adelaide strikers women host sydney thunder women in a crucial mid-table clash at the Adelaide Oval on November 28, 2025, with both teams seeking points to climb the WBBL standings. The Strikers are sixth with 5 points (2 wins, 3 losses, 1 no result) and +0.067 NRR from 6 games, while the Thunder are seventh with 4 points (2 wins, 4 losses) and -0.519 NRR from 6 games.
The Strikers showed mixed results with a W,L,L,L,W form, boosted by a thrilling last-ball win over Brisbane Heat Women. The Thunder have been struggling on the L,L,W,W,L lately, they need consistency from their batting lineup. Both sides desperately need a win to challenge the top four contenders Hobart Hurricane And melbourne stars.
AS-W vs ST-W, WBBL|11: Match Details
- date and time: 28 November; 01:40 PM IST/ 08:10 AM GMT/ 06:40 PM local
- venue:Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, South Australia
AS-W vs ST-W, head-to-head record in WBBL
matches played: 17 | Adelaide Strikers won: 10 | sydney thunder won:06 | no results:01
adelaide oval pitch report
The Adelaide Oval pitch for the Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women match is a batting-friendly surface that offers genuine bounce and consistent pace, making it ideal for stroke play. Early in the innings, fast bowlers may get some swing and seam movement, especially if there is some moisture on the pitch. However, once the ball becomes softer, it becomes easier for batsmen to play through the line, and the fast outfield further aids scoring opportunities. The spinners are expected to get some turn and grip in the middle overs, which will also add a tactical element. Batting first is beneficial here, often teams score 160+ and put pressure on the team chasing the target in lights. This pitch promises to be an exciting, high-scoring contest.
squads
Adelaide Strikers: Laura WolvaardtTammy Beaumont, Madeline Penna, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Ellie Johnston, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Gemma Barsby, Darcy Brown, Megan Schutt, Tabatha Saville, Anesu Mushangwe, Ella Wilson, Eleanor LaRosa
sydney thunder: Tahlia Wilson (wicketkeeper), Georgia Woll, Phoebe Lichfield (c), Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Laura Harris, Anika Leroyd, Hasrat Gill, Tanele Peshel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Lucy Finn, Ella Briscoe, Alexandra Mavros
Also read: WBBL|11: Amy Jones shines as Melbourne Stars beat Hobart Hurricanes to clinch second place
AS-W vs ST-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Adelaide Strikers won the toss and batted first
- Adelaide Strikers Powerplay Score: 40-50
- Adelaide Strikers’ total score: 140-150
Case 2:
- Sydney Thunder won the toss and batted first
- Sydney Thunder Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Sydney Thunder total score: 150-160
Match result: The team batting first wins the game.
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