ECN Central Europe Cup T20IW, 2025: Austria Women vs Czechia Women – Match Preview
Event: ECN Central Europe Cup T20IW, 2025
Match: Austria Women (AUT-W) vs Czechia Women (CZE-W)
Match Name: Single Group Match Day 2, Match 4
Date: 12 June 2025
Start Time: 14:15 Local Time | 16:45 IST
Venue: Vinor Cricket Ground
Format: T20
Match Type: Group Match
Toss: Czechia Women won the toss and elected to bat
Spotlight: Predicted Standouts
- Most 6s: Priya Sabu (AUT-W) – 15 career sixes, the highest among all players.
- Most Runs: Andrea-Mae Zepeda (AUT-W) – Career average of 17 runs per match.
- Most Wickets: Mallika Mahadewa (AUT-W) – 547 career bowling fantasy points, 22 average per match.
- Match MVP: Priya Sabu (AUT-W) – 49 average fantasy points per match, the highest in the match.
Team Introductions
Austria Women (AUT-W)
Austria Women come into this contest with a solid record, having played 31 matches and secured 12 wins, giving them a win percentage of 38.7%. Their squad boasts some of the most impactful all-rounders in the tournament, with Priya Sabu leading the fantasy charts both over her career and in the current event. The team’s batting firepower is highlighted by Priya Sabu, who has hit the most career sixes (15), while Mallika Mahadewa stands out as the leading wicket-taker with 547 career bowling fantasy points.
Czechia Women (CZE-W)
Czechia Women have played 33 matches, winning 7, for a win percentage of 21.2%. Their side is built around a core of all-rounders and bowlers, with Mansi Parmar and Josephine Souckova sharing the highest average fantasy points per match (15). While Czechia’s batters are yet to make a mark in the six-hitting department, Josephine Souckova leads their bowling efforts with 109 career bowling fantasy points.
Player Highlights
Austria Women
Priya Sabu – All Rounder, AUT-W
Priya Sabu is the heartbeat of the Austrian side. With 32 matches under their belt, Sabu has amassed a staggering 1,576 career fantasy points, averaging 49 per match. Their all-round prowess is evident: 893 batting fantasy points (28 per match), 523 bowling fantasy points (16 per match), and 32 fielding points. Sabu has also claimed 5 Player of the Match awards, the highest in this fixture, and boasts a career ratio of 0.16. With 55 fours and 15 sixes, Sabu is the most prolific boundary-hitter in the match and a genuine match-winner with both bat and ball.
Andrea-Mae Zepeda – All Rounder, AUT-W
Zepeda is another all-rounder of repute, with 1,007 career fantasy points from 22 matches (46 per match). Their batting is a major asset, with 749 fantasy points and an average of 34 per match, supported by 54 fours and 9 sixes. Zepeda’s bowling adds further value, with 122 points and a top match haul of 70. With 3 Player of the Match awards (ratio 0.14), Zepeda is a proven performer in high-pressure situations.
Mallika Mahadewa – All Rounder, AUT-W
Mahadewa’s 25-match career has yielded 973 fantasy points (39 per match), with a strong bowling focus: 547 bowling points (22 per match). Their batting is also notable, with 304 points and a top score of 50. Mahadewa has 5 sixes and 19 fours, and has been recognized with 2 Player of the Match awards (ratio 0.08).
Sriya Reddy – Bowler, AUT-W
Reddy is a key bowler for Austria, with 549 career fantasy points from 25 matches (22 per match). Their bowling has produced 384 points (15 per match), and they have also contributed in the field with 3 catches. Reddy’s all-round contributions make them a valuable asset in the Austrian lineup.
Czechia Women
Mansi Parmar – Batsman, CZE-W
Parmar is one of Czechia’s most consistent performers, with 231 career fantasy points from 15 matches (15 per match). Their contributions are balanced between bat (39 points) and ball (132 points), and they have a top match fantasy score of 50. While yet to hit a six, Parmar’s all-round skills are vital for Czechia.
Josephine Souckova – Bowler, CZE-W
Souckova has played 15 matches, earning 224 fantasy points (15 per match). Their bowling is the main strength, with 109 points and a top match haul of 38. Souckova also adds value with the bat and in the field, making them a key player for Czechia.
Sarka Kolcunova – All Rounder, CZE-W
Kolcunova has 150 career fantasy points from 11 matches (14 per match), with a focus on bowling (100 points). They have one Player of the Match award (ratio 0.09), highlighting their ability to step up when needed.
Erika Kuncova – Bowler, CZE-W
Kuncova has 153 fantasy points from 11 matches (14 per match), with 83 points coming from bowling. Their best match yielded 44 bowling points, and they have also contributed with the bat and in the field.
Key Player Matchups: Head-to-Head
Best Batter vs Best Bowler:
- Priya Sabu (AUT-W): 16 runs per match, 15 sixes, 49 fantasy points per match
- Josephine Souckova (CZE-W): 0 wickets per match, 7 bowling points per match
Sabu’s aggressive batting will test Souckova’s discipline with the ball.
All-Rounder Showdown:
- Andrea-Mae Zepeda (AUT-W): 34 batting points, 6 bowling points per match
- Mansi Parmar (CZE-W): 3 batting points, 9 bowling points per match
Zepeda’s superior batting stats give Austria an edge, but Parmar’s all-round skills could be a surprise factor.
Bowling Battle:
- Mallika Mahadewa (AUT-W): 22 bowling points per match
- Sarka Kolcunova (CZE-W): 9 bowling points per match
Mahadewa’s wicket-taking ability and fantasy returns make them the bowler to watch.
Captain & Vice-Captain Recommendations
Safe Picks
- Priya Sabu (AUT-W): Highest average fantasy points, most sixes, and consistent all-round returns.
- Andrea-Mae Zepeda (AUT-W): High fantasy ceiling, reliable with both bat and ball.
Bold Choices
- Mallika Mahadewa (AUT-W): Outstanding bowling fantasy points, capable of big hauls.
- Mansi Parmar (CZE-W): Czechia’s top all-rounder, could deliver with both bat and ball.
Insights & Key Matchups
- Austria Women have a clear edge in both batting and bowling depth, with multiple players capable of producing match-winning performances. Priya Sabu and Andrea-Mae Zepeda are the most likely to dominate the fantasy charts, while Mallika Mahadewa’s bowling could be decisive.
- Czechia Women will rely on their all-rounders to keep them in the contest. Mansi Parmar and Josephine Souckova must deliver with both bat and ball to challenge Austria’s dominance.
- Fielding Impact: Both teams have wicket keepers with a knack for stumpings and catches, which could swing fantasy points in tight situations.
Conclusion:
With Austria Women boasting superior individual stats and a higher win percentage, they enter as favorites. However, Czechia Women’s all-rounders have the potential to cause an upset if they fire collectively. Expect a competitive contest at Vinor Cricket Ground, with fantasy managers keeping a keen eye on the all-rounders and big hitters.
Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis on the official ECN Central Europe Cup T20IW, 2025 website!
- Arya Khedekar – Batsman – Avg. Points: 104.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Gurveer Saini – Batsman – Avg. Points: 90.0 – Mighty Tigers
- Prab Singh – Batsman – Avg. Points: 53.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Omar Akram – Batsman – Avg. Points: 52.0 – Mighty Tigers
- Cam Thom – Batsman – Avg. Points: 52.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Aayush Baluja – Batsman – Avg. Points: 44.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Md Mahmud Hussain – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 33.0 – Mighty Tigers
- Nathan Weekes – Bowler – Avg. Points: 30.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Mussa Chaudhry – Bowler – Avg. Points: 29.0 – CFS Pinnacle Pro
- Osama Ilyas – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 28.0 – Mighty Tigers
- Sayed Aziz – All Rounder – Avg. Points: 25.0 – Mighty Tigers
Number of players in the list from each team:
- CFS Pinnacle Pro: 6
- Mighty Tigers: 5
Number of players from each skill type:
- Batsman: 5
- All Rounder: 3
- Bowler: 2
- Wicket Keeper: 0
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