Date: November 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 1:10 PM Local (Hobart) / 1:40 PM IST / 8:10 AM GMT
Venue: Bellerive Oval (Ninja Stadium), Hobart, Tasmania
Series: Women’s Big Bash League 2025/26
Match: 14th Match
Toss: Not yet announced
Current Form & Team News
The Hobart Hurricanes Women are flying high in this tournament. They have won all three matches so far and sit at the top of the points table with 6 points. Their victories came against Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, and Brisbane Heat, showing strong form across batting and bowling departments.
The Adelaide Strikers Women have had a mixed start to their campaign. They currently sit in 5th position with 3 points from three games. Their opening match against Melbourne Stars was washed out (no result), followed by a convincing 7-wicket win over Melbourne Renegades, and then a narrow 9-run loss to Perth Scorchers (DLS method).
Expected Playing XIs
Note: Official playing XIs have not been confirmed yet. The lineups below are likely teams based on recent matches and squad information.
Hobart Hurricanes Women (Likely XI)
- Lizelle Lee
- Danni Wyatt-Hodge
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
- Nicola Carey
- Elyse Villani (Captain)
- Heather Graham
- Ruth Johnston
- Hayley Silver-Holmes
- Molly Strano
- Lauren Smith
- Linsey Smith
Adelaide Strikers Women (Likely XI)
- Laura Wolvaardt
- Tammy Beaumont
- Tahlia McGrath (Captain)
- Bridget Patterson
- Ellie Johnston
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Jemma Barsby
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Darcie Brown
- Megan Schutt
- Anesu Mushangwe
Note: These lineups are based on recent team selections and may change. Final XIs will be announced at the toss.
Players to Watch
| Team | Batters | Bowlers |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart Hurricanes | Danni Wyatt-Hodge – In excellent form with scores of 90, 45, and 44 in her first three matches. She has 1,912 runs in 78 WBBL games. | Heather Graham – Key all-rounder who took 2/25 in the last match. Experienced performer with both bat and ball. |
| Hobart Hurricanes | Lizelle Lee – Consistent opener with 59* and 55 in recent games. Has 2,592 runs in 96 WBBL matches at a strike rate of 131. | Lauren Smith – Part of the effective bowling unit that has helped Hurricanes win all three games. |
| Adelaide Strikers | Laura Wolvaardt – Elegant South African batter with 1,910 runs in 94 WBBL games. Scored 85 runs at an average of 85 this season. | Darcie Brown – Young pace bowler with 60 wickets in 55 WBBL appearances. Has taken wickets in every match this season. |
| Adelaide Strikers | Tahlia McGrath – Captain and all-rounder who provides balance to the team with both bat and ball. | Amanda-Jade Wellington – Leg-spinner with excellent control, taking 3 wickets at 15.33 this season with an economy of just 4.6. |
Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Conditions at Bellerive Oval
The Bellerive Oval (also called Ninja Stadium) is known to be a batting-friendly surface. The pitch offers true bounce and even carry, especially in the powerplay overs. Fast bowlers can get some early movement with the new ball, but the surface tends to become easier for batting as the match progresses.
The average first-innings score at this venue is around 155-160 runs, though teams scoring 170+ can feel more comfortable. Spinners may find limited turn but can be effective in the middle overs by bowling tight lines.
Key Stats:
- Teams batting first have won 9 of 19 T20I games here
- Average first-innings score: 159
- The pitch slows down as the match progresses
Weather Forecast
Good news for cricket fans! The weather in Hobart on November 18 is expected to be cool and clear with no forecast of rain.
- Temperature: Between 7°C and 12°C
- Humidity: Around 87%
- Wind: Light winds at approximately 10 km/h
- Rain: No rain expected – a full 20-over match is likely
Source: Female Cricket, CricketWorld
What to Expect
This match promises to be an exciting contest between the tournament’s form team and a Strikers side looking to bounce back. The Hurricanes have been brilliant in all departments – their top order has been firing, and the bowling unit has been taking wickets consistently.
The Strikers need their batting order to click together. While Laura Wolvaardt has been in good form, they need more contributions from the middle order. Their bowling attack, led by Darcie Brown and Amanda-Jade Wellington, will need to strike early to put pressure on the strong Hurricanes batting lineup.
The pitch should favor batters, so expect both teams to aim for scores around 160 or higher. The team that handles the pressure better in the middle overs will likely come out on top.
Prediction
Based on current form and team balance, the Hobart Hurricanes Women are favorites to win this match. They have won all three games so far and are playing confidently at home. However, Adelaide Strikers have quality players who can turn the match on their day, especially if Laura Wolvaardt and Tahlia McGrath fire with the bat.
Predicted Winner: Hobart Hurricanes Women
Key Factor: How well Adelaide’s bowlers can handle the in-form Hurricanes top order