WBBL 2025 Challenger: SS-W vs PS-W head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

The Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W) will face the Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W) in the Challenger of WBBL 2025 at the North Sydney Oval on Thursday, December 11. The winner of this match will qualify for the Final.

The Sixers finished second on the points table with six wins and three losses from ten matches. They have been one of the most consistent sides this season and will be aiming to take one more step toward the trophy.

The Perth Scorchers ended the league stage in third place with six wins and four losses. They are entering this knockout match with confidence after their strong 28-run win over the Melbourne Stars in the previous round.

SS-W vs PS-W: Head-to-Head Records

• Matches Played: 23
  
• Sydney Sixers Won: 10
  
• Perth Scorchers Won: 12
• Tied: 1

SS-W vs PS-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at North Sydney Oval is generally excellent for batting, making it a high-scoring venue. The small boundaries help batters seek quick runs. Still, bowlers, particularly seamers, may get some early movement, and as the game progresses, it does tend to turn and sometimes grip for the spinners. Teams must therefore balance aggression with smart shot-making.

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SS-W vs PS-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W):

Ellyse Perry, Sophia Dunkley, Alyssa Healy (wk), Ashleigh Gardner (c), Amelia Kerr, Maitlan Brown, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Emma Manix-Geeves, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Cheatle

Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W):

Beth Mooney (wk), Katie Mack, Maddy Darke, Sophie Devine (c), Freya Kemp, Paige Scholfield, Chloe Ainsworth, Alana King, Lilly Mills, Ruby Strange, Amy Edgar