Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers Women Prediction & Match Preview – WBBL 2025
Match summary
Sydney Sixers Women won by 1 run: Sydney Sixers Women 173/4 (20 ov), Adelaide Strikers Women 172/7 (20 ov). Player of the match: Ellyse Perry.
Our preview of Sydney Sixers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women in WBBL 2025: team news, probable XIs, North Sydney Oval pitch and expected scores.
Match details
| Match | Sydney Sixers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women, 40th Match |
|---|---|
| Series | Women’s Big Bash League 2025 |
| Date | 7 Dec 2025 |
| Start time | 10:40 am local |
| Venue | North Sydney Oval, Sydney |
| Status | Result |
| Result | Sydney Sixers Women won by 1 run |
| Player of the match | Ellyse Perry |
| Our pick | Sydney Sixers Women ✓ |
| Toss pick | Adelaide Strikers Women |
Matches in this series
Match preview
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.
North Sydney Oval is known as a batting-friendly ground, with a flat surface, consistent bounce, a quick outfield and fairly short boundaries. Seamers may find a little movement with the new ball, but batting gets easier once it passes. Spinners get little turn, so variations and tight lines matter in the middle overs.
The morning is expected to be mostly cloudy and dry at around 20–22°C, comfortable for the start. Showers are forecast for later in the afternoon, so rain could be a factor as the day goes on.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 145–160 | 173/4 (20 ov) |
| Second innings | 135–155 | 172/7 (20 ov) |
Sydney Sixers Women
The Sixers sit third and have the stronger line-up and record in this fixture, while the Strikers must win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Toss pick: Adelaide Strikers Women
FAQ
Which team is favoured in Sydney Sixers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women?
Our preview picks Sydney Sixers Women, who are third on the table and hold a strong record against the Strikers.
What is at stake for Adelaide Strikers?
They are fifth and need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive after a rain-affected draw against Hobart Hurricanes.
Could rain affect the match?
The morning should be dry, but showers are forecast for later in the afternoon.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
Sydney Sixers Women
- Ashleigh Gardner
- Ellyse Perry
- Sophia Dunkley
- Alyssa Healy
- Maitlan Brown
- Amelia Kerr
- Mady Villiers
- Emma Manix-Geeves
- Erin Burns
- Caoimhe Bray
- Lauren Cheatle
Adelaide Strikers Women
- Tahlia McGrath
- Tammy Beaumont
- Madeline Penna
- Ellie Johnston
- Bridget Patterson
- Amanda-Jade Wellington
- Tabatha Saville
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Jemma Barsby
- Eleanor Larosa
- Darcie Brown