WBBL 2023 – Game 40, Strikers v Thunder Preview

Nov 14, 2023

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The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) is gearing up for another exciting clash as Adelaide Strikers Women face off against Sydney Thunder Women at Karen Rolton Oval on November 15, 2023.

Adelaide Strikers Women have secured victories in four of their last five matches, showcasing their dominant run in the tournament. Sydney Thunder Women have displayed commendable form, winning three out of their last five matches.

In the last five encounters, the Strikers have won three matches against the Thunder. However, the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket keeps the Thunder in contention.

Adelaide Strikers Women’s opening batter, Katie Mack, has been in phenomenal form, amassing 361 runs in ten matches with an impressive average of 36.1 and a striking strike rate of 125.34. Tahlia McGrath adds stability to the Strikers’ lineup with 212 runs, emphasising her role in anchoring the innings.

In the bowling department, Amanda-Jade Wellington and Megan Schutt have been pivotal for them, each claiming 15 wickets in ten matches. Their efficiency is underscored by Wellington’s economy of 6.52 and Schutt’s 6.72.

Sydney Thunder Women’s Chamari Athapaththu has been a powerhouse, accumulating 331 runs at an outstanding average of 41.38 and a scintillating strike rate of 138.49. Tahlia Wilson, with an average of 42.17, is a key player, providing strength to the Thunder’s middle order.

For them, Hannah Darlington leads the wicket-taking charts with 18 scalps at a good economy of 7.94 and a strike strike rate of 11.33. Marizanne Kapp, though with fewer wickets, brings valuable experience with an economy of 7.86.

Karen Rolton Oval offers support for both batters and bowlers. Batters will need to have patience initially due to some assistance for the bowlers. The pitch is expected to provide true bounce, enabling well-set batters to capitalize on favourable conditions. Bowlers, particularly seamers, will find assistance early on in the innings with potential movement off the pitch. Spinners could come into play as the match progresses, exploiting any turn-on offer.

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