In the 25th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2024 (WBBL), the Hobart Hurricanes will face off against the Adelaide Strikers this Wednesday at Bellerive Oval in Sydney.

The Hobart Hurricanes currently occupy 4th place on the WBBL points table with 6 points. They are coming off an impressive 72-run victory against the Perth Scorchers. On the other hand, the Adelaide Strikers are struggling at the bottom of the table with just 2 points. They are on a four-match losing streak, with their most recent defeat being a heavy 9-wicket loss to the Melbourne Renegades.

Women’s Big Bash League 2024: HB-W vs AS-W

• Date and Time: November 13: 7:10 am GMT / 6:10 pm local/ 12:40 pm IST
• Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Bellerive Oval Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

Bellerive Oval, once known for its slow and batter-friendly pitch conditions, has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. The revamped surface now offers a much more balanced contest between bat and ball, creating an even and competitive environment for players. Bowlers, who previously struggled to make an impact on the slower track, now find the pitch more responsive, with enough assistance to keep batters on their toes.

Similarly, batters are still able to play their shots, making it an ideal stage for thrilling, well-rounded cricket matches. This evolution has elevated the reputation of Bellerive Oval, making it a venue that truly tests the skills of all players.

HB-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Lizelle Lee
• Batters: Elyse Villani, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Laura Wolvaardt, Smriti Mandhana
• All-rounders: Tahlia McGrath, Heather Graham, Orla Prendergast
• Bowlers: Molly Strano, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington

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HB-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Tahlia McGrath (c), Elyse Villani (vc)
Choice 2: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Smriti Mandhana (vc)

HB-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Nicola Carey, Chloe Tryon, Katie Mack, Bridget Patterson

HB-W vs AS-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 13, 2024, 7:10 am GMT):

Squads:

Adelaide Strikers: Katie Mack, Smriti Mandhana, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Madeline Penna, Orla Prendergast, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Anesu Mushangwe, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa

Hobart Hurricanes: Lizelle Lee (wk), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nicola Carey, Elyse Villani (c), Heather Graham, Chloe Tryon, Kathryn Bryce, Molly Strano, Amy Smith, Lauren Smith, Callie Wilson, Zoe Cooke, Ruth Johnston

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