WBBL 2023: Match 40, AS-W vs ST-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WBBL match between Adelaide Strikers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women ?

Adelaide Strikers (AS) will take on Sydney Thunder (ST) in match 40 of the ongoing WBBL (Women’s Big Bash League) 2023 at Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide on Monday, November 15.

The Thunder and the Strikers are currently standing in second and third place in the point standings. The Thunder have suffered a defeat against Perth Scorchers in their previous game. Meanwhile, the Strikers fell short against Brisbane Heat in their most recent game.

AS-W vs ST-W Match Details:

Karen Rolton Oval Pitch Report and Conditions

The pitch at the Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide assists batters in both the innings. The pacers will not get much assistance in the initial stages of the game. Meanwhile, the spinners have to bowl tight lengths to provide crucial breakthroughs for their sides.

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

AS-W vs ST-W Probable Playing XI

Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W):

Katie Mack, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Madeline Penna, Danielle Gibson, Georgia Adams, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Anesu Mushangwe 

Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W):

Chamari Athapaththu, Tahlia Wilson (wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Marizanne Kapp, Anika Learoyd, Claire Moore, Sammy-Jo Johnson (c), Hannah Darlington, Lauren Smith, Lauren Bell, Samantha Bates 

Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Chamari Athapaththu (Sydney Thunder-W):

Chamari Athapaththu is the leading run-scorer of the side in the ongoing tournament. She has accumulated 331 runs from nine games at an average of 41.37 and a strike rate of 138.49. She has been excellent with the bat as well, having picked up a total of five wickets at an impressive economy rate of 6.65.

Amanda-Jade Wellington (Adelaide Strikers-W):

Amanda-Jade Wellington could be the best bowler during the clash between Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder. She is the team’s leading wicket-taker, with 14 wickets to her name. 

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first 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 decisions.