The T20 Spring Challenge 2025 continues with an exciting contest between Sydney Sixers Women and Melbourne Renegades Women, set to unfold at North Sydney Oval, on the 26th of October 2025, starting 9:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). The Sixers come into this fixture riding high on momentum after a 24-run victory in the Sydney Derby against the Thunder, while the Melbourne Renegades Women have displayed promise with one win and one loss from their first two matches, holding a slightly positive net run rate in the standings.
Squads:
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
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Cricket Team
Courtney Webb, Emma de Broughe, Naomi Stalenberg, Olivia Henry, Samara Dulvin, Jasmine Nevins, Tess Flintoff, Zoe Samuel, Charli Mclennan, Nicole Faltum, Charis Bekker, Milly Illingworth, Sarah Coyte
Players to watch out:
Emma Manix Geeves
Emma Manix Geeves has impressed for the Sixers, scoring 89 runs in 3 matches including a vital 51. Her confident strokeplay has kept the scoreboard ticking under pressure. Manix Geeves constantly looks for singles and turns over the strike. Her positive intent is a key ingredient for Sixers strong starts this season.
Maitlan Brown
Maitlan Brown has been the standout bowler so far, leading the tournament with 7 wickets in 3 games. Her best of 3/24 reflects her ability to strike early and in clusters. Brown’s pace and accuracy have made life tough for opposition batters. She remains a constant wicket threat and a key figure in the Sixers bowling plans.
Emma de Broughe
Emma de Broughe has made steady contributions for the Renegades, notching 61 runs from her 2 innings and the highest of 54. She’s proven adept at building the innings and accelerating when set. De Broughe’s ability to stitch partnerships is crucial for Renegades batting success. Her consistency in the middle order gives her side hope every time she walks in.
Zoel Samuel
Zoel Samuel has impressed in her brief stint, taking 3 wickets in 2 matches for the Renegades. Her best of 2/15 shows her capacity to strike in short bursts. Samuel keeps things tight and picks wickets at vital intervals. Her development this season adds a new edge to Melbourne Renegades attack.
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.
Weather:
The weather in Sydney 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:
Mathilda Carmichael, Emma Manix-Geeves, Kate Pelle, Kate Peterson, Lauren Cheatle, Maitlan Brown, Courtney Webb, Emma de Broughe, Naomi Stalenberg, Samara Dulvin, Zoe Samuel
Match Details:
Date – October 26, 2025
Time – 9:00 AM IST
Venue – North Sydney Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on cricket.com.au.
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