Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women – Match Preview – 22 November 2025

Match Details

• Teams: Perth Scorchers Women (PSW) vs Adelaide Strikers Women (ASW)
• Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
• Venue: Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth
• Start Time: 09:50 AM GMT | 03:20 PM IST | 05:50 PM Local Time
• Tournament: Women’s Big Bash League 2025/26
• Broadcast: Star Sports Network and JioHotstar

Current Form

Perth Scorchers Women

Perth Scorchers are currently placed fourth in the WBBL 2025/26 standings, having won two of their five matches so far. Key performers include:

• Katie Mack: The left-handed opener has scored 153 runs at an average of 38.25.
• Beth Mooney (wk): The wicketkeeper-batter has contributed 156 runs at an average of 31.2.
• Sophie Devine (c): The captain has been instrumental with the ball, taking five wickets at an average of 27.8.

Despite their mid-table position, Scorchers have a strong batting lineup and the potential to rise in the standings with a win.

Adelaide Strikers Women

Adelaide Strikers, on the other hand, are currently sixth in the table, having won only one of their four games. Key performers include:

• Laura Wolvaardt: The top-order batter is the team’s leading run-scorer with 101 runs at an average of 50.5.
• Darcie Brown: The pacer has been the standout bowler with eight wickets at an average of 11.62 and an economy of 6.20.
• Tahlia McGrath (c): The captain is expected to provide leadership with both bat and ball.

Despite their poor form, Adelaide have a history of performing well in this fixture and are expected to challenge Perth in this match.

Head-to-Head

• Matches Played: 23
• Won by Perth Scorchers Women: 7
• Won by Adelaide Strikers Women: 14
• No Result / Tied: 2
• Last Five Matches: Adelaide Strikers have won 4 out of 5 matches against Perth Scorchers

The Strikers hold a psychological edge over the Scorchers in this rivalry and will be aiming to extend their dominance.

Venue Insights – Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth

• Pitch Conditions: The pitch is known for offering good bounce and pace, favoring seamers in the first half of the innings. Spinners can also find assistance if they get the length right.
• Average 1st Innings Score (2022–2025):
  • 126.0 (2022), 155.3 (2023), 136.0 (2024), 109.0 (2025)
• Winning Percentage:
  • Batting First: 53%
  • Batting Second: 47%

The toss may play a crucial role in this match, as the venue offers varied conditions depending on the stage of the innings.

Squads

Perth Scorchers Women (PSW)

1. Katie Mack
2. Beth Mooney (wk)
3. Chloe Ainsworth
4. Maddy Darke
5. Amy Edgar
6. Ebony Hoskin
7. Freya Kemp
8. Alana King
9. Sophie Devine (c)
10. Mikayla Hinkley
11. Shay Manolini
12. Lilly Mills
13. Chloe Piparo
14. Paige Scholfield
15. Ruby Strange

Adelaide Strikers Women (ASW)

1. Tammy Beaumont
2. Laura Wolvaardt
3. Madeline Penna
4. Jemma Barsby
5. Darcie Brown
6. Sophie Ecclestone
7. Ellie Johnston
8. Eleanor Larosa
9. Anesu Mushangwe
10. Maddie Penna
11. Megan Schutt
12. Tabatha Saville
13. Amanda-Jade Wellington
14. Ella Wilson
15. Bridget Patterson (wk)
16. Tahlia McGrath (c)

Key Matchups and Fantasy Picks

Batting Battle

• Beth Mooney (PSW) vs Laura Wolvaardt (ASW)
  Both are top-order batters who can anchor the innings and accelerate when needed. Their ability to score quickly could be the key to their team’s success.

Bowling Impact

• Sophie Devine (PSW) vs Darcie Brown (ASW)
  Devine is a versatile all-rounder with the ability to break partnerships. Brown, with her eight wickets, has been Adelaide’s most consistent bowler and could be the match-winner.

Fantasy Pick of the Match

• Darcie Brown (ASW) – Expected to take crucial wickets and maintain a tight economy rate.

Weather and Conditions

• Expected Weather: Clear skies with no significant rain threat.
• Temperature: Moderate, ideal for batting.
• Pitch Behavior: Seamers and spinners can find assistance, depending on the length and line.

Match Prediction

• Toss Prediction: Perth Scorchers Women
• Winning Team Prediction: Adelaide Strikers Women
• Target Prediction: 150–165
• Man of the Match: Darcie Brown (Adelaide Strikers Women)

Despite Perth's recent form and strong batting lineup, Adelaide's historical edge and consistent performance in this fixture make them the favorites. However, the toss and the early stages of the innings will be crucial in determining the outcome.

Fantasy Tips

• Captain/Vice-Captain: Beth Mooney (c) and Tahlia McGrath (vc)
• Must-Pick Players: Beth Mooney, Laura Wolvaardt, Darcie Brown, Sophie Devine
• Bench Players: Freya Kemp, Eleanor Larosa, Megan Schutt

Fantasy players are advised to focus on players who can deliver all-round impact, particularly in batting and bowling roles.
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