Sydney Sixers Women host Adelaide Strikers Women at North Sydney Oval in the 40th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2025, with both sides chasing playoff positions.
The Sixers are third on the table but lost their previous match to Melbourne Renegades Women by six wickets after a poor batting display. Ellyse Perry was the one batter to stand out and is expected to open alongside Sophia Dunkley. Captain Ashleigh Gardner, Alyssa Healy and Amelia Kerr need to produce more, while Maitlan Brown and Mady Villiers can finish innings. Lauren Cheatle and Brown lead the new-ball attack, with Kerr, Gardner, Villiers and Caoimhe Bray expected to shape the middle overs.
The Strikers are in a tougher spot. Their last game against Hobart Hurricanes ended in a rain-affected draw, leaving them fifth, and they have a poor record against the Sixers. Madeline Penna and Tammy Beaumont both batted well last time. Tahlia McGrath, Ellie Johnston and Bridget Patterson need to build partnerships, with Amanda-Jade Wellington and Tabatha Saville tasked with a fast finish. Sophie Ecclestone and Jemma Barsby open the bowling, with Darcie Brown and Eleanor Larosa in support.
On a flat surface with short boundaries, the first six overs will matter, and we expect the Sixers to come through.