Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Prediction – WBBL 2025
Match summary
Our preview of Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women, 27th match of WBBL 2025 at Adelaide Oval: form, key players, likely XIs and pitch.
Match details
| Match | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women, 27th Match |
|---|---|
| Series | Women’s Big Bash League 2025 |
| Date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Start time | 8:10 am GMT / 6:40 pm local |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Status | Played |
| Our pick | Adelaide Strikers Women |
| Toss pick | Sydney Thunder Women |
Matches in this series
Match preview
Adelaide Strikers Women host Sydney Thunder Women at Adelaide Oval in the 27th match of WBBL 2025. The Strikers sit sixth after six matches with two wins, three losses and a washout, while the Thunder are seventh with two wins and four losses and a net run rate of minus 0.519.
The Strikers opened with a rain-affected washout against the Stars and a seven-wicket win over the Renegades, before narrow defeats to Perth Scorchers (twice) and Hobart Hurricanes. They then beat Brisbane Heat off the final ball. After the Heat were held to 169/5, Laura Wolvaardt and Tammy Beaumont each scored 51 in a chase of 170/4, and Amanda-Jade Wellington and Sophie Ecclestone bowled well. Darcie Brown has 10 wickets at an economy of 6.65.
The Thunder lost their first three games before beating Scorchers by nine wickets and the Heat by 41 runs, then lost to the Renegades by eight wickets. Anika Learoyd has made 238 runs at an average of 39.67, and Shabnim Ismail has nine wickets in six matches, with Samantha Bates on 12.
Strikers lead recent meetings 3–2. On a true pitch with a fast outfield, early wickets will be crucial to controlling the game.
Adelaide Oval is generally batter-friendly, with true bounce, consistent pace and a fast outfield that rewards timing. Seamers may find early movement with the new ball, after which the surface flattens. Spinners can get some turn or grip in the middle and later overs.
At 6:40 pm local time on 28 November, Adelaide is expected to be mild at around 16–18°C, partly cloudy or clear, with a gentle breeze. Dew may help the chasing side later.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 140–155 | – |
| Second innings | 130–150 | – |
Adelaide Strikers Women
Adelaide Strikers Women play at home and edge recent meetings 3–2, with Wolvaardt and Beaumont in form, so our preview backs them over a struggling Thunder side.
Toss pick: Sydney Thunder Women
FAQ
Who is favoured in Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women?
Our preview favours the Strikers, who are at home and lead recent meetings 3–2.
How are the teams placed on the table?
The Strikers have two wins, three losses and a washout from six matches (5 points, sixth), while the Thunder have two wins and four losses (4 points, seventh).
Who are the leading bowlers?
Darcie Brown has 10 wickets for the Strikers, and Samantha Bates has 12 wickets for the Thunder.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
Adelaide Strikers Women
- Laura Wolvaardt
- Tammy Beaumont
- Madeline Penna
- Tahlia McGrath
- Bridget Pattersonwk
- Ellie Johnston
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Jemma Barsby
- Eleanor Larosa
- Darcie Brown
Sydney Thunder Women
- Georgia Voll
- Tahlia Wilsonwk
- Phoebe Litchfield
- Heather Knight
- Anika Learoyd
- Laura Harris
- Em Arlott
- Hasrat Gill
- Taneale Peschel
- Shabnim Ismail
- Samantha Bates