The Adelaide Strikers step out onto Karen Rolton Oval mph match 4 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 12 looking to stamp their authority early in the tournament, welcoming a Melbourne Stars side that already got off to a flyer. The Strikers always bring a fierce competitive edge to home turf, blending experienced match-winners with exciting emerging talent who know how to handle the pressure of the Big Bash. On the other side, the Stars roll into Adelaide high on confidence following an opening win where Annabel Sutherland put on a masterclass against the Hurricanes, proving they have the firepower to dominate both with bat and ball.
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
Melbourne Stars Women’s Cricket Team
Meg Lanning (C), Sophie Day, Charlie Dean, Kim Garth, Dani Gibson, Maisy Gibson, Amy Jones, Carly Leeson, Rhys McKenna, Indigo Noble, Georgia Prestwidge, Zoe Samuel, Naomi Stalenberg, Annabel Sutherland
Players to watch out:
Tahlia McGrath
Tahlia McGrath has carved out a stellar reputation in the Women’s Big Bash League, featuring in 148 matches where she has accumulated 2,447 runs with the highest score of 93 not out alongside eight half-centuries. Beyond her reliable batting anchor, she brings genuine bite to the bowling crease, picking up 94 wickets across 126 innings with a best bowling figure of 4 for 13 and an economy rate hovering around 7.15.
Laura Wolvaardt
Laura Wolvaardt brings immense elegance and stability at the top of the order, having played 99 matches in the WBBL to score 2,089 runs. Her technical mastery shines through ten half-centuries and a highest score of 75 not out, while she routinely paces her innings calmly across nearly two thousand balls faced in the tournament.
Meg Lanning
Meg Lanning remains one of the absolute titans of the format, boasting a remarkable WBBL record of 3,717 runs across 110 matches at a commanding average of 40.40. Her exceptional consistency is underlined by two centuries and 35 fifties, alongside a highest score of 135 that highlights just how destructive she can be once she gets settled.
Annabel Sutherland
Annabel Sutherland stands out as a phenomenal modern-day all-rounder in the WBBL, having played 111 matches to contribute 1,563 runs with a top score of 72 and five half-centuries. Her impact with the ball is equally profound, capturing 103 wickets in 102 innings with best figures of 4 for 20, making her a vital match-winner in every phase of the game.
Pitch:
Typically a true, even pitch that provides good carry and favors batting once set, complemented by a large playing area. The venue promises engaging contest between bat and ball.
Weather:
Rain with a high of 26°C, a low of 17°C, and a northeast wind at 13 mph. Clear conditions promise a complete and uninterrupted game, with rain early in the day.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Tahlia McGrath, Maia Bouchier, Darcie Brown, Emma de Broughe, Maggie Clark, Sophie Ecclestone, Meg Lanning, Sophie Day, Charlie Dean, Kim Garth, Annabel Sutherland
Match Details:
Date – October 31, 2026
Time – 10:10 AM IST
Venue – Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the JioStar app and website.