The Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W) will take on the Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) in Match 34 of WBBL|11 at Drummoyne Oval, Sydney, on Wednesday, in what shapes up as a pivotal mid-table contest with significant playoff ramifications.
The Sixers, with four wins from seven matches, are looking to build momentum at home, while the Stars – currently sitting slightly ahead with five victories in eight – aim to strengthen their push for a top-four finish.
The Sixers enter the clash with inconsistent form but continue to rely heavily on the brilliance of Ellyse Perry, who has already surpassed 250 runs this season while also contributing with the ball, taking 10 wickets. Ashleigh Gardner remains a major threat with her off-spin, especially on a pitch that rewards disciplined slower bowling.
For the Stars, Meg Lanning has been the cornerstone of their batting unit, scoring 301 runs at a strike rate above 130, while Annabel Sutherland spearheads the pace attack. However, concerns linger around their shaky middle order.
SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Match details
- Date and Time: December 3; 10:10 am IST/ 04:40 am GMT/ 03:40 pm Local
- Venue: Drummoyne Oval, Sydney
SS-W vs MS-W, Head-to-Head Record in WBBL
Matches played: 19 | Sydney Sixers won: 10 | Melbourne Stars won: 09 | No result: 0
Drummoyne Oval Pitch Report
Drummoyne Oval in Sydney typically offers a bowler-friendly surface and is regarded as a venue where low to moderate scores are common. The pitch often assists both pace and spin, and conditions under lights can make batting particularly tricky, giving teams chasing a slight edge. Because the surface provides movement and grip, bowlers who maintain accuracy tend to thrive, making strategic planning essential.
The Powerplay overs become pivotal, as batters look to capitalise on fielding restrictions before the pitch slows or bowlers find their rhythm. Shot selection and patience are crucial, given that even though the wicket provides consistent bounce, run-making can become challenging when bowlers hit the right areas.
Squads
Sydney Sixers Women: Sophia Dunkley, Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy(w), Ashleigh Gardner(c), Maitlan Brown, Amelia Kerr, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Kua, Lauren Cheatle, Mathilda Carmichael, Courtney Sippel, Emma Manix-Geeves, Elsa Hunter
Melbourne Stars Women: Meg Lanning, Maia Bouchier, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (wk), Annabel Sutherland (c), Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day, Sophie Reid, Ella Hayward, Georgia Prestwidge
SS-W vs MS-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Sydney Sixers Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Melbourne Stars Women’s powerplay score: 40-50
- Melbourne Stars Women’s total score: 140-150
Case 2:
- Melbourne Stars Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Sydney Sixers Women’s powerplay score: 50-60
- Sydney Sixers Women’s total score: 150-160
Match result: Team batting second to win the match.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
