Sydney Thunder Women vs Perth Scorchers Women, WBBL 2024: Lotus365 Match Prediction & Betting Tips

Match Overview The top-of-the-table Sydney Thunder Women (STW) will take on sixth-placed Perth Scorchers Women (PRSW) in the 24th match of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024 at Drummoyne Oval, Sydney, on November 12, 2024. Sydney Thunder, with four wins in five games, is looking to continue its winning streak, while Perth Scorchers, coming off a disappointing 72-run defeat against the Hurricanes, are aiming for a comeback. Both teams were eliminated at the eliminator stage in the previous season, and this match will be crucial for their playoff aspirations.

Sydney Thunder Women Match Preview Sydney Thunder Women have recovered well from their opening loss, winning four consecutive games with strong performances, particularly when batting first. Key players like Chamari Athapaththu and Heather Knight have shown consistency with the bat, while Samantha Bates leads the bowling attack with 15 wickets in five games, making her the season’s top wicket-taker. Thunder’s approach of scoring big and defending has been effective, as seen in their 64-run win over Adelaide Strikers Women.

• Key Players: Chamari Athapaththu, Phoebe Litchfield, Heather Knight, Samantha Bates

Predicted Playing XI: Chamari Atapattu, Hannah Darlington, Shabnim Ismail, Sammy Jo Johnson, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield, Taneale Peschel, Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson, Samantha Bates

Perth Scorchers Women Match Preview Despite a powerful lineup, including stars like Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine, Perth Scorchers Women have struggled with consistency. Their recent 72-run loss to Hobart Hurricanes showcased vulnerabilities in both batting and bowling. Batters like Beth Mooney (averaging 35.67 with a 134.87 strike rate) and bowlers like Alana King (19 wickets at 6.95 economy) need to step up to overcome Thunder’s formidable lineup.

• Key Players: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine (c), Alana King, Dayalan Hemalatha

Predicted Playing XI: Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine (c), Chloe Piparo, Dayalan Hemalatha, Amy Jones, Mikayla Hinkley, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Amy Louise Edgar, Lilly Mills, Ebony Hoskin

Weather and Pitch Report The weather in Sydney on match day is partly cloudy with a high of 24°C. Drummoyne Oval’s pitch favors teams batting first, with moderate assistance for bowlers later in the innings.

Lotus365 Match Prediction With confidence riding high on Sydney Thunder Women’s recent form and Perth Scorchers Women’s struggles, we predict that Sydney Thunder Women will defeat Perth Scorchers Women. Check more sports insights and updates on Lotus365 and get the best odds for WBBL matches. credits-https://www.thetopbookies.com/betting-tips/cricket/stw-vs-prsw-12-Nov-2024