It is hard to imagine a stronger start to a Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) than the one put together by the Perth Scorchers, who sit right at the top of the points table with a flawless record of five wins from five games and a commanding net run rate. Meanwhile, the Adelaide Strikers find themselves right in the middle of the pack in fifth place with two wins and two losses from four appearances. While the Strikers have flashed moments of sharp bowling and lower-order fight, they need some genuine consistency to break into the top four.
As the action shifts to the WACA Ground, Adelaide faces the toughest test in the competition. To slow down an undefeated Perth side, the Strikers’ bowlers must quiet the tournament’s most dangerous batters early on and avoid any sloppy lapses in the field. For the hosts, it is all about keeping up the relentless intensity that has carried them through the first half of the season. Backed by their marquee stars and an attack that has suffocated every opponent so far, Perth will look to dominate in front of their home crowd, though Adelaide has enough grit to make this a proper contest.
Squads:
Adelaide Strikers Women’s Cricket Team
Tahlia McGrath (C), Maia Bouchier, Darcie Brown, Emma de Broughe, Maggie Clark, Sophie Ecclestone, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa, Anesu Mushangwe, Bridget Patterson, Maddie Penna, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ella Wilson, Laura Wolvaardt
Perth Scorchers Women’s Cricket Team
Beth Mooney (C), Sophie Devine, Chloe Ainsworth, Sophie Devine, Amy Edgar, Mikayla Friday, Ebony Hoskin, Freya Kemp, Alana King, Katie Mack, Lilly Mills, Chloe Piparo, Fatima Sana, Ruby Strange
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 24
- Perth Scorchers Won – 8
- Adelaide Strikers Won – 14
- Tied – 1
- NR – 1
Adelaide Strikers dominate the head-to-head record against the Perth Scorchers, claiming 14 wins across their 24 encounters. The Scorchers have secured 8 victories in comparison, with the remaining two fixtures ending in 1 tie and 1 no result.
Where to watch: Match 22 – Women’s Big Bash League 2026
Date – November 14, 2026
Time – 1:40 PM IST
Venue – Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth
Live Streaming Details:
India and Subcontinent –
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar/Fancode
Australia –
Broadcast: Channel 7, Fox Cricket
Live Streaming: 7Plus, Kayo Sports, CA Live
United Kingdom –
Broadcast: Sky Sports Cricket
Live Streaming: NOW TV/ SKY Sports App
United States –
Broadcast: Willow TV
Live Streaming: Willow TV/Prime Video
New Zealand –
Broadcast: Sky Sport New Zealand
Live Streaming: Sky Go