The 28th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2025 pits Melbourne Renegades Women against Melbourne Stars Women at Junction Oval, Melbourne, on November 29, starting at 9:40 AM local time. Renegades sit third on the points table with 4 wins from 7 games and a net run rate of +0.570, while Stars hold second place with 4 wins from 6 completed matches and a superior +2.152 NRR. This Melbourne derby follows Renegades’ recent four-wicket loss to Perth Scorchers, contrasting Stars’ strong run including a 37-run victory over Hobart Hurricanes.
Renegades started with back-to-back wins but have stumbled, losing three of their last five, though they hold a key edge having chased 142 in 18.5 overs to beat Stars earlier this season by four wickets. Stars boast four wins in five post their rain-affected opener, with recent triumphs like an 18-run win over Brisbane Heat showcasing batting depth. Key for Renegades will be bouncing back at home, where they recently fell short chasing 150 against Scorchers.
MR-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Match details
- Date and Time: November 29; 09:40 am IST/ 04:10 am GMT/ 03:10 pm Local
- Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne
MR-W vs MS-W, Head-to-Head Record in WBBL
Matches played: 21 | Melbourne Stars won: 07 | Melbourne Renegades won: 11 | No result: 03
Junction Oval Pitch Report
The Junction Oval in Melbourne is known for its batting-friendly surface, providing consistent bounce and good carry that support fluent stroke play. Batters generally enjoy favourable conditions from the start of the match, enabling them to play aggressive shots and maintain steady scoring. While pacers may find some initial movement and bounce, the pitch tends to favour high-scoring contests as the game progresses. Its flatness and natural pace create an ideal platform for batters to dominate, although spinners can also become influential later in the innings with some turn. Overall, the pitch offers an exciting balance, presenting ample opportunities for both batters and bowlers to impact the match.
Squads
Melbourne Renegades Women: Davina Perrin, Courtney Webb, Alice Capsey, Deandra Dottin, Georgia Wareham(c), Nicole Faltum(w), Tess Flintoff, Naomi Stalenberg, Sarah Coyte, Milly Illingworth, Charis Bekker, Sophie Molineux, Issy Wong, Sara Kennedy, Emma de Broughe
Melbourne Stars Women: Annabel Sutherland (c), Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Day, Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Georgia Prestwidge, Ella Hayward, Sophie Reid, Maisy Gibson, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Marizanne Kapp, Sasha Moloney
MR-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Melbourne Stars Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Melbourne Renegades Women’s powerplay score: 40-50
- Melbourne Renegades Women’s total score: 160-170
Case 2:
- Melbourne Renegades Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Melbourne Stars Women’s powerplay score: 50-60
- Melbourne Stars Women’s total score: 180-190
Match result: Team bowling first to win the game.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
