WBBL 2024: Knockout, ST-W vs HB-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WBBL match between Sydney Thunder Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women?

In this article we will be analyzing the ST-W vs HB-W Match Prediction. The group stage of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL 2024) has finally come to a close with the top four spots on the points table finalised. Moving on, team Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W) will take on Hobart Hurricanes Women (HB-W) in the ‘Knockout’ game of the tournament. Notably, the two teams will clash on Wednesday, November 27, at the Drummoyne Oval ground in Sydney.

Speaking of Thunder’s journey, the side managed to taste victory in six games during the league stage of the WBBL, while they conceded a loss in their last encounter a few days back. As a result, Sydney finished in the third spot in the points tally. On the flip side, team Hobart Hurricanes Women’s journey came on the back of a hard-fought three-wicket victory.

Speaking about their league stage campaign, the side secured five wins. Hence, in the upcoming fixture, they will aim to continue their winning momentum ahead in a bid to keep their hopes alive for the summit clash. As far as their standings in the WBBL points table are concerned, Hobart finished in the fourth spot.

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ST-W vs HB-W Match Details

Pitch Report

The track at the Drummoyne Oval has historically slowed down as the game progresses. Hence, keeping that in mind, the skipper winning the toss in the upcoming do-or-die fixture will be tempted to bat first and put up a big score on the board in a bid to put the opposition under the pump aka run chase pressure.

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Head-to-Head Record

ST-W vs HB-W Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder Women: 

Georgia Voll,Chamari Athapaththu, Phoebe Litchfield (c), Tahlia Wilson (wk), Heather Knight, Georgia Adams, Anika Learoyd, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Hannah Darlington, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates.

Hobart Hurricanes Women: 

Lizelle Lee (wk), Elyse Villani (c), Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Suzie Bates, Tabatha Saville, Kathryn Bryce, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Rosemary Mair, Amy Smith.

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Lizelle Lee

The former Proteas batter played a blazing knock in the Hurricane’s previous game. With a couple of majestic tons to her name in the ongoing edition, Lizelle Lee will be the batter to watch out for as she can possibly go out all guns blazing yet again.

Probable Best Bowler: Samantha Bates

At a frugal economy rate, Samantha Bates has been a prominent presence in the wickets column. The left-arm spinner could be expected to deliver yet another exceptional performance in a high-octane match.

Today’s Match Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women to win the match

Scenario 1

Hobart Hurricanes Women win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 40-50

HB-W: 150-170

Hobart Hurricanes Women win the match

Scenario 2

Sydney Thunder Women win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 30-40

ST-W: 135-155

Hobart Hurricanes Women win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.