Table-toppers Sydney Thunder will clash with the Sixers, seeded 6th with three wins and four losses, in the Sydney derby in Match no. 31 of the ongoing 10th edition of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL). The game will be played at Drummoyne Oval, Sydney, on the 17th of November 2024, at 11:55 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
Sydney Thunder Women
Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Adams, Chamari Athapaththu, Sam Bates, Ella Briscoe, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Saskia Horley, Shabnim Ismail, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Anika Learoyd, Claire Moore, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson
Sydney Sixers Women
Ellyse Perry, Hollie Armitage, Caoimhe Bray, Maitlan Brown, Erin Burns, Mathilda Carmichael, Lauren Cheatle, Sophie Ecclestone, Ashleigh Gardner, Alyssa Healy, Melie Kerr, Isabella Malgioglio, Kate Pelle, Kate Peterson, Courtney Sippel, Sarah Bryce
Players to watch out:
Chamari Athapaththu
The 34-year-old all-rounder in the WBBL has posted 1193 runs from 55 outings at an average of 25.38, and from 28 bowling innings, has picked up 23 wickets at an economy rate of 7.31. Chamari has struggled for runs of late, and even in this campaign, has managed only three notable scores of 38, 33, and 33, but has been effective with the ball, picking up 10 wickets from 7 outings. It’ll be hoped she capitalizes on this momentum.
Hannah Darlington
The 22-year-old pacer, from 65 bowling innings, has bagged 88 wickets, including the best of 5/10, maintaining an economy rate of 7.21, while also being handy with the bat on a few occasions. Hannah was a standout for the team last season, bagging 22 wickets from 13 innings, and equally effective this season, she has bagged 8 wickets from 7 innings. She can be relied upon to carry this form into the business end of the competition.
Ellyse Perry
The 34-year-old all-rounder in the WBBL, from 128 outings, has racked up 4581 runs at an average of 49.25 and a strike rate of 108.99, while also taking 70 wickets from 118 innings at an economy rate of 7.11. Ellyse kicked off this WBBL season on a high, registering consecutive scores of 81, 54, 31*, 86, and 48*, alongside taking 6 wickets. She has had quiet outings in recent games but can be banked upon for the goods.
Sophie Ecclestone
The 25-year-old left-arm off-spinner, from 22 WBBL innings, has secured 31 wickets, with the best of 4/17, at an economy rate of 6.67, while also being handy with the bat on a few occasions. Ever consistent and reliable, Sophie has secured 11 wickets from 7 outings at an economy rate of 7.42, and her recent returns read 2/22, 3/18, 1/40, and 2/18. She is a reliable spinner and can be trusted to produce breakthroughs.
Pitch:
The center wicket at Drummoyne Oval poses a challenge for batters with its spin-friendly nature, and a modest average score reflects the difficulty of scoring freely. To post a match-winning total in the 130s, batters will need to demonstrate adaptability.
Weather:
The temperature is forecasted to hover around 23°C, with 60% humidity and moderate winds. If the skies don’t clear, expect rain delays and interruptions, with showers on the radar during match hours.
Fantasy playing XI:
Sarah Bryce, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll, Chamari Athapaththu, Melie Kerr, Ashleigh Gardner, Sam Bates, Sophie Ecclestone, Hannah Darlington, Shabnim Ismail
Match details:
Date – November 17, 2024
Time – 11:55 AM IST
Venue – Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – The game will be telecasted by the Star Sports Network and live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar.
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