WBBL 2025 Match 24: MS-W vs HH-W head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 continues into its Match No. 24, where Melbourne Stars Women against Hobart Hurricanes Women at the Junction Oval in Melbourne on Wednesday, November 26. Both are teams in positions of strength, which promises an exhilarating top-of-the-table clash.

The Melbourne Stars Women have had a decent season so far, winning three out of their five matches. They are in third place on the points table and will need another win to strengthen their position in qualifying for the next stage. With consistent performances from their star players, the Stars will try to capitalize on the conditions at home.

The Hobart Hurricanes Women are in a fine streak. With five wins from six matches, they are comfortably at the top of the table. Led by Elyse Villani, the Hurricanes have been quite dominant with both bat and ball. They will look to carry the excellent form and take one step towards making it to the knockouts.

MS-W vs HH-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

Matches Played: 21
Melbourne Stars Women Won: 7
Hobart Hurricanes Women Won: 13
No Result: 1

MS-W vs HH-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Junction Oval is generally batting-friendly with good bounce and helpful for stroke play. A threat of rain around the venue may make the surface a bit slower, and batters will need to be cautious before going for big shots. Bowlers who keep discipline and operate with variations may find success. Teams will have to adjust to any weather-related changes very quickly on this pitch.

MS-W vs HH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W):

Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland (C), Marizanne Kapp, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day

Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W):

Lizelle Lee (WK), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Elyse Villani (C), Rachel Trenaman, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith.