Match Preview – Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women( SS-W vs MS-W ), Dream11 Prediction, 17th Match, WBBL 2025. Who Will Win, On November 20, 2025

Match Details:

• Match: Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women( SS-W vs MS-W ), 17th Match, Women’s Big Bash League 2025
• Date and Time: November 20,  08:10 am GMT / 01:40 pm IST / 07:10 pm local time
• Venue: North Sydney Oval, Sydney

SS-W vs MS-W Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Sydney Sixers Women

Who will win the match? – Melbourne Stars Women

Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women Preview:

Sydney Sixers Women( SS-W ) is set to face Melbourne Stars Women( MS-W ) in their 17th match during the Women’s Big Bash League 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the North Sydney Oval on Thursday, November 20.

Ashleigh Gardner and her team produced an impressive performance in their previous match against the Sydney Thunder Women. Their bowlers were outstanding, defending a modest total and securing a 24-run win. While the bowling unit looks in good rhythm, Gardner will be hoping for a stronger batting display this time to climb further up the points table.

Sophia Dunkley looked in good touch in the last outing and will aim to set the tone again alongside Ellyse Perry. Gardner, Alyssa Healy, and Maitlan Brown will need to build solid partnerships through the middle overs, while Erin Burns and Mady Villiers—both capable of clearing the ropes—must step up and finish well down the order.

The bowlers will take plenty of confidence from their last performance. Lauren Cheatle and Maitlan Brown delivered with the new ball and will look to continue that momentum. Caoimhe Bray, who claimed four wickets in the previous match, will again be crucial in the middle overs along with Perry. Villiers and Gardner will also play key supporting roles with the ball.

On the other side, Annabel Sutherland’s team desperately needs to get its campaign back on track. They suffered a four-wicket loss to the Melbourne Renegades Women and have only one win from three games so far. Their batting has been inconsistent, and Sutherland will be expecting a much stronger effort from her lineup.

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Meg Lanning remains the standout batter and will be responsible for giving her team a solid start alongside Rhys McKenna. Sutherland will need to anchor the middle order and build partnerships with Amy Jones and Marizanne Kapp. Down the order, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, and Sasha Moloney are all capable of providing quick runs when required.

With the ball, the Stars face a significant test. Kim Garth and Marizanne Kapp will be crucial up front as they look for early wickets. Maisy Gibson and Rhys McKenna were expensive in the last game and must tighten up their spells. Sutherland, Moloney, and Sophie Day add important depth and variety to the attack.

SS-W vs MS-W Possible Playing XI:

Sydney Sixers Women: Ellyse Perry, Sophia Dunkley, Alyssa Healy(w), Ashleigh Gardner(c), Erin Burns, Maitlan Brown, Mady Villiers, Mathilda Carmichael, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Cheatle, Lauren Kua.

Melbourne Stars Women: Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones(w), Annabel Sutherland(c), Marizanne Kapp, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day.

SS-W vs MS-W Recent 5 Match Performance:

SS-W vs MS-W Head-To-Head Records:

Stats	Match	SS-W Won	MS-W Won	NR	Tied
Overall	20	10	10	0	0
Recent 5 Matches	5	2	3	0	0

SS-W vs MS-W Toss Prediction:

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

SS-W vs MS-W Pitch Report:

The pitch at North Sydney Oval is known for offering excellent batting conditions, especially once players get their eye in. Early on, pacers can find a bit of movement with the new ball, but the surface soon settles into a true batting wicket with consistent bounce. The shorter boundaries make stroke play rewarding, allowing batters to score freely once they’re set. Spinners might find some assistance in the middle overs as the pitch wears slightly, but overall, it remains favorable for batters throughout the game. Teams batting first typically aim for a total in the range of 160–175 runs, though chasing has also proven successful here, particularly in evening matches when a touch of dew helps the ball come onto the bat nicely.

SS-W vs MS-W Weather Report:

The weather at North Sydney Oval around 7:10 PM is expected to be cool and cloudy, with temperatures sitting near 19°C and overcast skies settling in for the evening. While rain isn’t likely right at the start time, showers could develop later in the night, which teams will need to keep in mind. The rising humidity increases the chance of dew forming, potentially making conditions friendlier for batters as the match progresses. Bowlers may get some assistance early due to the cloud cover, but as the evening wears on, the ball could become harder to grip, giving an edge to the chasing side.

Batters to Watch (Recent Form):

Ellyse Perry (SS-W): A consistent anchor for the Sixers, Perry has scored 194 runs in 6 matches at an average of 38.8 and a strike rate of 115.47, providing stability at the top.

Sophia Dunkley (SS-W): In explosive touch this season, Dunkley has 110 runs from just 3 innings, averaging 55 with a strong 135.8 strike rate, making her a genuine threat in the powerplay.

Meg Lanning (MS-W): The Stars’ batting spearhead has amassed 303 runs in 10 matches, averaging 33.67 at a brisk 129.48 strike rate, offering both class and control.

Annabel Sutherland (MS-W): A dependable contributor in the middle order, Sutherland has 128 runs in 6 matches, maintaining a 118.51 strike rate, capable of shifting momentum late in the innings.

Bowlers to Watch (Recent Form):

Ashleigh Gardner (SS-W): One of the Sixers’ biggest match-winners, Gardner has claimed 13 wickets in 6 games with an excellent 6.44 economy and a deadly 10.53 strike rate.

Caoimhe Bray (SS-W): Strong and consistent, Bray also has 13 wickets in 8 matches, operating at a 6.72 economy, making her a key middle-overs weapon.

Sasha Moloney (MS-W): For the Stars, Moloney has picked up 6 wickets in 5 games with a tidy 5.37 economy, often building pressure through tight spells.

Kim Garth (MS-W): Garth brings control and discipline, taking 6 wickets in 6 matches at 6.07 economy, useful in both the powerplay and death overs.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings: 155–170 runs

2nd Innings: 145–165 runs

Key Notes:

Pitch Behavior: North Sydney Oval generally offers true bounce and a good batting surface, but evening matches often bring thicker cloud cover, helping bowlers early on.

Dew Factor: Around 7 PM onward, humidity rises, increasing the chance of dew. This makes the ball skid on, giving a small advantage to the chasing side.

Sixers Strengths: Ellyse Perry and Sophia Dunkley provide a strong top order, while Gardner’s and Bray’s wicket-taking form can keep runs in check.

Stars Strengths: Meg Lanning anchors the Stars’ batting, and their bowling trio of Moloney, Garth, and Sutherland can bowl tight overs in the middle phase.

Toss Impact: Teams may prefer chasing, expecting better batting conditions later in the night.

Sydney Sixers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women Full Squad:

Sydney Sixers Women: Alyssa Healy, Amelia Kerr, Ashleigh Gardner, Caoimhe Bray, Courtney Sippel, Ellyse Perry (c), Elsa Hunter, Lauren Cheatle, Mady Villiers, Maitlan Brown, Sophia Dunkley

Melbourne Stars Women: Annabel Sutherland(c), Amy Jones(w), Sophie Day, Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Georgia Prestwidge, Ella Hayward, Sophie Reid, Maisy Gibson, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Marizanne Kapp, Sasha Moloney.