Match 5 of the T20 Spring Challenge 2025 brings an exciting clash between Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers at Cricket Central, Sydney Olympic Park, on October 22, starting 4:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). The Sixers enter this fixture looking to build momentum after winning the opening encounter, while the Scorchers aim to showcase their trademark fiery style.
Squads:
Perth Scorchers Women’s Cricket Team
Chloe Piparo, Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley, Rebecca McGrath, Amy Edgar, Paige Scholfield, Maddy Darke, Chloe Ainsworth, Ebony Hoskin, Lilly Mills, Maddie White, Ruby Strange, Shay Manolini
Sydney Sixers Women’s Cricket Team
Claire Moore, Elsa Hunter, Frankie Nicklin, Lucy Finn, Mathilda Carmichael, Caoimhe Bray, Erin Burns, Lauren Kua, Emma Manix-Geeves, Kate Pelle, Courtney Sippel, Kate Peterson, Lauren Cheatle, Maitlan Brown
Players to watch out:
Maddy Darke
Maddy Darke had a consistent 2024 T20 Spring Challenge season, scoring 108 runs in 4 innings at an average of 27.00 and a strike rate of 100.00. Her highest score was 40, showing stability in the middle order. Though she didn’t record any fifties or hundreds, she provided steady support with the bat across games.
Chloe Piparo
Chloe Piparo compiled 114 runs in 4 innings at an average of 38.00 and an impressive strike rate of 144.30 last season. Her top score of 82* was a match-winning knock that highlighted her fluency and composure. She registered one fifty during the season, anchoring Perth’s batting lineup with reliability.
Kate Pelle
Kate Pelle scored 38 runs from 38 balls in the opening match, hitting 6 fours with a strike rate of 100.00 and an average of 38.00. She provided a steady start and showed good shot selection at the top of the order. Pelle did not register a fifty or a hundred in this outing but anchored her side convincingly.
Emma Manix Geeves
Emma Manix Geeves made an unbeaten 29 runs from 19 deliveries at a strike rate of 152.63, including 5 boundaries. Her quick-fire cameo helped boost the team’s total at the death, giving her an average of 29.00. She looked in fluent touch from ball one and can be counted on for more.
Pitch:
The pitch at Cricket Central, Sydney Olympic Park, is known for being firm and lively, offering a fair balance between bat and ball. Fast bowlers enjoy good pace and consistent bounce, especially early on, while batters find value for their shots thanks to the even surface and quick outfield.
Weather:
Sydney will be scorching and windy with highs near 38°C. Expect mostly sunny skies through the day with strong northwesterly gusts. A late cool front may bring isolated evening thunderstorms.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Elsa Hunter, Mathilda Carmichael, Erin Burns, Emma Manix-Geeves, Kate Pelle, Lauren Cheatle, Chloe Piparo, Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley, Paige Scholfield, Maddy Darke
Match Details:
Date – October 22, 2025
Time – 4:30 AM IST
Venue – Cricket Central, Sydney Olympic Park
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on cricket.com.au.
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