WBBL 2024, Match 3 | PS-W vs MS-W Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

PS-W vs MS-W Preview [Source: @scorchersbbl, @starsbbl/instagram.com]

Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W) will take on Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) in Match 3 of the Women’s Big Bash League 2024 on Sunday, October 27 at the W.A.C.A Ground in Perth. Two Aussie powerhouses Beth Mooney and Annabel Sutherland will lead the Scorchers and the Stars respectively.

PS-W vs MS-W: Match Details And Live Streaming

PS-W vs MS-W Preview: Scorchers Aim For Fresh Start with New Faces in Season Opener

The Scorchers Women finished second in the league stage and reached the Challenger of the last edition where they were outclassed by Brisbane Heat. For the season opener, Scorchers could have three new faces making their debut on Sunday. Carly Leeson, Ebony Hoskin, and Ni Made Putri Suwandewi are all in the reckoning.

Skipper Sophie Devine and Indian star Hemalatha Dayalan are both in India for an ODI series, but they’re expected back for the next clash against the Melbourne Renegades on November 2. Last year’s top run-scorer, Beth Mooney will be stepping up as captain for the opener, with Amy Edgar and Chloe Ainsworth also making the squad after recovering from minor injuries earlier this month. The Scorchers will look to start the tournament on a winning note.

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PS-W vs MS-W Preview: Stars Eye Redemption Under Sutherland's Captaincy

The Stars Women had a dismal time last time around as they finished seventh with six wins and eight defeats. The club could see some exciting debuts from experienced Marizanne Kapp, Maisy Gibson, Hasrat Gill, and Ines McKeon.

Annabel Sutherland is all set to captain the side for the first time since being named captain. She’ll be joined by players like Meg Lanning, Kim Garth, Tess Flintoff, and Sophie Day, among other thrilling names in the squad. Sutherland’s women will look to kick-off things with a win.

PS-W vs MS-W Pitch Report: WACA Offers Pace, Bounce and Runs for the Taking

The WACA pitch is famous for its pace and bounce The outfield is lightning-fast with runs coming thick and fast. However, in recent years, the surface has become flatter which has resulted in brilliant batting conditions. Pacers will look to utilize the new ball to make the most of the bounce and carry. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.

PS-W vs MS-W: Key Players And Stats

• Beth Mooney: 557 runs in 15 matches in WBBL 2023, Average: 50.64, SR: 143.18
• Amy Jones: 262 runs in 13 matches in WBBL 2024, Average: 26.20, SR: 151.44
• Annable Sutherland: 288 runs in 14 matches, Average: 22.15, SR: 118.03, 23 wickets, ER: 7.13
• Meg Lanning: 284 runs in 11 matches, Average: 28.40, SR: 120.33
• Amy Edgar: 20 wickets in 15 matches, Average: 16.10, ER: 6.75
• Sophie Day: 27 wickets in 14 matches, Average: 12.48, ER: 6.87

PS-W vs MS-W: Probable Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers Women’s Probable XI: Beth Mooney (c), Amy Jones (wk), Chloe Piparo, Mikayla Hinkley, Amy Edgar, Carly Leeson, Alana King, Stella Campbell, Ebony Hoskin, Chloe Ainsworth, Ni Made Putri Suwandewi

Melbourne Stars Women’s Probable XI: Annabel Sutherland (c), Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Kim Garth, Tess Flintoff, Sophie Reid (wk), Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day, Sasha Moloney, Ines McKeon, Rhys McKenna

PS-W vs MS-W: Winner Prediction

Considering the overall team composition and home advantage, Perth Scorchers Women are the favourites to win the clash.

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