed. She has been impressive in the competition, with returns of 1/19 and 2/15.
Eman Asim
Asim is a promising talent in Sweden’s cricketing landscape. She contributed with a steady half-century, scoring 58 runs in Sweden’s recent outings against Italy. In 24 WT20Is, she has amassed a total of 307 runs, with the highest of 74*. Asim’s ability to anchor the innings from the front makes her a valuable asset to the Swedish side.
Zara Mohammed
Zara brings energy to Sweden’s bowling attack. She claimed 2 wickets in the first match against Spain and one in her subsequent game. In 9 WT20Is, she has picked up 6 wickets. Known for her bowling prowess and fielding reflexes, she has been instrumental in saving crucial runs and effecting key dismissals.
Pitch:
The venue offers a balanced pitch, conducive to both batters and bowlers. The average first innings indicates competitive contests. Pacers have found success here, accounting for quick wickets, suggesting assistance for seamers.
Weather:
The forecast predicts partly sunny conditions with temperatures reaching up to 27°C. Humidity may rise to 50 % with negligible chances of precipitation, and no potential disruption for play.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Janet Ronalds, Eman Asim, Gunjan Shukla, Zara Mohammad, Asmita Kohli, Christina Tina Gough, Karthika Vijayaraghavan, Rashmi Somashekar, Anya Vaidya, Anne Bierwisch, Iris Edwards
Match details:
Date – May 28, 2025
Time – 6:30 PM IST
Venue – Roma Cricket Ground, Rome
Broadcast – The game will be live streamed on the FanCode app and website.
