The 21st match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025–26 promises an intriguing contest between Sydney Thunder Women and Melbourne Renegades Women at Drummoyne Oval, Sydney, on November 23, 2025, starting 4:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Sydney Thunder come into this fixture after a shaky start, losing their first three matches but gaining strong momentum with back-to-back wins over Perth Scorchers and Brisbane Heat, showcasing resilience and improved form. Melbourne Renegades have maintained a steady campaign, winning three out of their five matches so far, including important victories against Brisbane Heat, Sydney Thunder, and Melbourne Stars.
Squads:
Sydney Thunder Women’s Cricket Team
Phoebe Litchfield (C), Chamari Athapaththu, Samantha Bates, Ella Briscoe, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Lucy Finn, Laura Harris, Hasrat Gill, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Molineux (C), Georgia Wareham, Charis Bekker, Alice Capsey, Sarah Coyte, Emma de Broughe, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy, Davina Perrin, Naomi Stalenberg, Courtney Webb, Issy Wong
Players to watch out:
Phoebe Litchfield
The dynamic captain leads from the front and has been pivotal in their recent wins with consistent batting performances, combining aggression and skill. She has played 84 WBBL matches, scoring 1,671 runs at a strike rate of 117. Though she kicked off her season with scores of 16, 12 and 8, she has built on the starts, registering scores of 50* and 31 in her subsequent outings.
Shabnim Ismail
A frontline fast bowler with strong wicket-taking ability, Ismail has played 75 WBBL matches and taken 69 wickets, including 8 wickets in 5 matches this season. Ismail hit form straightaway this season, bagging 6 wickets in her first three games, and continues to be at her economical and effective best, spearheading the Thunder’s bowling attack.
Sophie Molineux
An influential all-rounder, Molineux contributes significantly with both bat and ball. She has played 108 WBBL matches, taking 95 wickets and scoring 1,689 runs. Managing injury, Sophie hasn’t been a regular this season, and in the couple games she has played, she has registered scores of 32 and 11, alongside bowling returns of 1/37 and 0/15.
Alice Capsey
A valuable all-rounder with impact performances, Capsey has played 41 WBBL matches, scoring 709 runs and taking 34 wickets. Alice has had a notable season so far, managing starts of 10 and 13, while also chipping in with scores of 30 and 37. With the ball, she has taken 4 wickets from as many outings.
Pitch:
Drummoyne Oval is known to favor bowlers, especially seamers, with early movement due to its grassy surface and swing-friendly conditions. The average innings score hovers around 121-133 runs, with teams often preferring to bowl first to exploit these conditions. Batting requires patience and solid technique, as the pitch slows down later, assisting spin bowlers too.
Weather:
The conditions in Sydney on match day are humid, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 27°C. There is a 34% chance of rain, humidity at 95%, and winds blowing at 11 km/h, implying potential weather disruptions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Phoebe Litchfield, Sophie Molineux, Chamari Athapaththu, Heather Knight, Georgia Wareham, Deandra Dottin, Alice Capsey, Samantha Bates, Shabnim Ismail, Sarah Coyte, Tess Flintoff
Match Details:
Date – Sunday, November 23, 2025
Time – 4:30 AM IST
Venue – Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – Star Sports Network | Live Streaming on Jio Hotstar (India)
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