In the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026, the Sydney Sixers continue to fly high near the summit, sitting pretty in second place with a perfect record of four wins from four games and a healthy net run rate. They take on a Melbourne Renegades unit that currently occupies sixth spot with four points from four matches, desperate to string together back-to-back victories and push into the crowded top four. The Renegades’ bowling lineup will have its hands full trying to contain a stacked Sixers top order, meaning early breakthroughs with the new ball will be critical if they hope to pull off an upset on home turf.
The Sixers, on the other hand, are operating like genuine title contenders, with both their domestic core and overseas stars firing on all cylinders. Their ability to manage high-pressure overs and accelerate when needed has made them incredibly tough to break down. Expect Sydney to stick to their aggressive brand of cricket, assert control early, and look to maintain their unbeaten start to the season under the lights at the Junction Oval.
Squads:
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Molineux (C), Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy, Hayley Matthews, Sophie Molineux, Olivia Porter, Sophie Reid, Chloe Tyron, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb, Annie Wikman
Sydney Sixers Women’s Cricket Team
Ashleigh Gardner (C), Caoimhe Bray, Maitlan Brown, Erin Burns, Alice Capsey, Lauren Cheatle, Sarah Coyte, Sophia Dunkley, Ashleigh Gardner, Elsa Hunter, Amelia Kerr, Grace Lyons, Frankie Nicklin, Ellyse Perry, Eva Ragg, Courtney Sippel
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 22
- Melbourne Renegades Won – 7
- Sydney Sixers Won – 12
- NR – 1
- Tied – 2
The head-to-head history between these two sides heavily favors the Sydney Sixers, who have won 12 of their 22 meetings compared to the Melbourne Renegades’ 7, with two matches ending in a tie and one with no result. The Sixers have consistently found a way to come out on top in this fixture over the years, and with their unbeaten run intact this season, the Renegades face a tough mountain to climb if they want to break that trend and tilt the head-to-head ledger back in their direction.
Where to watch: Match 20 – Women’s Big Bash League 2026
Date – November 12, 2026
Time – 1:40 PM IST
Venue – Junction Oval, Melbourne
Live Streaming Details:
India and Subcontinent –
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar/Fancode
Australia –
Broadcast: Channel 7, Fox Cricket
Live Streaming: 7Plus, Kayo Sports, CA Live
United Kingdom –
Broadcast: Sky Sports Cricket
Live Streaming: NOW TV/ SKY Sports App
United States –
Broadcast: Willow TV
Live Streaming: Willow TV/Prime Video
New Zealand –
Broadcast: Sky Sport New Zealand
Live Streaming: Sky Go
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