The 28th fixture of Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 11 is set to spark plenty of excitement as Melbourne Renegades Women face off against Melbourne Stars Women at the Junction Oval, Melbourne. Both teams have showcased a mix of resilience and flair this season, setting the stage for a compelling battle between two arch-rivals.
Melbourne Renegades have been solid contenders, winning four of their seven matches so far, the Renegades have the experience and firepower to challenge any side. Their recent close losses have sharpened their hunger to bounce back and earn crucial points.
Meanwhile, Melbourne Stars have been impressive with four wins and one no result in their six outings, including commanding victories over Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat. The Stars will look to maintain their winning momentum on a batting-friendly surface.
Squads:
Melbourne Renegades Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Molineux (C), Georgia Wareham, Charis Bekker, Alice Capsey, Sarah Coyte, Emma de Broughe, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum, Tess Flintoff, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy, Davina Perrin, Naomi Stalenberg, Courtney Webb, Issy Wong
Melbourne Stars Women’s Cricket Team
Annabel Sutherland (C), Sophie Day, Kim Garth, Danielle Gibson, Maisy Gibson, Ella Hayward, Amy Jones, Marizanne Kapp, Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Ines McKenna, Sophie Reid, Sasha Moloney, Indigo Noble, Georgia Prestwidge
Players to watch out:
Sophie Molineux
The Renegades’ captain has appeared in 110 WBBL matches, accumulating 96 wickets alongside 1,723 runs, establishing her as a genuine all-round threat. This season she has continued to impress with economical bowling and crucial middle-order contributions with the bat, making her a pivotal figure for Melbourne Renegades.
Meg Lanning
A batting powerhouse, Lanning has played 104 matches and scored 3,494 runs in the WBBL. This season, she has been in scintillating form with innings of 90* against Perth and a majestic 135 against Sydney Sixers, anchoring the Stars’ batting line-up with consistency and class.
Annabel Sutherland
The dynamic captain has featured in 105 matches, contributing 1,452 runs and 96 wickets in her WBBL career. Her all-round performances this season include taking 7 wickets, adding valuable balance to the Stars’ side.
Georgia Wareham
A leg-spinner with a potent threat, Wareham has 72 wickets in 96 career WBBL matches. She has been prolific this season, claiming 13 wickets so far, proving crucial in controlling the game’s middle overs.
Pitch:
Junction Oval is expected to offer true bounce and an even outfield that will favor the batters. Teams that seize the powerplay and maintain momentum early will likely set or chase big totals. Bowlers will need to focus on precision and tactical variations to remain effective on this surface.
Weather:
The weather forecast predicts cool conditions with a temperature ranging between 11°C and 15°C. A 70% chance of precipitation and winds up to 23 km/h mean weather interruptions are possible, so the toss could be crucial.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sophie Molineux, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Marizanne Kapp, Meg Lanning, Sophie Day, Alice Capsey, Nicole Faltum, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum, Courtney Webb
Match Details:
Date – November 29, 2025
Time – 9:40 PM IST
Venue – Junction Oval, Melbourne
Broadcast – Star Sports Network | Live Streaming on Jio Hotstar (India)
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