Melbourne Stars (MS-W) are set to face Hobart Hurricanes (HB-W) in match 12 of the ongoing Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL 2024), at the Junction Oval, in Melbourne, on Sunday, November 3.
Melbourne Stars have played two games so far in WBBL 2024. They lost to Perth Scorchers by 13 runs to start their campaign. However, the Annabel Sutherland-led side bounced back strongly to defeat Sydney Sixers by 32 runs in their second fixture. Melbourne finished second from the bottom last season and would hope for a much better campaign this year.
Hobart Hurricanes have already played three games till now in WBBL 2024. They won against Sydney Thunder by 31 runs to begin their campaign. However, they lost to the same side in the reverse fixture by 33 runs in a rain-curtailed affair. The Hurricanes returned to winning ways in their most recent clash against Brisbane Heat as they registered a comfortable seven-wicket win.
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BH-W vs HB-W Match Details
| Particulars | Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Details | Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women | Junction Oval, Melbourne | Sunday, November 3, 4:40 AM | Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar |
Junction Oval Pitch Report
The average first innings score in women’s T20s at the Junction Oval in Melbourne is around 150. The pitches are generally good for batting. Two games have been played so far at this venue in WBBL 2024 and both were won by chasing teams. If the batters give themselves a little bit of time to get adjusted to the surface, a lot of runs are there for the taking.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Won by Melbourne Stars Women | Won by Hobart Hurricanes Women | No Result | First Played | Last Played |
| 18 | 06 | 12 | – | 12 December, 2015 | 17 November, 2023 |
Probable Playing 11 for MS-W vs HB-W
Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W):
Yastika Bhatia (wk), Ines McKeon, Meg Lanning, Annabel Sutherland (c), Rhys McKenna, Marizanne Kapp, Tess Flintoff, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Sophie Day, Maisy Gibson.
Hobart Hurricanes Women (HB-W):
Elyse Villani (c), Lizelle Lee (wk), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Chloe Tryon, Heather Graham, Nicola Carey, Ruth Johnston, Kathryn Bryce, Tabatha Saville, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith.
Probable Best Performers from MS-W vs HB-W
Probable Best Batter: Meg Lanning
The legendary Meg Lanning could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Hobart Hurricanes women. In the previous encounter against Sydney Sixers, the right-handed batter scored an unbeaten 58 off 36 balls, hitting five fours and three sixes. She set the foundation for her team to put on a formidable first innings score of 195/4. If Lanning gets going, the Hurricanes bowlers will be in for a very tough time.
Probable Best Bowler: Heather Graham
Hobart Hurricanes’ Heather Graham could be the bowler to watch out for. She has bagged six wickets from three games in WBBL 2024 at an average of 12.67. Graham will have an important role to play through the middle overs and at the death.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the Match
Scenario 1
Melbourne Stars Women win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP Score: 35-45
HB-W: 145-155
Melbourne Stars Womenwin the match
Scenario 2
Hobart Hurricanes Women win the toss and opt to bowl first
PP Score: 30-40
MS-W: 135-145
Hobart Hurricanes Women win the match
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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.