The Women’s Big Bash League 2024 (WBBL) match between the Adelaide Strikers and Hobart Hurricanes is set to take place on November 16, 2024 at the iconic Adelaide Oval. This game marks the 29th game of the tournament, promising an exciting clash as both teams vie for crucial points.
The Hurricanes have shown resilience in their previous matches, demonstrating a balanced mix of aggressive batting and strategic bowling, which will be essential against a formidable Strikers side. Whereas, the Strikers have had a mixed tournament so far, but their depth in batting and experience in bowling gives them an edge at home.
Historically, matches between these two teams have been competitive. The last encounter saw the Hurricanes emerge victorious by 28 runs, which will add extra motivation for the Strikers to seek revenge on their home ground.
Women’s Big Bash League 2024, AS-W vs HB-W
- Date and Time: November 16; 04:30 am GMT/ 03:00 pm local/ 10:00 am IST
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Adelaide Oval Pitch Report:
The pitch at Adelaide Oval is renowned for its excellent batting conditions, offering good pace and bounce, which typically favours stroke play. Historically, it has been a surface that allows batters to settle in and score runs freely, especially in the early overs. Bowlers, particularly seamers, can find some assistance with the new ball, but as the match progresses, spinners may also come into play, especially in the middle overs. The outfield is generally quick, making boundaries easier to come by. On match day, with clear skies expected, players can anticipate a well-prepared pitch that should provide an exciting contest between bat and ball.
AS-W vs HB-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Lizelle Lee
- Batters: Laura Wolvaardt, Smriti Mandhana
- All-rounders: Chloe Tryon, Tahlia McGrath, Heather Graham, Nicola Carey, Orla Prendergast
- Bowlers: Molly Strano, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington
AS-W vs HB-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Nicola Carey (c), Tahlia McGrath (vc)
Choice 2: Smriti Mandhana (c), Lizelle Lee (vc)
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AS-W vs HB-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Katie Mack, Elyse Villani, Bridget Patterson, Lauren Smith
AS-W vs HB-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 16, 04:30 am GMT):
Squads:
Hobart Hurricanes: Lizelle Lee (wk), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nicola Carey, Elyse Villani (c), Heather Graham, Chloe Tryon, Kathryn Bryce, Molly Strano, Amy Smith, Lauren Smith, Callie Wilson, Zoe Cooke, Ruth Johnston
Adelaide Strikers: Katie Mack, Smriti Mandhana, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Madeline Penna, Orla Prendergast, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Anesu Mushangwe, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.