WBBL 2023: Match 46, MR-W vs HB-W Match Prediction – Who will win today’s WBBL match between Melbourne Renegades Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women?

The Melbourne Renegades Women are gearing up for a match against the Hobart Hurricanes Women in the 46th Women's Big Bash League match at Junction Oval, Melbourne, this Sunday. 

The Melbourne Renegades have only won two out of eleven matches played and will be looking to salvage some pride in their upcoming match against Hobart Hurricanes women. Captain Hayley Matthews would be hoping for a strong performance from her team in both batting and bowling.

Hobart Hurricanes women, on the other hand, recently broke a five-match losing streak with a convincing eight-wicket victory over Melbourne Stars women. Captain Elyse Villani is looking for a disciplined performance from her team in all aspects of the game.

MR-W VS HB-W Match Details

Junction Oval, Melbourne Pitch Report

The wicket at Junction Oval is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball, with bright and sunny weather forecast for the day of the match. The Renegades have struggled at this venue, losing their last four matches played there. Both teams will be eager to win the toss, bat first, and post a competitive score of over 165 runs, as most matches at Junction Oval this season have been won by the team batting first.

MR-W vs HB-W Head-to-Head Record:

Probable Playing XI:

Melbourne Renegades Women (MR-W)

Tammy Beaumont, Hayley Matthews (c), Harmanpreet Kaur, Georgia Wareham, Jess Duffin, Courtney Webb, Josephine Dooley (wk), Emma de Broughe, Sarah Coyte, Georgia Prestwidge, Sara Kennedy

Hobart Hurricanes (HB-W)

Elyse Villani (c), Heather Graham, Lizelle Lee (wk), Bryony Smith, Nicola Carey, Naomi Stalenberg, Molly Strano, Amy Smith, Shabnim Ismail, Ruth Johnston, Hayley Silver-holmes

Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Hayley Matthews (Melbourne Stars)

In their previous match, Melbourne Renegades Women's captain, Hayley Matthews showed good form with the bat, scoring 46 runs off 28 balls. She will be aiming to continue her good form in the upcoming match as she has looked in decent touch so far in the tournament, both with bat and bowl.

Probable Best Bowler

Shabnim Ismail (Hobart Hurricanes)

Known for her brilliant pace and bounce, Shabnim Ismail has not been able to perform as per the expectation so far in the tournament. It has been a very mediocre season for her as per her standards and she would be looking to contribute to her team's success in the upcoming match.

                  Today's Match Prediction: Melbourne Renegades Women to win the Match

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