Ahead of match 19 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026, sitting in fourth place with four points from four matches, the Brisbane Heat head into this clash looking to solidify their spot in the upper half of the table against a struggling Melbourne Stars side. The Stars are currently languishing down in seventh with just one win from five outings, making every game from here on out a must-win to stay alive in the playoff race.
Returning to their home turf at the Junction Oval, the Stars desperately need their top order to step up during the powerplay, set a strong foundation, and stop leaving all the rebuilding work for the middle and lower overs. For Brisbane, this match presents a prime chance to build serious momentum and fix a net run rate that currently hovers right around neutral. Expect the Heat to come out aggressive from the very first over, putting early pressure on the Stars’ key batters and looking to dictate terms throughout the contest.
Squads:
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
Brisbane Heat Women’s Cricket Team
Georgia Redmayne (C), Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Lucinda Bourke, Sianna Ginger, Sarah Glenn, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen, Charli Knott, Annie O’Neil, Grace Parsons, Orla Prendergast, Catherine White, Mikayla Wrigley
Head-to-Head:
- Played – 21
- Melbourne Stars Won – 12
- Brisbane Heat Won – 8
- NR – 1
Looking back at their historical rivalry, the Melbourne Stars hold the bragging rights over the Brisbane Heat with 12 wins out of their 21 head-to-head encounters, while the Heat have claimed victory 8 times alongside a single no-result. That overall advantage gives the Stars a psychological edge on paper, but given their current form struggles this season, Brisbane will be eyeing this fixture as a prime opportunity to bridge that head-to-head gap and turn their recent dominance into another crucial two points.
Where to watch: Match 19 – Women’s Big Bash League 2026
Date – November 12, 2026
Time – 10:10 AM IST
Venue – Junction Oval, Melbourne
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