Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W) but will take Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) in match 34 WBBL|11 on Wednesday at Sydney’s Drummoyne Oval in what is shaping up to be a decisive mid-table contest with significant playoff implications.
The Sixers, with four wins from seven matches, are looking to build on the momentum at home, while the Stars – currently sitting slightly ahead with five wins in eight – aim to strengthen their push for a top-four finish.
Sixers enter clash with inconsistent form but continue to rely heavily on talent elise perryWho has already crossed the 250-run mark this season, while also contributing with the ball, taking 10 wickets. Ashley Gardner remains a major threat with her off-spin, especially on a pitch that rewards disciplined slow bowling.
For the Stars, Meg Lanning has been the cornerstone of their batting unit, scoring 301 runs at a strike rate above 130, while Annabel Sutherland leads the pace attack. However, concerns remain over their shaky middle-order.
SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Match Details
- date and time: 3 December; 10:10am IST/ 04:40am GMT/ 03:40pm local
- venue: Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
SS-W vs MS-W, Head-to-Head Records in WBBL
Matches played: 19 | Sydney Sixers won: 10 | Melbourne Stars won: 09 | No results: 0
Drummoyne Oval Pitch Report
Drummoyne Oval in Sydney generally provides a favorable surface for bowlers and is considered a venue where low to moderate scores are common. The pitch often favors both pace and spin, and conditions under lights can make batting particularly difficult, giving teams chasing a slight advantage. Because the surface provides speed and grip, bowlers who maintain accuracy are successful, making strategic planning essential.
Powerplay overs become important, as batsmen try to take advantage of fielding restrictions before the pitch slows down or the bowlers settle into their rhythm. Shot selection and patience are important, given that even though the wicket provides consistent bounce, it can be challenging to score runs when the bowlers hit the ball in the right area.
squads
Sydney Sixers Women: Sophia Dunkley, Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy(w), Ashley Gardner(c), Maitlan Brown, Amelia Kerr, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Cua, Lauren Cheatle, Mathilda Carmichael, Courtney Sippel, Emma Mannix-Geeves, Elsa Hunter
Melbourne Stars Women: Meg Lanning, Maia Bouchier, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (wk), Annabel Sutherland (c), Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Maisie Gibson, Sophie Day, Sophie Reed, Ella Hayward, Georgia Prestwitz.
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SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Sydney Sixers Women won the toss and bowled first
- Melbourne Stars Women Powerplay Score: 40-50
- Melbourne Stars Women Total Score: 140-150
Case 2:
- Melbourne Stars Women won the toss and bowled first
- Sydney Sixers Women Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Sydney Sixers Women Total Score: 150-160
Match result: The team batting second won the match.
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