Match: 8th Match, Women’s Big Bash League 2025
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Time: 9:40 AM Local Time
Venue: Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
Toss: Yet to be announced
Teams Overview
The Stars had their first match abandoned due to rain, so they will be looking to claim a win against the Scorchers to kick off their season positively. Meanwhile, Perth Scorchers had a challenging start to their season, suffering a 10-wicket defeat in their opener against the Sydney Sixers. However, they bounced back with a victory over Brisbane Heat, securing their first win of the campaign.
Both teams are eager to build momentum early in this WBBL season at Adelaide’s Karen Rolton Oval.
Likely Playing XIs
Note: Official playing XIs have not been confirmed yet. The lineups below are based on recent squad lists and may change. (Source: Female Cricket, Cricket Times)
Melbourne Stars Women (Likely XI):
- Meg Lanning
- Ines McKeon
- Annabel Sutherland (c)
- Marizanne Kapp
- Amy Jones (wk)
- Kim Garth
- Ella Hayward
- Sophie Day
- Rhys McKenna
- Sasha Moloney
- Maisy Gibson
Perth Scorchers Women (Likely XI):
- Beth Mooney (wk)
- Sophie Devine (c)
- Chloe Piparo
- Katie Mack
- Mikayla Hinkley
- Amy Edgar
- Freya Kemp
- Alana King
- Chloe Ainsworth
- Lilly Mills
- Ebony Hoskin
Players to Watch
Batters
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | Perth Scorchers | Recently smashed a scintillating 105 off 73 balls against Brisbane Heat | 5,176 WBBL runs at strike rate of 125 in 144 matches |
| Meg Lanning | Melbourne Stars | Scored a solid 60 runs off 41 balls against Adelaide Strikers | 3,227 runs at average 38.87 and strike rate 120.59 in 98 WBBL matches |
| Sophie Devine | Perth Scorchers | Strong all-round performance | Close to 4,000 WBBL runs (3,966) with 111 wickets in 132 matches |
Bowlers
| Player | Team | Strengths | Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marizanne Kapp | Melbourne Stars | Accurate, breaks partnerships | 1,361 runs and 134 wickets in 135 WBBL games, best bowling 4/10 |
| Annabel Sutherland | Melbourne Stars | Dynamic captain, powerplay specialist | 1,386 runs and 89 wickets in 100 WBBL matches, best bowling 4/20 |
| Kim Garth | Melbourne Stars | Experienced international bowler | 79 wickets at average 22.25 in 85 WBBL matches, best figures 3/11 |
| Alana King | Perth Scorchers | Wicket-taking spinner | 126 wickets in 123 WBBL matches with best figures 5/16, economy under 7 |
Pitch Report & Weather
Pitch: The Karen Rolton Oval features a versatile surface combining both drop-in and natural pitches. It’s known to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball, rewarding disciplined bowling while allowing batters to score freely once set. The average innings score here is 158, with around 6 wickets typically falling per innings.
Weather: Adelaide’s forecast for match day suggests cloudy conditions with high chances of rain. The temperature will range between 12°C (minimum) and 23°C (maximum). The precipitation probability is 80%, humidity around 50%, and wind speeds near 15 km/h.
⚠️ Rain Alert: There’s a strong chance of rain interruption, which could affect the match.
What to Expect
This match promises to be an exciting contest between two competitive sides. Perth Scorchers will rely heavily on Beth Mooney, who’s in red-hot form after her recent century. The experienced batting lineup featuring Devine and Piparo will look to capitalize on the batting-friendly pitch.
Melbourne Stars, hungry for their first win of the season, have a strong bowling attack led by Kapp, Sutherland, and Garth. They’ll need their bowlers to fire early and put pressure on the Scorchers’ top order. Meg Lanning’s experience will be crucial if the Stars are chasing.
The weather could play a major role. With 80% chance of rain, both teams might need to be prepared for a shortened game. Winning the toss could be important, especially if rain is expected later in the match.
Match Prediction
Given the current form, Perth Scorchers start as slight favorites. Beth Mooney’s outstanding form and the team’s momentum from their recent win over Brisbane Heat give them an edge. However, if Melbourne Stars’ bowlers can strike early and remove the dangerous opening pair, they have every chance of securing their first win.
The pitch favors batters who get set, so the team that adapts quickly to conditions will likely come out on top. Keep an eye on the weather updates – rain could change everything!
Where to Watch: Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (India) | Fox Sports, Channel 7, and Kayo Sports (Australia)