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The highly anticipated clash between the Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder is set to take place on November 23, 2024, at the Junction Oval, Melbourne. The match is crucial for both teams as they vie for top position in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024.
Thunder currently lead the WBBL table with 13 points, having won six out of their last nine matches. Whereas, Renegades are just one point behind, making this match pivotal for both sides in securing a favourable position heading into the finals.
The Renegades have been on a strong run, winning their last four matches. Their recent victory against Hobart Hurricanes showcased their depth, with standout performances from players like Georgia Wareham, who scored 69 runs in that match. Thunder have also shown resilience, winning their last match against Melbourne Stars in a tense finish. Despite a shaky start in that game, they managed to secure the win and are looking to continue their momentum
Women’s Big Bash League 2024: MR-W vs ST-W
- Date and Time: November 23: 11 pm GMT / 10:00 am local/ 4:30 am IST
- Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne
Junction Oval Pitch Report:
The pitch at Junction Oval in Melbourne is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball during the match between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder. Historically, this surface has favoured bowlers, particularly spinners, with the average first-innings score typically around 150-160 runs. The conditions are likely to support seam movement early on, making it crucial for batters to settle in before accelerating their scoring. As the match progresses, the pitch may become more conducive to batting, especially in the second half, but bowlers who can maintain discipline and exploit any turn will have an advantage. Overall, teams winning the toss may opt to bowl first to take advantage of the early conditions.
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Nicole Faltum
- Batters: Deandra Dottin, Phoebe Litchfield, Georgia Voll
- All-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Hayley Matthews, Georgia Wareham, Alice Capsey
- Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Hannah Darlington, Sam Bates
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MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Hayley Matthews (c), Chamari Athapaththu (vc)
Choice 2: Deandra Dottin (c), Sam Bates (vc)
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Milly Illingworth, Tahlia Wilson, Courtney Webb, Taneale Peschel
MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 22, 2024, 11:00 pm GMT):
Squads:
Melbourne Renegades: Hayley Matthews (c), Courtney Webb, Alice Capsey, Naomi Stalenberg, Georgia Wareham, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum (wk), Sarah Coyte, Milly Illingworth, Charis Bekker, Emma de Broughe, Georgia Prestwidge, Tara Norris
Sydney Thunder: Georgia Adams, Chamari Athapaththu, Sam Bates, Hannah Darlington, Sienna Eve, Saskia Horley, Shabnim Ismail, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield (c), Claire Moore, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
