Womens Big Bash League 2026 | 31-Oct-2026 10:10 AM | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
ADSW 185/2 (20)
MLSW 164/7 (20)
Adelaide Strikers Women won by 21 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Garth* | 13 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 144.44 |
| Carly Leeson | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sophie Ecclestone* | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Eleanor Larosa | 4 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 5.75 |
Last Wicket:Naomi Stalenberg c Eleanor Larosa b Sophie Ecclestone 32(25) - 151/7 in 18.4 ov.
Adelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women
Adelaide Strikers Women — Innings 1 (185/2 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Wolvaardt c Annabel Sutherland b Kim Garth | 70 | 50 | 9 | 0 | 140 | |
| Maia Bouchier c and b Annabel Sutherland | 30 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 142.86 | |
| Tahlia McGrath (c) not out | 43 | 36 | 6 | 0 | 119.44 | |
| Madeline Penna not out | 36 | 13 | 4 | 3 | 276.92 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 2 | Wides: 4 | Total: 6 | |||||
| Total | 185 | 2 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Bridget Patterson (wk), Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Ella Wilson, Anesu Mushangwe | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Garth | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.8 |
| Charlotte Dean | 4 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 6.2 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 4 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10 |
| Sophie Day | 3 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 11 |
| Maisy Gibson | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Danielle Gibson | 4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 11.8 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Laura Wolvaardt & Maia Bouchier | 59 | 43 |
| Laura Wolvaardt & Tahlia McGrath | 82 | 62 |
| Madeline Penna & Tahlia McGrath | 49 | 17 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maia Bouchier | 6.5 | 54 |
| 2 | Laura Wolvaardt | 17.1 | 136 |
Melbourne Stars Women — Innings 2 (164/7 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys McKenna b Sophie Ecclestone | 40 | 31 | 7 | 0 | 129.03 | |
| Meg Lanning (c) lbw b Amanda-Jade Wellington | 32 | 24 | 6 | 0 | 133.33 | |
| Amy Jones (wk) c Sophie Ecclestone b Amanda-Jade Wellington | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Annabel Sutherland c Maia Bouchier b Amanda-Jade Wellington | 29 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 152.63 | |
| Naomi Stalenberg c Eleanor Larosa b Sophie Ecclestone | 32 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 128 | |
| Danielle Gibson c Madeline Penna b Eleanor Larosa | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Charlotte Dean b Eleanor Larosa | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Kim Garth not out | 13 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 144.44 | |
| Carly Leeson not out | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80 | |
| Extras | Byes: 5 | LegByes: 1 | Wides: 5 | Total: 11 | |||||
| Total | 164 | 7 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Larosa | 4 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 5.8 |
| Anesu Mushangwe | 3 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 11.3 |
| Sophie Ecclestone | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.2 |
| Madeline Penna | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 10 |
| Tahlia McGrath | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Amanda-Jade Wellington | 4 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 7 |
| Ella Wilson | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Rhys McKenna & Meg Lanning | 77 | 51 |
| Rhys McKenna & Amy Jones | 2 | 3 |
| Rhys McKenna & Annabel Sutherland | 13 | 11 |
| Naomi Stalenberg & Annabel Sutherland | 32 | 23 |
| Naomi Stalenberg & Danielle Gibson | 3 | 5 |
| Naomi Stalenberg & Charlie Dean | 0 | 2 |
| Naomi Stalenberg & Kim Garth | 24 | 17 |
| Carly Leeson & Kim Garth | 13 | 8 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meg Lanning | 8.3 | 77 |
| 2 | Amy Jones | 8.6 | 79 |
| 3 | Rhys McKenna | 10.5 | 92 |
| 4 | Annabel Sutherland | 14.4 | 124 |
| 5 | Danielle Gibson | 15.3 | 127 |
| 6 | Charlotte Dean | 15.5 | 127 |
| 7 | Naomi Stalenberg | 18.4 | 151 |
Match Info
| Match | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women |
|---|---|
| Series | Womens Big Bash League 2026 |
| Time | 31-Oct-2026 10:10 AM |
| Venue | Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide South Australia |
| Seating Capacity | 5000 |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Adelaide Strikers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women (AS-W vs MEL-W)
Adelaide Strikers Women will face Melbourne Stars Women in a thrilling match on 31-Oct-2026 in Womens Big Bash League 2026. The match will be played at Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide at 10:10 AM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide Pitch Report for AS-W vs MEL-W Match 4 Match
The pitch of Kennington Oval has always been helpful for fast bowlers. The ball travels at a high speed and bounce on this ground, which can cause trouble to the batsmen initially. There is a high chance of swing and extra bounce with the new ball, which benefits the fast bowlers a lot in the initial overs.
Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in South Australia, AU will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 29°C on the match day with 19% humidity and 18.3 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Adelaide Strikers Women is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Melbourne Stars Women remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Womens Big Bash League 2026.
The pitch at Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Adelaide Strikers Women will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Melbourne Stars Women will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Adelaide Strikers Women batting and Melbourne Stars Women bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Adelaide Strikers Women showcase its strengths, or will Melbourne Stars Women pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 31-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
