WBBL 2023: Match 32, ST-W vs MS-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WBBL match between Sydney Thunder Women vs Melbourne Stars Women?

Sydney Thunder will look to extend their unbeaten streak of four matches when they take on a struggling Melbourne Stars side on Friday, November 10, in Sydney.

A win in this game will take Sydney to the top of the points table, and that will surely serve as added motivation. They have won five matches and lost one, while one game ended in a no result. Melbourne, on the other hand, are coming into this encounter on the back of three consecutive losses and have only two wins from eight games. These two sides met last week in Melbourne, and Sydney emerged victorious, chasing a 124-run target with nine wickets and 43 balls to spare.

ST-W vs MS-W Match Details

North Sydney Oval Pitch Report and Conditions

A lot of runs have been scored at the North Sydney Oval in this season of WBBL as the batters have enjoyed the even bounce. The ball has also come onto the bat very nicely, and that has made life difficult for bowlers at this venue. The highest score in this year's tournament was registered at this venue by Brisbane Heat last month. They scored 229/7 batting first against Perth Scorchers. In fact, only two first-innings totals in excess of 200 have been recorded so far this season, and both have come at this venue.

ST-W vs MS-W Head-to-Head Record:

ST-W vs MS-W Probable Playing XI

Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W)

Chamari Athapaththu, Tahlia Wilson (WK), Phoebe Litchfield, Heather Knight (C), Marizanne Kapp, Anika Learoyd, Claire Moore, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Hannah Darlington, Lauren Smith, Samantha Bates

Melbourne Stars Women (MS -W)

Meg Lanning (C), Sophia Dunkley, Alice Capsey, Annabel Sutherland, Maia Bouchier, Nicole Faltum (WK), Kim Garth, Rhys McKenna, Sasha Moloney, Sophie Day, Milly Illingworth

Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter:

Chamari Athapaththu (Sydney Thunder)

The experienced opener is second on the list of highest run-getters with 304 runs in six games at a staggering average of 50.67 and a blistering strike rate of 143.40. She has scored four half-centuries and has looked in sublime touch. She has given her team some fantastic starts, and Sydney captain Heather Knight would hope for more of the same from the southpaw.

Probable Best Bowler:

Sophie Day (Melbourne Stars)

The left-arm orthodox bowler is the second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 14 wickets in eight games at 14.29. She picked up a five-for against the Sydney Sixers in the last game. Her role in the middle overs is going to be crucial as she has the ability to pick up important wickets.

              Today's Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder Women to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.