Match Preview – Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women( BH-W vs ST-W ), Dream11 Prediction, 18th Match, WBBL 2025. Who Will Win, On November 21, 2025

Match Details:

• Match: Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women( BH-W vs PS-W ), 18th Match, Women’s Big Bash League 2025
• Date and Time: November 21,  09:10 am GMT / 02:40 pm IST / 07:10 pm local time
• Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane

BH-W vs ST-W Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Sydney Thunder Women

Who will win the match? – Brisbane Heat Women

Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Preview:

Brisbane Heat Women( BH-W ) is set to face Sydney Thunder Women( ST-W ) in their 18th match during the Women’s Big Bash League 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the Allan Border Field on Friday, November 21.

Jess Jonassen’s side is still searching for momentum this season. Three straight defeats have left them under pressure, and their most recent loss—a 16-run setback against the Hobart Hurricanes Women—has made this upcoming match a must-win to keep their campaign alive. Jonassen will be counting on her senior players to step up and finally get some points on the board.

A strong start from Grace Harris and Charli Knott is crucial, as early wickets have been their biggest downfall so far. Jemimah Rodrigues showed some promise in the previous match, and she’ll need to anchor the middle order alongside Jonassen and Chinelle Henry. In the lower middle order, Nadine de Klerk and Georgia Redmayne have the hitting power to push the scoring rate when needed.

The bowling unit, however, has been their biggest concern. Lucy Hamilton and Sianna Ginger need to provide early breakthroughs to put the opposition under pressure. Jonassen must lead with control in the middle overs, supported by Nicola Hancock. Grace Harris and Charli Knott also have to lift their game in the supporting roles, as their inconsistent form has hurt the team so far.

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On the other hand, Phoebe Litchfield will be pleased with how her team bounced back in their last outing. After three consecutive losses, they delivered a commanding performance to beat the Perth Scorchers by nine wickets. With that confidence boost, they’ll be eager to build on their form and climb the points table.

Tahlia Wilson and Georgia Voll have been reliable at the top, and the team will once again look to them for a solid start. Litchfield herself played well in the previous match, and she’ll aim to steer the middle order with support from Chamari Athapaththu and Heather Knight. In the lower order, Anika Learoyd and Laura Harris are expected to provide finishing strength.

Their bowling attack was impressive in the last game. Shabnim Ismail and Samantha Bates will look to strike early again and set the tone. Taneale Peschel caused plenty of problems for the batters previously, and she’ll be key in the middle overs alongside Georgia Voll. Lucy Finn and Chamari Athapaththu add valuable depth to this balanced attack.

BH-W vs ST-W Possible Playing XI:

Brisbane Heat Women: Jess Jonassen (c), Charli Knott, Grace Harris, Jemimah Rodrigues, Chinelle Henry, Nadine de Klerk, Georgia Redmayne (wk), Mikayla Wrigley, Sianna Ginger, Nicola Hancock, Lucy Hamilton.

Sydney Thunder Women: Phoebe Litchfield (c), Tahlia Wilson (wk), Georgia Voll, Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Laura Harris, Anika Learoyd, Lucy Finn, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates.

BH-W vs ST-W Recent 5 Match Performance:

BH-W vs ST-W Head-To-Head Records:

Stats	Match	BH-W Won	ST-W Won	NR	Tied
Overall	23	13	10	0	0
Recent 5 Matches	5	4	1	0	0

BH-W vs ST-W Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

BH-W vs ST-W Pitch Report:

The pitch at Allan Border Field in Brisbane offers a good balance between bat and ball, making it an exciting venue for competitive cricket. Fast bowlers often get early assistance with a bit of seam and swing movement, especially under humid conditions. However, the bounce here is true and even, allowing batters to play their shots confidently once they settle in. As the game progresses, the surface tends to flatten out, favouring stroke makers and leading to some high-scoring contests. Spinners might find some grip during the middle overs if the pitch dries out, but overall, it remains a fair track. Typically, teams batting first aim for around 160–180 in T20s, as the pitch rewards good batting but still offers opportunities for disciplined bowling.

BH-W vs ST-W Weather Report:

A pleasant evening is expected at Allan Border Field on November 21 at 7:10 PM local time. Conditions should be mostly clear with temperatures hovering around 24°C, creating comfortable playing conditions. A light breeze may flow through the ground, but nothing that should trouble the players. With little cloud cover and no significant threat of rain, it looks like an ideal setting for cricket under the lights.

Batters to Watch (Recent Form):

Georgia Redmayne (BH-W)
9 Matches • 169 Runs • Avg 21.13 • SR 112.66
A dependable top-order batter, Redmayne brings stability and the ability to accelerate when needed.

Charli Knott (BH-W)
10 Matches • 141 Runs • Avg 15.67 • SR 106.01
Knott has chipped in with valuable runs and remains an important figure in the middle order.

Anika Learoyd (ST-W)
10 Matches • 244 Runs • Avg 40.67 • SR 110.9
One of the most in-form batters, Learoyd’s consistency and ability to build pressure-free innings make her a major threat.

Tahlia Wilson (ST-W)
10 Matches • 221 Runs • Avg 24.56 • SR 115.7
Wilson has been solid at the top, providing her team with reliable starts and steady scoring.

Bowlers to Watch (Recent Form):

Lucy Hamilton (BH-W)
10 Matches • 11 Wickets • Econ 6.28 • SR 17.27
Hamilton has led the attack with discipline and consistent wicket-taking ability.

Charli Knott (BH-W)
10 Matches • 9 Wickets • Econ 6.55 • SR 18.33
A vital all-rounder, Knott has provided important breakthroughs with her economical spells.

Samantha Bates (ST-W)
9 Matches • 11 Wickets • Econ 5.8 • SR 18.81
Bates remains a key bowler, known for her accuracy and ability to apply pressure in the middle overs.

Shabnim Ismail (ST-W)
6 Matches • 8 Wickets • Econ 7.08 • SR 17.37
The experienced pacer continues to make an impact with her pace and knack for timely wickets.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 145–165 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 130–150 runs

Key Notes:

Pitch behavior at Allan Border Field: Traditionally offers good carry and bounce early on, helping batters play through the line. As the innings progresses, the surface can slow slightly, making stroke-making a bit tougher.

Evening conditions (7:10 PM start): Cooler temperatures and light breeze expected. Dew generally isn’t a major factor here, but the ball can skid on a little under lights.

Brisbane Heat batting: Power hitters like Grace Harris and Georgia Redmayne can lift the scoring rate quickly if they settle in.

Sydney Thunder batting: In-form players such as Anika Learoyd and Tahlia Wilson provide solidity, but their lineup can slow down if early wickets fall.

Bowling matchup: Shabnim Ismail and Samantha Bates can tighten the powerplay and middle overs for Thunder, while Lucy Hamilton and Charli Knott can trouble batters with movement and variation.

Chasing factor: Teams batting second tend to find it slightly harder if wickets fall early, usually resulting in a chase around the 130–150 mark.

Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Full Squad:

Brisbane Heat Women: Lucinda Bourke, Charli Knott, Georgia Redmayne(w), Jess Jonassen(c), Chinelle Henry, Nadine de Klerk, Nicola Hancock, Mikayla Wrigley, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Bonnie Berry, Annie O Neil, Lauren Winfield-Hill.

Sydney Thunder Women: Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson(w), Phoebe Litchfield(c), Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Laura Harris, Lucy Finn, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates, Ella Briscoe, Em Arlott, Hasrat Gill