By Victoria Hamilton 
Day 4 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Division 1 Qualifier 2025 in Rotterdam showcased two dominant performances. Amy Hunter’s unbeaten century powered Ireland Women to a record-breaking 179-run victory over Germany, while Iris Zwilling’s all-round brilliance helped the Netherlands Women ease to a seven-wicket win over Italy.
Ireland Women vs Germany Women – Amy Hunter’s 114* leads crushing win
Result: Ireland Women won by 179 runs | IRE-W 223/1 (20 ov) vs GER-W 44/8 (20 ov)
Ireland Women batted first and posted a mammoth 223/1, their highest score of the tournament. Amy Hunter stole the show with 114 off 67 balls*, hitting 17 fours at a strike rate of 170. Leah Paul (62 off 33)* provided superb support, while Christina Coulter Reilly chipped in with 21.
Germany never looked in the chase, folding to 44/8 in 20 overs. Ireland’s bowlers, led by Laura Delany (2/15) and Leah Paul (2/4), ensured complete dominance.
Hunter’s record-breaking innings rightfully earned her the Player of the Match award.
Italy Women vs Netherlands Women – Zwilling shines as Dutch seal comfortable win
Result: Netherlands Women won by 7 wickets | ITA-W 86/9 (20 ov) vs NED-W 90/3 (15.1 ov)
Italy struggled against a disciplined Dutch attack, managing just 86/9 in their 20 overs. Emilia Bartram (29)* was the lone fighter, but wickets tumbled regularly as Iris Zwilling (3/14), Caroline de Lange (2/11), and Silver Siegers (2/8) ran through the batting order.
In reply, the Netherlands chased the target in 15.1 overs, reaching 90/3. Robine Rijke (35 off 31)* and skipper Babette de Leede (24 off 36) ensured a smooth finish despite a few early wickets.
Iris Zwilling’s three-wicket haul saw her claim the Player of the Match title.
Day 4 Summary
Ireland Women continue their flawless run, driven by Hunter’s record-breaking century, while the Netherlands strengthened their qualification hopes with another clinical win. Italy and Germany, meanwhile, remain winless and will be desperate to bounce back.