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The 32nd T20 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024 is set to take place on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide. The Perth Scorchers Women will face off against the Adelaide Strikers Women in what promises to be an exciting encounter. Adelaide Strikers will be looking to build on their recent win, while the Scorchers will aim to bounce back from a close loss.
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Match Details
- Match: Adelaide Strikers Women vs Perth Scorchers Women, 32nd T20, WBBL 2024
- Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
- Time: 12:40 PM Local Time / 3:10 AM GMT
- Venue: Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide, South Australia
- Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar
Team Previews
Adelaide Strikers Women Preview
Adelaide Strikers Women have been struggling throughout the season and are currently placed at the bottom of the points table with just 2 wins and 6 losses. However, they come off a 38-run victory against the Hobart Hurricanes Women in their last match. They managed to post 140/7 in 20 overs, thanks to a match-changing knock by Madeline Penna, who scored 60 runs off 40 balls. The Strikers’ batting has been inconsistent, but Tahlia McGrath, their top scorer with 204 runs, will be key in anchoring their innings. The team will rely on Megan Schutt (10 wickets) to provide breakthroughs with the ball.
Key Performers:
- Tahlia McGrath: With 204 runs, she is the backbone of the batting lineup and will need to perform consistently.
- Megan Schutt: As the leading wicket-taker for the team, Schutt will play a crucial role in keeping Perth’s batters in check.
- Madeline Penna: Her match-winning knock in the last game shows her potential to be a game-changer.
Adelaide Strikers Women Squad:
Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Smriti Mandhana, Katie Mack, Laura Wolvaardt, Madeline Penna, Orla Prendergast, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Anesu Mushangwe, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa.
Perth Scorchers Women Preview
Perth Scorchers Women are in decent form, sitting at 5th place in the points table with 4 wins and 3 losses. Despite posting 170/5 in their last match, they lost by 7 wickets to Sydney Thunder Women. Beth Mooney, their top scorer with 286 runs, has been in excellent form and will be crucial to their batting efforts. Sophie Devine (captain) and Alana King (14 wickets) have also been standout performers for the Scorchers. The team has shown resilience but needs to focus on their bowling in order to secure a win.
Key Performers:
- Beth Mooney: The top run-scorer with 286 runs; her ability to anchor the innings will be vital.
- Sophie Devine: As both a batter and captain, Devine’s leadership and batting will be key for the Scorchers.
- Alana King: The leading wicket-taker for Perth with 14 wickets, King’s spin bowling will be crucial on the Adelaide pitch.
Perth Scorchers Women Squad:
Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine (c), Chloe Piparo, Dayalan Hemalatha, Amy Jones, Mikayla Hinkley, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Amy Louise Edgar, Lilly Mills, Ebony Hoskin, Maddy Darke, Carly Leeson.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide, tends to favor both batsmen and bowlers, offering a balanced contest. The surface is generally good for batting, but spinners can find some assistance, especially in the middle overs. The conditions will likely be conducive to stroke play early on, while the spinners might come into play later in the innings.
- Pitch Behavior: Balanced pitch with support for both batters and bowlers. Spinners may have an advantage as the game progresses.
- Average Score:
- First Innings: 150-160
- Second Innings: 130-140 (chasing may be difficult in the latter stages)
Weather Report
- Temperature: 22-26°C (mild and pleasant)
- Humidity: 60-65%
- Rain Probability: 0% (clear skies expected)
- Wind: Light breeze, no major effect on play
- Conditions: Perfect weather for cricket with no rain forecast, providing ideal conditions for a full match.
Head-to-Head Stats
- Total Matches Played: 21
- Perth Scorchers Women Wins: 7
- Adelaide Strikers Women Wins: 13
- No Result: 1
Winning Chances
- Perth Scorchers Women Winning Chances: 64%
- Adelaide Strikers Women Winning Chances: 36%
Score Prediction
- If Perth Scorchers Women Bat First: 161+
- If Adelaide Strikers Women Bat First: 133+
Toss Prediction
Adelaide Strikers Women are likely to win the toss and choose to bat first, given the conditions and their previous strategy of defending low totals successfully.
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Our Winner: Perth Scorchers Women
Despite Adelaide Strikers’ recent win, the Perth Scorchers have been more consistent throughout the tournament. With key players like Beth Mooney and Alana King in form, the Scorchers are favorites to take the win in this encounter. The Strikers’ inconsistent performances, particularly with the bat, could cost them in this match.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
- Captain: Beth Mooney
- Vice-Captain: Tahlia McGrath
- Top Picks: Madeline Penna, Sophie Devine, Megan Schutt, Alana King
- Differential Picks: Smriti Mandhana, Chloe Ainsworth, Anesu Mushangwe
Suggested Fantasy XI:
- Beth Mooney (C)
- Tahlia McGrath (VC)
- Laura Wolvaardt
- Sophie Devine
- Madeline Penna
- Katie Mack
- Alana King
- Megan Schutt
- Chloe Ainsworth
- Jemma Barsby
- Anesu Mushangwe
Expect an exciting clash as Adelaide Strikers Women aim to keep their slim playoff hopes alive, while Perth Scorchers Women look to strengthen their position in the top four.
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