WBBL 2024: Match 4, HB-W vs ST-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WBBL match between Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Sydney Thunder Women?

In this article we will be analyzing the HB-W vs ST-W Match Prediction. After a disappointing campaign last time around, Hobart Hurricanes will be hoping to shake up things and challenge for the Women’s Big Bash League title this year. They have made some interesting signings this season, including the likes of Suzie Bates, Chloe Tyron, Kathryn Bryce and Lauren Smith among others. However, they will miss the service of Bates in their opening game against Sydney Thunder as the New Zealand international is currently in India for the ODI series.

Thunder, meanwhile, had a decent campaign last year, qualifying for the playoffs. They lost to Brisbane Heat in the Eliminator and will be determined to qualify for the summit clash. They have named 21-year-old Phoebe Litchfield as the new captain of side including the likes of Chamari Athapaththu, Heather Knight, Shabnim Ismail and Georgia Adams.

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HB-W vs ST-W Match Details

Bellerive Oval Pitch Report

The surface of Bellerive Oval is usually a great track to bat on. The batters will enjoy their time in the middle and the pacers are expected to be effective in the first few overs. Bowling first will be ideal as anything over 170 runs can be a good total.

Head-to-Head Record

HB-W vs ST-W Probable Playing XI

Hobart Hurricanes Women (HB-W):

Elyse Villani (c), Lizelle Lee, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Chloe Tryon, Heather Graham, Nicola Carey, Ruth Johnston, Kathryn Bryce, Tabatha Saville, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith

Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W):

Phoebe Litchfield (c), Chamari Athapaththu, Anika Learoyd, Georgia Voll, Georgia Adams, Paris Bowdler (wk), Sammy-Jo Johnson, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Shabnim Ismail, Sam Bate

Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Phoebe Litchfield

Thunder captain Phoebe Litchfield is known for her power-hitting. She has played 17 games in WBBL history and scored 450 runs at a strike rate of 130.43. With the burden of captaincy, it now needs to be seen if the youngster can deliver at the same level.

Shabnim Ismail 

Shabnim Ismail can prove to be a force to reckon with. The veteran seamer has played 58 games in the competition and has picked up 51 wickets at an average of 24.33.

Today’s Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder Women to win the Match

Scenario 1

Hobart Hurricanes win the toss and opt to bowl first

PP Score: 40-50

ST: 160-180

Sydney Thunder win the match

Scenario 2

Sydney Thunder win the toss and opt to bowl first

PP Score: 30-40

HB: 130-150

Sydney Thunder 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.