Hobart Hurricanes Women and Brisbane Heat Women lock horns in Match 15 of the T20 Spring Challenge 2025 at the picturesque North Sydney Oval. The game is scheduled for 4:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on the 26th of October 2025. The Heat arrive in this contest sitting atop the points table after three commanding wins, and another victory here will confirm their semifinal berth. The Hurricanes, meanwhile, have been equally impressive with two wins from three outings, showcasing depth in both batting and bowling.
Squads:
Hobart Hurricanes Women’s Cricket Team
Elyse Villani, Rachel Trenaman, Tabatha Saville, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Nicola Carey, Ruth Johnston, Caitlin Mair, Lizelle Lee, Ava Curtis, Callie Wilson, Lauren Smith, Mia Barwick, Molly Strano
Brisbane Heat Women’s Cricket Team
Annie O’Neil, Clodagh Ryall, Filippa Suesee, Lucy Bourke, Ayaka Stafford, Charli Knott, Lucy Hamilton, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne, Mikayla Wrigley, Bonnie Berry, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Nicola Hancock
Players to watch out:
Ruth Johnston
Ruth Johnston has put in gritty efforts at the top for the Hurricanes, tallying 71 runs in 3 games with the best of 30. She has anchored the innings well, giving the team solid starts when needed at the top. Johnston rotates strike efficiently and finds gaps with regularity. Her composure with the bat helps steady the innings in early overs.
Molly Strano
Molly Strano has been in top rhythm, leading the Hurricanes bowling unit with 6 wickets from 3 matches. Her 4/9 spell was a standout, highlighting her match-winning capabilities. Strano’s precision and flight variations make her hard to score off. She continues to be a reliable strike option in the powerplay and beyond.
Georgia Redmayne
Georgia Redmayne has chipped in with 48 runs in 2 matches, giving her side much-needed balance in the lineup. Though short on big scores so far, her experience anchors the middle order. Redmayne’s sound technique and calm head keep her in the mix for vital runs. Watch for her ability to guide tricky run chases in upcoming games.
Sianna Ginger
Sianna Ginger has made impactful contributions, striking 5 times in 3 outings for Brisbane Heat. Her economy of 4.80 shows how well she’s contained batters with discipline. Ginger’s crucial spells have built pressure right from the start. She’s fast emerging as a dependable option in tight matchups.
Pitch:
North Sydney Oval usually offers a flat, true pitch that is ideal for batting with small boundaries promoting high scores. Seamers may find early movement, but it gets easier for batters as the match progresses. Teams generally prefer batting first to take advantage of the surface. Expect a high-scoring contest if batters settle in early.
Weather:
The weather is forecasted to be partly cloudy with temperatures around 26°C during the day and dropping to 15°C at night. Chances of rain are minimal, ensuring largely clear conditions ideal for cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Elyse Villani, Rachel Trenaman, Nicola Carey, Ruth Johnston, Lizelle Lee, Molly Strano, Charli Knott, Lucy Hamilton, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne, Nicola Hancock
Match Details:
Date – October 26, 2025
Time – 4:30 AM IST
Venue – North Sydney Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on cricket.com.au.
