Melbourne Renegades Women return to their home ground riding high after a confident victory in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 opener, dispatching Brisbane Heat with a clinical display both with bat and ball. On the other hand, Sydney Thunder Women will be eager to bounce back after falling short in a high-scoring chase against the Hobart Hurricanes. The game is scheduled for November 11, 2025, at Junction Oval, Melbourne, 9:40 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Squads:
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
Sydney Thunder Women’s Cricket Team
Anika Learoyd, Emily Powell, Laura Harris, Olivia Maxwell, Tara French, Alex Mavros, Ella Briscoe, Eva Ragg, Hasrat Gill, Tahlia Wilson, Samantha Bates, Stella Campbell, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight
Players to watch out:
Heather Knight
The veteran batter Heather Knight showcased her reliability at the crease, top-scoring for her side with a crucial knock. In her opening encounter, she compiled a solid 39 runs off just 31 balls, striking at an impressive rate of 125.80. Her steady innings ensured her team posted a competitive total and provided a vital anchor for the rest of the lineup.
Shabnim Ismail
Pace bowler Shabnim Ismail proved her worth with a typically energetic performance, making early inroads for her team. In the opening game, she was highly effective, claiming 2 wickets for 22 runs from her four overs. Her disciplined and quick bowling attack maintained a good economy of 5.50, putting immediate pressure on the opposition.
Courtney Webb
Courtney Webb provided a quick and impactful contribution with the bat, finishing as the second-highest scorer for the Melbourne Renegades (MR-W). Her opening performance saw her smash 34 runs from just 22 deliveries, accelerating the innings with a striking rate of 154.54. This powerful start was crucial in setting up a strong total for her team.
Georgia Wareham
All-rounder Georgia Wareham delivered a match-defining bowling spell for her team, the Melbourne Renegades. She was exceptionally stingy with the ball in her opening game, taking 3 wickets for a mere 12 runs from her full quota of four overs. Her spectacular bowling performance was instrumental in controlling the flow of runs, registering a brilliant economy rate of 3.00.
Pitch:
Junction Oval in Melbourne offers a batting-friendly pitch, characterized by consistent bounce and good carry, making it ideal for aggressive stroke play. Pacers may find some movement early on, but as matches progress, the flat surface generally helps batters dominate and allows for higher scoring games.
Weather:
Melbourne’s weather is forecasted to be cool, with daytime temperatures around 13°C and nighttime lows near 8°C. Expect moderate rain, making conditions damp throughout the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Alice Capsey, Deandra Dottin, Tess Flintoff, Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb, Anika Learoyd, Laura Harris, Olivia Maxwell, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight
Match Details:
Date – November 11, 2025
Time – 9:40 AM IST
Venue – Junction Oval, Melbourne
Broadcast – Telecast on Star Sports Network | Streaming on Jio Hotstar (India)
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