Koge, Denmark – Austria Women produced a stellar performance to defeat Luxembourg Women by 115 runs in the second match of the Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series at Koge Cricket Club on September 14, 2024. Priya Sabu was the standout player, contributing with both bat and ball, scoring 63 runs off 53 balls and taking 3 wickets for 9 runs, earning her the Player of the Match award.
Match Summary:
- Austria Women: 179/4 in 20 overs (Priya Sabu 63, Andrea-Mae Zepeda 35, Kerry Fraser 1/18)
- Luxembourg Women: 64 all out in 18.2 overs (Siofra Lawlor 15, Priya Sabu 3/9, Andrea-Mae Zepeda 2/21)
- Austria Women won by 115 runs
Key Highlights:
Austria’s Strong Batting Display
After electing to bat first, Austria Women set a daunting total of 179/4 in their 20 overs, powered by a brilliant innings from Priya Sabu, who top-scored with 63 runs off 53 balls, including 7 boundaries. She was well supported by Andrea-Mae Zepeda, who played an aggressive knock of 35 off 24 balls, while Hannah Simpson-Parker chipped in with 28 off 24.
Despite a few early wickets, Austria maintained a healthy run rate throughout their innings. Kerry Fraser (1/18) and Siofra Lawlor (1/33) were the pick of the bowlers for Luxembourg, but the team struggled to contain the Austrian batters as 28 extras, including 19 wides, further added to Austria’s imposing total.
Luxembourg’s Struggles in the Chase
In reply, Luxembourg Women were unable to build any momentum as they struggled against Austria’s disciplined bowling attack. Siofra Lawlor (15 off 39 balls) and Kerry Fraser (12 off 26) were the only batters to reach double figures, as the team was bowled out for just 64 in 18.2 overs.
Priya Sabu was again the star with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 9 runs in her 3.2-over spell, while Andrea-Mae Zepeda (2/21) and Mallika Pathirannehelage (1/6) kept things tight, preventing Luxembourg from mounting any significant challenge.
Key Performers:
- Austria Women:
- Priya Sabu: 63 (53) & 3/9 (3.2 overs)
- Andrea-Mae Zepeda: 35 (24) & 2/21 (4 overs)
- Mallika Pathirannehelage: 12* (7) & 1/6 (3 overs)
- Luxembourg Women:
- Siofra Lawlor: 15 (39)
- Kerry Fraser: 12 (26)
- Aarti Priya: 1/40 (4 overs), 5 catches
Records and Notable Moments:
- Aarti Priya set a new record for the most runs conceded in a WT20I for Luxembourg Women, giving away 40 runs in her 4-over spell.
- Divya Kandpal broke the record for most ducks in WT20Is for Luxembourg Women, registering her second duck.
- Aarti Priya also set a new record for most catches by a fielder in WT20Is for Luxembourg Women, with 5 catches, surpassing the previous record of 3 held by Siofra Lawlor.
Brief Scores:
- Austria Women: 179/4 in 20 overs (Priya Sabu 63, Andrea-Mae Zepeda 35, Kerry Fraser 1/18)
- Luxembourg Women: 64 all out in 18.2 overs (Siofra Lawlor 15, Priya Sabu 3/9)
Austria’s all-round performance highlighted their dominance in the match, leaving Luxembourg with plenty to reflect on as they aim to bounce back in the series.
