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AS-W vs BH-W Match Prediction [Source: @strikersbbl/instagram.com]
The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024 is set for an exciting start as defending champions Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W) lock horns with last year’s runners-up Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W) in a high-voltage tournament opener. The clash will take place at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday, October 27 and it will lay the foundation for another thrilling edition.
Adelaide Strikers Eye Hat-trick of Titles
Adelaide Strikers Women are high on confidence after a dream run last season which saw them top the league stage with 11 wins and just three losses before going onto clinch the title. Led by the versatile Tahlia McGrath, the Strikers will look to continue their golden run and kick off the campaign with a bang.
The Adelaide Strikers squad is laden with seasoned pros like Laura Wolvaardt, Megan Schutt, and Darcie Brown, who bring experience galore to the side. However, they will miss star batter Smriti Mandhana at the start as she’s currently on international duty. Despite that, the Strikers will be determined to hit the ground running and begin their quest for a third consecutive title.
Brisbane Heat Look for Sweet Revenge
Captained by Jess Jonassen, Brisbane Heat will be back with a vengeance. After falling short in last year’s final against the Strikers, they will be eager to change the script this time. With players like Lauren Winfield-Hill, Georgia Redmayne, and Laura Harris in their ranks, Heat will aim to turn the tables.
The Heat’s squad is stacked with all-rounders which is a luxury for any captain. While Jemimah Rodrigues is currently unavailable due to international duties, her arrival will only bolster the team’s strength. Brisbane will be determined to come out swinging as they look to deliver a knock-out punch right from the start.
How Will the Adelaide Oval Pitch Behave?
The Adelaide Oval is expected to offer plenty of runs and the surface here is one that favours both batters and pacers. Historically, chasing has been the winning mantra here, with teams opting to bowl first having won 16 times compared to only eight wins for those batting first. Pacers will need to mix it up and keep the batters guessing on this fast-paced surface.
AS-W vs BH-W: Predicted Toss Result
The captain winning the toss will be keen to field first, and they will look to put the opposition under pressure with early breakthroughs.
AS-W vs BH-W: Players To Watch Out For
Adelaide Strikers
Batters: Laura Wolvaardt
All-rounders: Tahlia McGrath, Orla Prendergast
Bowlers: Megan Schutt, Amanda Wellington
Brisbane Heat
Batters: Georgia Redmayne, Grace Harris
All-rounders: Jess Jonassen, Nadine de Klerk
Bowlers: Nicola Hancock
AS-W vs BH-W: Match Prediction
AS-W vs BH-W: Predicted Score
Predicted first innings score: 130-155
Predicted second innings score: 135-160
Predicted Result: The team bowling first will have an edge in this match.
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