Women’s Big Bash League 2019: Match 12, Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 12th match of the 2019 Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) will be played between Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades at the Blacktown International Sportspark in Sydney, Australia.

The match starts at 7:00 PM local time (8:00 AM GMT) (1:30 PM IST). The game will be live on Sony Six and Sony Six HD in India. Live streaming available on Sony LIV.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

The Sydney Thunder Women will take the field after a six-day break in the ongoing Women’s Big Bash League on Saturday. They will face the Melbourne Renegades who have won out of the three matches so far. The Thunder didn’t get off to a good start losing to the Sydney Sixers. But they hit back well defeating the defending champions Brisbane Heat.

The teenager Phoebe Litchfield has hogged the limelight after scoring a half-century in the Thunder’s previous game and she will once again be in the focus. The Renegades, on the other hand, will be keen to continue their winning momentum having won against the Adelaide Strikers and the Perth Scorchers comfortably.

Weather Condition/Report:

Amidst the dark clouds, this match might just miss the heavy rain which is in the forecast on Saturday. Sydney will experience a gloomy day in the lead up to the game but it is expected to be clear just in time for the game. The temperature will hover around 21-25 Degrees Celsius according to AccuWeather.

Pitch Report:

This is the first time, a WBBL game will take place at the venue. Last year too, a game was scheduled at the Blacktown International Sportspark but it got washed out due to rain. This time around though, the game is expected to go ahead without any interruptions. There is no information about how the pitch will behave and the teams might play safe and field first after winning the toss.

Injury and Availability Updates:

Rachel Trenaman has been given time off to prepare for year 12 exams and young Tahlia Wilson replaces her in the Sydney Thunder squad.

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

Sydney Thunder Women

Naomi Stalenberg, Rachel Priest (WK), Rachel Haynes (C), Alex Blackwell, Phoebe Litchfield, Nida Dar, Hannah Darlington, Rene Farrell, Lisa Griffith, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates.

Bench – Saskia Horley, Kate Peterson, Tahlia Wilson

Melbourne Renegades Women

Sophie Molineux, Danielle Wyatt, Tammy Beaumont, Claire Koski, Jessica Duffin (C), Courtney Webb, Josephine Dooley (WK), Maitlan Brown, Georgia Wareham, Molly Strano, Lea Tahuhu.

Bench – Carly Leeson, Makinley Blows, Erica Kershaw, Courtney Neale.

Top Picks:

Sophie Molineux and Danielle Wyatt open the innings and also bowl almost 8 overs between them. Both of them are exceptional cricketers and they should be picked in your Dream11 Fantasy side. The likes of Strano, Tahuhu, Brown are also crucial.

Phoebe Litchfield is expected to be consistent for the Thunder while Alex Blackwell’s experience is also important. Rachel Haynes could also be a decent pick but she needs to score runs at a better strike-rate. Samantha Bates is an exciting bowler who can pick wickets in a heap.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options: Sophie Molineux, Danielle Wyatt, Tammy Beaumont

Vice-Captain: Phoebe Litchfield, Alex Blackwell, Molly Strano

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Rachel Priest

Batters – Alex Blackwell, Phoebe Litchfield, Tammy Beaumont

All-Rounders – Nida Dar, Danielle Wyatt (C), Sophie Molineux (VC)

Bowlers – Samantha Bates, Molly Strano, Lea Tahuhu, Maitlan Brown.

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Rachel Priest

Batters – Tammy Beaumont (C), Phoebe Litchfield (VC), Jessica Duffin, Rachel Haynes

All-Rounders – Hannah Darlington, Danielle Wyatt, Sophie Molineux

Bowlers – Rene Farrell, Shabnim Ismail, Molly Strano.

Expert Advice:

Maitlan Brown bowled only two overs in the previous match and conceded 25 runs. But she is a very good bowler and should be back to picking wickets in this match. Picking her in your Dream11 Fantasy side is a wise option.

Probable Winners:

Expect Melbourne Renegades to win this encounter.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.