The Hobart Hurricanes secured a convincing six-wicket victory over the Sydney Sixers at North Sydney Oval on November 13, 2025, in Match 7 of the Women’s Big Bash League. Chasing a target of 153 runs, the Hurricanes reached 154/4 in just 16.5 overs, winning with 19 balls remaining.
Lizelle Lee starred with a brilliant 55 runs off 33 balls, including 10 fours and a six, while Danni Wyatt-Hodge contributed a quick-fire 45 off 26 balls. The Sixers, batting first, posted 152/9 in their 20 overs, with Alyssa Healy top-scoring with 37 runs. The Hurricanes’ bowlers were excellent, with Hayley Silver-holmes taking three key wickets.
Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Sixers Women | 152/9 | 20.0 | 9 wickets | Lost by 6 wickets |
| Hobart Hurricanes Women | 154/4 | 16.5 | 4 wickets | Won with 19 balls left |
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lizelle Lee | Hobart Hurricanes | Batter | 55 runs (33 balls, 10 fours, 1 six) |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Hobart Hurricanes | Batter | 45 runs (26 balls, 6 fours, 2 sixes) |
| Hayley Silver-holmes | Hobart Hurricanes | Bowler | 3 wickets for 18 runs (3 overs) |
| Alyssa Healy | Sydney Sixers | Batter | 37 runs (26 balls, 6 fours) |
| Ellyse Perry | Sydney Sixers | Batter | 33 runs (29 balls, 6 fours) |
| Nicola Carey | Hobart Hurricanes | Bowler | 2 wickets for 25 runs (3 overs) |
Key Moments
- Early blow for Sixers: Sophia Dunkley fell for just 6 runs in the second over, caught by Nicola Carey, giving the Hurricanes an early breakthrough.
- Middle-order collapse: The Sixers lost five wickets between overs 8 and 13, tumbling from 64/1 to 95/6. Hayley Silver-holmes removed captain Ashleigh Gardner, star all-rounder Amelia Kerr, and wicketkeeper Alyssa Healy in quick succession.
- Lee’s explosive start: Lizelle Lee raced to 50 off just 31 balls, smashing 10 boundaries and a six to give the Hurricanes a flying start in the chase.
- Opening partnership: Lee and Wyatt-Hodge put on a 95-run opening stand in just 9.2 overs, setting up a comfortable chase for the Hurricanes.
- Carey finishes the job: After losing four wickets, Nicola Carey remained unbeaten on 26 runs off 18 balls to guide the Hurricanes home with ease.
Match Analysis
The Hurricanes showed their strength in chasing targets, recording their second consecutive victory in WBBL|11. Their opening pair dominated the Sixers’ bowling attack, with Lee’s aggressive stroke play and Wyatt-Hodge’s power hitting putting the game beyond reach early in the chase.
For the Sixers, despite a fighting effort from Alyssa Healy and Ellyse Perry in the first innings, their middle-order collapse proved costly. Losing five wickets for just 31 runs between overs 8 and 13 prevented them from posting a more competitive total.
The bowling performance from Hayley Silver-holmes was the highlight for the Hurricanes in the first innings, while Lauren Smith and Nicola Carey provided crucial support. In reply, despite losing both openers and Nat Sciver-Brunt, the Hurricanes maintained control throughout the chase, winning with more than three overs to spare.
What’s Next
The Hobart Hurricanes move to 2-0 in the tournament and will look to continue their winning streak in their next match. The Sydney Sixers, after winning their opening game against Perth Scorchers, suffer their first loss and will need to regroup quickly.
Both teams will be back in action soon as the WBBL season continues with a packed schedule. The Hurricanes will be confident after back-to-back victories, while the Sixers will want to bounce back and return to winning ways.
Article Date: November 13, 2025
Match Venue: North Sydney Oval, Sydney
Competition: Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025/26 – Match 7