Vienna Danube

Country: Austria
Code: VID
History
Fixtures
Players
Venues

Vienna Danube, a spirited and ambitious cricket team hailing from Austria, was established in the early 2000s, somewhere around 2003. Their inception marked a significant stride in developing cricket in a country better known for its alpine sports rather than willow and leather. However, Vienna Danube swiftly began to carve out a niche for itself in the burgeoning local cricket scene.

The team's journey to recognition has been marked by a series of commendable achievements. Although not yet graced with major championships, the team has frequently punched above its weight in regional tournaments. A notable highlight includes reaching the semi-finals of the Austrian Cricket League in 2015, a memorable campaign that cemented their reputation as competitors to watch.

Key players have often propelled the team with their standout performances. Players like Markus Schmidt, known for his astute captaincy and solid batting technique, have been pivotal. His ability to anchor the innings while others play around him gives Vienna Danube an air of stability. Another fan favourite is all-rounder Amandeep Singh, whose explosive batting and crafty spin bowling have often turned the tide in Vienna Danube's favour.

The matches between Vienna Danube and their local rivals, Vienna Cricket Club, never fail to draw interest. These encounters are the embodiment of local rivalry, full of tension yet played with a collegial spirit, given the close-knit nature of the cricketing community in Austria.

Vienna Danube are known for their eclectic playing style. They play without fear, encouraged to express themselves on the field. This flair often sees them play aggressively, with attacking field settings and a penchant for unconventional strategies. Their strength, undoubtedly, is this adaptability and willingness to deviate from the script.

The team holds its home matches at the picturesque Seebarn Cricket Ground, just outside Vienna. It's a quaint venue, where the growing number of fans often gather for picnics, creating a relaxed and communal atmosphere, rare in the high-pressure world of competitive sports. The fans, though small in number, are undeniably passionate. They bring colour and vibrance through flags and emphatic cheers, adding a cultural touch that feels very much a European take on the sport's traditionally British-dominated fan culture.

In essence, Vienna Danube doesn’t just represent a team striving for cricketing success, but a symbol of cricket's gradual integration into the Austrian sporting landscape. Their commitment to the game despite the odds speaks volumes about the global reach of cricket and its ability to foster community in the most unexpected corners of the world.

Regular Season, 49th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - September 4, 2024
Lords CC
124/7 (10)
Vienna Danube
125/4 (9)
Vienna Danube won by 6 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Abuseen Dostahil
Regular Season, 46th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - September 4, 2024
Vienna Danube
110/8 (9.5)
Indian CC Vienna
133/2 (10)
Indian CC Vienna won by 23 runs
Player of the Match
Mehar Cheema
Regular Season, 39th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - September 2, 2024
Vienna Danube
122/9 (10)
Salzburg CC
152/2 (10)
Salzburg CC won by 30 runs
Player of the Match
Aqib Iqbal
Regular Season, 38th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - September 2, 2024
Vienna Danube
143/4 (10)
Austrian Daredevils
175/3 (10)
Austrian Daredevils won by 32 runs
Player of the Match
Waliullah Mandozai
Regular Season, 30th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 31, 2024
Vienna Danube
150/9 (10)
Graz Cricket Academy
154/6 (9.5)
Graz Cricket Academy won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
Regular Season, 29th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 31, 2024
Vienna Danube
121/6 (10)
Donaustadt
129/10 (10)
Donaustadt won by 8 runs
Player of the Match
Shafiullah Jusufzai
Regular Season, 13th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 28, 2024
Vienna Danube
124/5 (10)
Sher-E Punjab Vienna
125/1 (6.1)
Sher-E Punjab Vienna won by 9 wickets (with 23 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Arsalan Arif
Regular Season, 5th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 26, 2024
Vienna CC
153/2 (9.2)
Vienna Danube
149/10 (10)
Vienna CC won by 8 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Regular Season, 4th Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 26, 2024
Cricketer CC
168/2 (10)
Vienna Danube
149/7 (10)
Cricketer CC won by 19 runs
Regular Season, 2nd Match, European Cricket Series Vienna - August 26, 2024
SNASY
152/1 (10)
Vienna Danube
118/9 (10)
SNASY won by 34 runs
Khyber Malyar
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Adel Sherifullah
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Age: 24
Ahmed Zadran
Position: Bowler
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Age: 24
Mohammad Safi
Position: Batsman
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Age: 24
Zaid Miakhel
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 27
Shoukat Saied
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 40
Abdul Rahman Miralikhel
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 23
Noura Khan Abdul Rahimzai
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 31
Klair Kailash
Position: Batsman
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Age: 24
Soleimankhel Habibullah
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 23
Samali Shinwari
Position: Batsman
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Age: 23
Abdul Rahman
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 24
Aziz Khatak
Position: Batsman
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Age: 24
Obaidullah Omari
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 27
Ruhullah Abdurahimzai
Position: Allrounder
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Age: 24
Shafiullah Jusufzai
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 37
Mohammad Amin
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 22
Samim Naseri
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30
Rahat Shahid
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 34
Dilagha Jabarkhel
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 18
Zayed Shahid
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 41
Hasibullah Miralikhel
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 21
Atiqullah Wahidi
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
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Age: 28
Adnan Waziri
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

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