The opening game of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 will see Brisbane Heat Women clash against defending champions Melbourne Renegades Women at the Allan Border Field in Brisbane. Both teams have a rich rivalry in the WBBL, with Brisbane Heat holding a slight edge in their head-to-head record, having won 12 of their 21 encounters against the Renegades’ 9 victories.
This match promises an exciting contest as the Renegades look to challenge the home team on familiar turf. The Brisbane Heat will rely on their strong home support and recent form, while the Melbourne Renegades will aim to turn the tide in this competitive matchup in what should be a thrilling start to the WBBL season. The venue, Allan Border Field, is known for encouraging an attacking brand of cricket, setting the stage for an entertaining opener.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 21
- Brisbane Heat Wins – 12
- Melbourne Renegades Wins – 9
- No Result – 0
The head-to-head record between Brisbane Heat Women and Melbourne Renegades Women shows a competitive rivalry spanning 21 matches. Brisbane Heat Women have the upper hand with 12 victories, while Melbourne Renegades Women have claimed 9 wins. This record reflects the Heat’s consistent edge in this matchup
Where to Watch: Match 1 – Brisbane Heat Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women
Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane
Date: November 9, 2025
Time: 8:10 AM IST
Broadcast Details:
Australia –
Matches are broadcasted on Fox Sports, Channel 7, 7mate, 7plus Sport, and the CA live app, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
India –
The tournament is televised on Star Sports channels (Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2HD) and streamed live on Jio Hotstar.
United Kingdom –
Live coverage is available on Sky Sports, Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports MIX, Sky Sports UHDR, and Sky Sports Main Event, with streaming accessible via Sky Go and Sky Sports Now.
New Zealand –
SKY Sport NZ, including Sky Sports 3 will be telecasted the WBBL 2025-26 games.
United States of America –
Willow TV will show the tournament live in the United States.
Squads:
Brisbane Heat Women’s Cricket Team
Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Lucinda Bourke, Nadine de Klerk, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Nicola Hancock, Grace Harris, Chinelle Henry, Jess Jonassen, Charli Knott, Grace Parsons, Georgia Redmayne, Jemimah Rodrigues, Mikayla Wrigley
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Cricket Team
Charis Bekker, Alice Capsey, Sarah Coyte, Emma de Broughe, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy, Sophie Molineux, Davina Perrin, Naomi Stalenberg, Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb, Issy Wong
Schedule:
Brisbane Heat Women’s Fixtures –
- Wednesday – 12th November vs Perth Scorchers Women
- Saturday – 15th November vs Hobart Hurricanes
- Friday – 21st November vs Sydney Thunder Women
- Sunday – 23rd November vs Melbourne Stars Women
- Tuesday – 25th November vs Adelaide Strikers Women
- Friday – 28th November vs Sydney Sixers Women
- Sunday – 30th November vs Adelaide Strikers Women
- Wednesday – 3rd December vs Sydney Thunder Women
- Saturday – 6th December vs Perth Scorchers Women
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Fixtures –
- Tuesday – 11th November vs Sydney Thunder Women
- Friday – 14th November vs Adelaide Strikers Women
- Sunday – 16th November vs Melbourne Stars Women
- Thursday – 20th November vs Hobart Hurricanes
- Sunday – 23rd November vs Sydney Thunder Women
- Thursday – 27th November vs Perth Scorchers Women
- Saturday – 29th November vs Melbourne Stars Women
- Tuesday – 2nd December vs Perth Scorchers Women
- Friday – 5th December vs Sydney Sixers Women
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