Greece Women vs Germany Women – T20I Match Preview (11 May 2025)

Date: 11 May 2025
Time: 13:00 GMT
Venue: Marina Cricket Ground, Corfu, Greece
Series: Greece Women vs Germany Women T20I Series
Match Format: T20 International (T20I)
Series Standing: Germany Women lead the series 2-0

Match Overview

Greece Women host Germany Women in the third T20I of their four-match series at the Marina Cricket Ground in Corfu. With Germany having already taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the series, Greece will be eager to regroup and put up a strong performance on home soil to turn the tide in their favor.

The Marina Ground, known for its balanced conditions, has historically favored the side bowling first, with 75% of matches won by the team chasing. The average first-innings score at this venue is 109, while the average second-innings score is 108. Fast bowlers dominate the wicket-taking department, accounting for 81.82% of dismissals.

Head-to-Head

Germany Women have been dominant in the ongoing series, having defeated Greece by 66 runs in the second T20I and 105 runs in the opener. However, Greece has shown strong form in recent matches, having beaten Bulgaria in all four of their recent T20I encounters — including a 138-run win in October 2024.

Team Form and Key Players

Greece Women

Greece’s allrounder Adamantia Makri remains the cornerstone of the team, contributing with both bat and ball. Her ability to deliver crucial wickets and accelerate the scoring rate will be vital for Greece.

At the top of the order, Ioanna Argyropolou brings experience and composure, while Maria Vervitsioti is a reliable option with the ball. The Greece squad, including Maria Syrioti and Nefeli Georgota, will look to make the most of the home advantage and break Germany's stranglehold on the series.

Germany Women

Germany’s recent dominance has been bolstered by Tina Gough and Wilhelmina Garcia, who are expected to carry the batting load. With the ball, Asmita Kohli and Janet Ronalds have been consistent wicket-takers.

Germany has shown adaptability in different conditions and will be looking to maintain their momentum. The likes of Karthika Vijayaraghavan and Sharanya Sadarangani provide depth and experience in both departments.

Squads

Greece Women:
Adamantia Makri, Alekcandra Kourkoulou, Anceliki Savvani, Chrysa Kanta, Dafni Vlachopolou, Elpida Kallous, Evangelia Grammenou, Ioanna Argyropolou, Maria Polymeri, Maria Syrioti, Maria Vervitsioti, Nefeli Georgota, Nikol Dolianiti, Tereza Kapsokavadi, Thaleia Koula

Germany Women:
Ameya Kanukuntla, Anne Bierwisch, Ashwini Balaji, Asmita Kohli, Iris Edwards, Janet Ronalds, Karthika Vijayaraghavan, Milena Beresford, Nicole Kingsley, Rameesha Shahid, Sharanya Sadarangani, Shravya Kolcharam, Tina Gough, Wilhelmina Garcia

Match Predictions

• Toss Prediction: Greece Women
• Winning Team: Germany Women
• Top Run-Scorer: Adamantia Makri (Greece) / Tina Gough (Germany)
• Top Wicket-Taker: Maria Vervitsioti (Greece) / Asmita Kohli (Germany)
• Player of the Match: Adamantia Makri (Greece)
• Team Score (Batting First): Greece 110+ / Germany 100+
• Match Handicap: Germany

What to Expect

With the series already in Germany's favor, the pressure is on Greece to deliver a performance befitting of a home crowd. The pitch at Marina Cricket Ground is expected to offer even conditions, with the toss playing a decisive role.

Greece will look to Adamantia Makri to lead the charge, while Germany will rely on their consistent batting and bowling to maintain their edge. As the match begins, all eyes will be on whether Greece can turn the series around or if Germany will complete a clean sweep.

Final Verdict

Germany Women remain the favorites in this encounter, but Greece Women, playing at home, have the motivation and talent to make a strong statement. A high-scoring game is expected, with the bowlers needing to step up in the death overs to decide the outcome.

Prediction: Germany Women to win by 7-8 runs.
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