Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades Women Prediction & Preview – WBBL 2025, 33rd Match

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Perth Scorchers Women host Melbourne Renegades Women at the WACA in the 33rd match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2025. Sophie Devine will be disappointed after a seven-wicket defeat to the Hobart Hurricanes Women, in which a competitive total went to waste because of a lacklustre bowling display. The Scorchers can take heart from their strong performances against the Renegades earlier this season.

Beth Mooney has been in good form at the top and will aim to put on a solid stand with Katie Mack, with Maddy Darke, Devine and Freya Kemp stabilising the middle order. Paige Scholfield, in fine touch, and Chloe Ainsworth provide late acceleration. Devine and Ainsworth will look to strike early, Ruby Strange and Amy Edgar must tighten their lines, and Alana King and Lilly Mills add support.

The Renegades have lost twice in a row. Georgia Wareham took over as captain against the Melbourne Stars Women because Sophie Molineux was injured, and the team went down by 45 runs. Courtney Webb and Deandra Dottin both fell cheaply, and Naomi Stalenberg, Alice Capsey and Wareham need to anchor the middle order, with Nicole Faltum and Tess Flintoff finishing. Charis Bekker and Milly Illingworth must provide early breakthroughs, while Issy Wong has been effective and Dottin, Capsey and Sarah Coyte need to back her up.

Probable playing XI

Perth Scorchers Women

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

Melbourne Renegades Women

Georgia Wareham (c)
Courtney Webb
Nicole Faltum (wk)
Naomi Stalenberg
Alice Capsey
Deandra Dottin
Tess Flintoff
Issy Wong
Sarah Coyte
Charis Bekker
Milly Illingworth

Pitch report

The WACA offers a batting-friendly surface with true bounce and consistent pace, suiting aggressive strokeplay. Fast bowlers can use the extra bounce early, but the pitch flattens as the innings goes on and lets batters accelerate. Spinners may get some help in the middle overs, though seamers have the larger influence. A fast outfield rewards well-timed shots.

Weather

Mostly sunny and warm conditions are expected in the evening, with temperatures around 24°C and clear skies with a few light clouds. No rain is forecast, and the outfield should be dry and quick.

Expected scores

1st innings: 150–170
2nd innings: 145–165

Frequently asked questions

Why did Melbourne Renegades Women have a new captain in their last game?

Georgia Wareham captained in the loss to Melbourne Stars Women because Sophie Molineux was injured.

How did Perth Scorchers Women last perform?

They lost by seven wickets to Hobart Hurricanes Women, with the bowling letting them down despite a competitive total.

Who does our preview pick?

We pick Perth Scorchers Women to win and also to win the toss.

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