Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women Prediction & Match Preview – WBBL 2025

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Perth Scorchers Women arrive for this WBBL 2025 fixture under some pressure. Sophie Devine’s side were beaten by nine wickets by Sydney Thunder Women last time out, a game in which they failed to make the most of good batting conditions and found little joy with the ball. They also come up against an Adelaide team that has had the better of the head-to-head in the past, so a sharper display is needed.

The batting hopes rest largely on Beth Mooney, who has been in fine form this season, and her opening partner Katie Mack. Paige Scholfield is expected to hold the middle order together alongside Freya Kemp and Mikayla Hinkley, with Devine and Chloe Ainsworth lower down to push the scoring along. With the ball, Devine is expected to lead from the front, backed by Ainsworth, while Ruby Strange, Amy Edgar, Alana King and Lilly Mills share the middle-overs work.

Adelaide Strikers Women, captained by Tahlia McGrath, are looking to recover from a four-wicket loss to Hobart Hurricanes Women in which their batters could not post a competitive total. They are expected to bring back the opening pair of Laura Wolvaardt and Tammy Beaumont, with McGrath, Madeline Penna and Bridget Patterson in the middle order. Sophie Ecclestone and Megan Schutt should share the new ball, while Darcie Brown and Eleanor Larosa apply pressure in the middle overs. Adelaide have often performed well against Perth, which keeps this a close contest.

Probable playing XI

Perth Scorchers Women

Katie Mack
Beth Mooney
Paige Scholfield
Sophie Devine
Freya Kemp
Mikayla Hinkley
Chloe Ainsworth
Alana King
Ruby Strange
Lilly Mills
Amy Edgar

Adelaide Strikers Women

Tammy Beaumont
Laura Wolvaardt
Madeline Penna
Tahlia McGrath
Bridget Patterson
Ellie Johnston
Amanda-Jade Wellington
Sophie Ecclestone
Eleanor Larosa
Megan Schutt
Darcie Brown

Pitch report

The WACA surface in Perth is quick and true, with good carry for the seamers in the opening overs. It usually flattens out as the innings goes on, which lets batters hit through the line on a fast outfield. Spinners can find a little help in the middle overs, but pace is the bigger factor, and a strong start with bat or ball often shapes the contest.

Weather

Mostly cloudy skies with a chance of passing showers are forecast for the evening start, with temperatures around 22°C and a light breeze. If rain does arrive, a damp outfield and a slippery ball could test fielders and bowlers, though conditions should remain playable overall.

Expected scores

1st innings: 155–165
2nd innings: 150–160

Frequently asked questions

Where is Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women being played?

The 20th match of WBBL 2025 is scheduled for the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth on 22 November, with a 5:50 pm local start.

Which team does our preview favour?

We lean towards Perth Scorchers Women, helped by home conditions and good form from Beth Mooney, although Adelaide have a strong record against them.

What total should be competitive at the WACA?

We expect the side batting first to land somewhere between 155 and 165, with a chase of roughly 150 to 160 likely to be in range.

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