the highly anticipated confrontation between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder It will take place on 23 November 2024 at Junction Oval, Melbourne. The match is crucial for both teams as they fight for the lead Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024.
Thunder currently lead the WBBL table with 13 points and have won six of their last nine matches. However, Renegades are just one point behind, making this match crucial for both sides to secure a favorable position heading into the finals.
The Renegades were on a strong run, winning their last four matches. Their last victory The Hobart Hurricanes demonstrated its depth with outstanding performances from players such as Georgia Warehamhe scored 69 runs in that match. Thunder also showed resilience by winning their last match Melbourne Stars tense ending. Although they started poorly in that game, they were able to secure the win and will be looking to continue their momentum
Women’s Big Bash League 2024: MR-W vs ST-W
- Date and Time: November 23: 23:00 GMT / 10:00 local / 4:30 IST
- Location: Junction Oval, Melbourne
Junction Oval Pitch Report:
The Junction Oval in Melbourne is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball in the match between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder. Historically, this surface has favored bowlers, especially spinners, with first innings scores usually around 150-160 runs. Conditions will likely favor seam movement early, making it important to settle in before the batters accelerate their scores. As the match progresses, especially in the second half, the pitch may become more batting friendly, but bowlers who can maintain discipline and exploit any shift will have an advantage. Generally, the teams that win the toss can choose the cup first to take advantage of the early conditions.
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Goalkeeper: Nicole Faltum
- Pastries: Deandra Dottin, Phoebe LitchfieldGeorgia Voll
- Comprehensive: Chamari Athapaththu, Hayley Matthews, Georgia Wareham, Alice Capsey
- Bowler: Shabnim Ismail, Hannah Darlington, Sam Bates
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MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Option 1: Hayley Matthews (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)
Option 2: Deandra Dottin (c), Sam Bates (vc)
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Milly Illingworth, Tahlia Wilson, Courtney Webb, Taneale Peschel
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (22 November 2024, 23:00 GMT):
Teams:
Melbourne Renegades: Hayley Matthews (c), Courtney Webb, Alice Capsey, Naomi Stalenberg, Georgia Wareham, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum (wk), Sarah Coyte, Milly Illingworth, Charis Becker, Emma de Broughe, Georgia Prestwidge, Tara Norris
Sydney Thunder: Georgia Adams, Chamari Athapaththu, Sam Bates, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Saskia Horley, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield (c), Claire Moore, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson.
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