Koge, September 15, 2024 – Denmark Women secured a comfortable 43-run victory over Luxembourg Women in the Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series held in Denmark. After setting a modest target of 94, Denmark’s disciplined bowling attack stifled Luxembourg’s batters, restricting them to just 50/8 in 20 overs.
Denmark’s Struggle with the Bat:
Denmark Women had a tough time with the bat as they struggled to get past 100 runs on a tricky Koge pitch. Opener Line Ostergaard anchored the innings with a gritty 25 off 51 balls, but her efforts were slow due to tight bowling from Luxembourg’s bowlers, particularly Khusboo Kandpal (2/20) and Aarti Priya (2/19). The Danish middle order crumbled as wickets fell regularly, with only Tine Erichsen (13 off 17) and Maria Karlsen (10 off 14) providing some resistance.
Despite losing eight wickets, Denmark posted a total of 93/8 in their 20 overs, aided by 29 extras, primarily due to Luxembourg’s errant bowling.
Luxembourg’s Batting Collapse:
Chasing 94 for victory, Luxembourg Women never found momentum. Opener Siofra Lawlor tried to anchor the innings but her knock of 9 from 32 balls was far too slow to keep up with the required rate. The Danish bowlers, led by Luise Holmgaard (2/7) and Line Ostergaard (2/6), ensured the pressure was always on, causing Luxembourg to lose wickets at regular intervals. With only Pooja Agarwal (2 off 12) and Jagrat Dubey (5 off 15) providing some resistance, Luxembourg limped to 50/8 after 20 overs, well short of the target.
Key Performances:
- Denmark Women’s Bowling:
- Luise Holmgaard: 4 overs, 1 maiden, 7 runs, 2 wickets
- Line Ostergaard: 2 overs, 6 runs, 2 wickets
- Luxembourg Women’s Bowling:
- Khusboo Kandpal: 4 overs, 20 runs, 2 wickets
- Aarti Priya: 4 overs, 19 runs, 2 wickets
Records and Notable Moments:
- Denmark’s Extras: Denmark benefitted from 29 extras, a significant factor in their total.
- Luxembourg’s Woes: Luxembourg failed to reach double figures in their top order, with no batter able to stand up against Denmark’s disciplined bowling attack.
Brief Scores:
Denmark Women: 93/8 in 20 overs (Line Ostergaard 25, Khusboo Kandpal 2/20, Aarti Priya 2/19)
Luxembourg Women: 50/8 in 20 overs (Siofra Lawlor 9, Luise Holmgaard 2/7, Line Ostergaard 2/6)
Result: Denmark Women won by 43 runs
Player of the Match: Luise Holmgaard (2/7 in 4 overs)
Denmark’s disciplined performance with the ball ensured they kept their composure to secure a vital win in the Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series, outclassing Luxembourg by 43 runs.
