On the other hand, the Scorchers have shown mixed fortunes in their campaign so far. After a comprehensive loss to the Sixers in their opener, they bounced back strongly with a 23-run win against Brisbane Heat, before losing to the Stars under the DLS method and then edging past Adelaide Strikers by nine runs in a thriller.
Squads:
Sydney Thunder Women’s Cricket Team
Phoebe Litchfield (C), Chamari Athapaththu, Samantha Bates, Ella Briscoe, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Lucy Finn, Laura Harris, Hasrat Gill, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson.
Perth Scorchers Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Devine (C), Beth Mooney, Chloe Ainsworth, Amy Edgar, Maddy Darke, Mikayla Hinkley, Alana King, Katie Mack, Lilly Mills, Freya Kemp, Ebony Hoskin, Paige Scholfield, Chloe Piparo, Shay Manolini, Ruby Strange
Players to watch out:
Heather Knight
The English star brings balance and leadership to the struggling Thunder side. With 2,384 runs and 54 wickets in 94 WBBL games, Knight’s composure in the middle order and knack for breakthroughs make her one to watch, especially on a bowler friendly surface.
Shabnim Ismail
One of the fastest bowlers in the women’s game, Ismail has taken 67 wickets in 73 WBBL outings. This season, she’s been a consistent wicket-taker with figures of 3 against the Sixers, 1 against the Renegades, and 2 against the Hurricanes, showcasing her trademark aggression and pace.
Beth Mooney
The WBBL’s most prolific run getter continues to dominate attacks with grace and power. Mooney has accumulated 5,190 runs in 146 matches and recently blazed her way to a magnificent 105 against Brisbane Heat, reaffirming her status as the league’s most consistent performer.
Sophie Devine
A proven all-round force, Devine has scored 3,976 runs and taken 114 wickets across her career. She’s been in excellent touch this season with valuable contributions picking 3 wickets against the Strikers and 2 versus the Heat while adding depth to Perth’s batting with aggressive starts.
Pitch:
The Drummoyne Oval pitch traditionally offers more to bowlers than batters, with its grassy surface generating seam and swing movement. The average innings total hovers around 131, and nearly seven wickets tend to fall per innings. Batters who dig in and counter the movement early can still find scoring opportunities, but smart, disciplined bowling remains crucial.
Weather:
A bright, sunny day is forecasted in Sydney, making conditions ideal for cricket. Temperatures will vary between 17°C and 28°C, with humidity near 41 percent and winds blowing up to 23 km/h. With only a 5 percent chance of rain, a full game is expected.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Phoebe Litchfield, Shabnim Ismail, Alana King, Hannah Darlington, Katie Mack, Freya Kemp, Lilly Mills
Match Details:
Date – November 19, 2025
Time – 1:40 PM IST
Venue – Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
Broadcast – Star Sports Network | Live Streaming on Jio Hotstar (India)
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