Both Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Meteors and South Australia Scorpions head into this Canberra clash looking to strengthen their positions in the ongoing Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2025-26. Their previous meeting this season ended in a no result, adding extra intrigue to this rematch. The Scorpions have won five out of their nine matches so far and are pushing for a strong finish in the league stage. Meanwhile, the Meteors have secured four wins from nine games and will be eager to capitalize on home conditions at Phillip Oval.
Squads:
Australian Capital Territory Meteors Women’s Cricket Team
Annie Wikman, Olivia Porter, Rachel Carroll, Shivani Mehta, Carly Leeson, Georgia Elwiss, Grace Dignam, Stella Wilde, Zoe Cooke, Grace Lyons, Paris Bowdler, Amy Hunter, Anesu Mushangwe, Angelina Genford, Gabrielle Sutcliffe, Holly Ferling
South Australian Scorpions Women’s Cricket Team
Bridget Patterson, Courtney Webb, Ellie Johnston, Emma de Broughe, Hollie Armitage, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Eleanor Larosa, Ella Wilson, Emmerson Filsell, Madeline Penna, Tahlia McGrath, Elizabeth Worthley, Courtney Neale, Darcie Brown, Isabella Malgioglio, Jemma Barsby, Kate Peterson, Maggie Clark, Megan Schutt
Players to watch out:
Courtney Webb
Webb has been a rock for her team this season, anchoring the middle-order with composure. Her unbeaten 123 against Tasmania Tigers was one of the standout knocks of the tournament, played at a strike rate well over 130. She has accumulated 345 runs from 8 innings and remains one of South Australia’s most dependable batters in pressure situations.
Jemma Barsby
Barsby has been highly effective with the ball, claiming 14 wickets in 9 matches with best figures of 3/27 and maintaining a solid economy rate of 5.76. In her recent outings against Victoria Women, she picked up two wickets in one game and three in another, while also contributing 33 runs, highlighting her all round value.
Annie Wikman
Wikman has been in superb form, scoring 458 runs this season at a strike rate of 89, including the highest score of 142* against Victoria. With one century and four half centuries to her name, she has been the backbone of ACT’s batting lineup.
Zoe Cooke
Cooke has been a consistent performer with the ball, taking 13 wickets in 9 matches with best figures of 4/44 and an economy of 5.43. With the bat, she has also made valuable contributions this season, scoring 203 runs in 8 innings, including two half-centuries. Her standout knock was a brilliant 83 against Tasmania, showcasing her capability as a dependable all-rounder.
Pitch:
Phillip Oval offers a balanced surface with true bounce. Fast bowlers can extract seam movement early on, while batters who settle in can play their shots confidently. It generally sets up competitive, medium-scoring contests.
Weather:
The forecast predicts a minimum temperature of 16°C and a maximum of 29°C. There is a 10% chance of precipitation, with humidity around 55% and winds blowing at 11 km/h, suggesting mostly favorable conditions for a full match.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Annie Wikman, Georgia Elwiss, Zoe Cooke, Amy Hunter, Carly Leeson, Bridget Patterson, Courtney Webb, Emma de Broughe, Hollie Armitage, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ella Wilson
Match Details:
Date – February 24, 2026
Time – 4:30 AM IST
Venue – Phillip Oval, Canberra
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on cricket.com.au.
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