Womens Big Bash League 2026 | 29-Oct-2026 01:40 PM | Junction Oval
MLSW 192/4 (20)
HBHW 174/8 (20)
Melbourne Stars Women won by 18 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinelle Henry* | 11 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 100 |
| Molly Strano | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annabel Sutherland* | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 8.5 |
| Danielle Gibson | 3 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 8.33 |
Last Wicket:Lauren Smith st Amy Jones b Danielle Gibson 5(3) - 168/8 in 19.2 ov.
Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women
Melbourne Stars Women — Innings 1 (192/4 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhys McKenna c Ruth Johnston b Chinelle Henry | 13 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 130 | |
| Meg Lanning (c) lbw b Heather Graham | 71 | 52 | 10 | 0 | 136.54 | |
| Amy Jones (wk) run out (Lizelle Lee) | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Annabel Sutherland lbw b Heather Graham | 57 | 36 | 5 | 2 | 158.33 | |
| Danielle Gibson not out | 22 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 200 | |
| Kim Garth not out | 6 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 150 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 3 | Wides: 13 | Total: 16 | |||||
| Total | 192 | 4 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Naomi Stalenberg, Charlotte Dean, Carly Leeson, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molly Strano | 4 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Nicola Carey | 3 | 0 | 41 | 0 | 13.7 |
| Chinelle Henry | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Heather Graham | 4 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 7.8 |
| Lauren Smith | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 |
| Ira Aery | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Rhys McKenna & Meg Lanning | 26 | 18 |
| Amy Jones & Meg Lanning | 25 | 19 |
| Annabel Sutherland & Meg Lanning | 109 | 66 |
| Annabel Sutherland & Danielle Gibson | 5 | 3 |
| Kim Garth & Danielle Gibson | 27 | 14 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rhys McKenna | 2.6 | 26 |
| 2 | Amy Jones | 6.1 | 51 |
| 3 | Meg Lanning | 17.1 | 160 |
| 4 | Annabel Sutherland | 17.4 | 165 |
Hobart Hurricanes Women — Innings 2 (174/8 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lizelle Lee (wk) c Meg Lanning b Kim Garth | 57 | 33 | 6 | 3 | 172.73 | |
| Chamari Athapaththu b Kim Garth | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 125 | |
| Rachel Trenaman c Rhys McKenna b Annabel Sutherland | 24 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 141.18 | |
| Nicola Carey (c) st Amy Jones b Annabel Sutherland | 32 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 128 | |
| Heather Graham b Charlie Dean | 20 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 133.33 | |
| Maddy Green b Danielle Gibson | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 | |
| Chinelle Henry not out | 11 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 100 | |
| Ruth Johnston c Charlie Dean b Annabel Sutherland | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Lauren Smith st Amy Jones b Danielle Gibson | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 | |
| Molly Strano not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 3 | Wides: 6 | Total: 9 | |||||
| Total | 174 | 8 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Ira Aery | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Garth | 4 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 9 |
| Charlotte Dean | 4 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 3.2 |
| Annabel Sutherland | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 8.5 |
| Sophie Day | 2 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 14 |
| Maisy Gibson | 2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 11.5 |
| Carly Leeson | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Danielle Gibson | 3 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 8.3 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Lizelle Lee & Chamari Athapaththu | 24 | 16 |
| Lizelle Lee & Rachel Trenaman | 59 | 35 |
| Lizelle Lee & Nicola Carey | 25 | 13 |
| Heather Graham & Nicola Carey | 30 | 21 |
| Maddy Green & Nicola Carey | 11 | 11 |
| Chinelle Henry & Nicola Carey | 14 | 16 |
| Chinelle Henry & Ruth Johnston | 0 | 1 |
| Chinelle Henry & Lauren Smith | 5 | 3 |
| Chinelle Henry & Molly Strano | 6 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chamari Athapaththu | 2.4 | 24 |
| 2 | Rachel Trenaman | 8.3 | 83 |
| 3 | Lizelle Lee | 10.4 | 108 |
| 4 | Heather Graham | 14.1 | 138 |
| 5 | Maddy Green | 15.6 | 149 |
| 6 | Nicola Carey | 18.4 | 163 |
| 7 | Ruth Johnston | 18.5 | 163 |
| 8 | Lauren Smith | 19.2 | 168 |
Match Info
| Match | Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women |
|---|---|
| Series | Womens Big Bash League 2026 |
| Time | 29-Oct-2026 01:40 PM |
| Venue | Junction Oval Melbourne |
| Seating Capacity | 8000 |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women (MEL-W vs HB-W)
Melbourne Stars Women will face Hobart Hurricanes Women in a thrilling match on 29-Oct-2026 in Womens Big Bash League 2026. The match will be played at Junction Oval at 01:40 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Junction Oval Pitch Report for MEL-W vs HB-W Match 2 Match
The pitch at the Junction Oval is considered balanced, as it favors both bowlers and batsmen alike. It's best to win the toss and bat first.
Junction Oval Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Melbourne, US will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 28°C on the match day with 74% humidity and 21.1 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 26% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Melbourne Stars Women is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Hobart Hurricanes 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 Junction Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Melbourne Stars Women will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Hobart Hurricanes Women will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Melbourne Stars Women batting and Hobart Hurricanes 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 Melbourne Stars Women showcase its strengths, or will Hobart Hurricanes Women pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 29-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
