MS-W vs HH-W 24th Match Preview & Prediction: The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 continues with its 24th fixture as Melbourne Stars Women take on Hobart Hurricanes Women at the Junction Oval, Melbourne, on Wednesday, November 25, 2025, starting at 09:40 AM.
The Melbourne Stars are third on the points table with three wins from five matches and will be eager to cement their place as the competition moves into the mid-season stage. Meanwhile, the Hobart Hurricanes women’s team has been the most dominant this season – they have won five of their six matches and are comfortably at the top.
In this article, we take a look at the MS-W vs HH-W Match Preview, Pitch Report, Prediction, and Stats.
Match Details – MS-W vs HH-W 24th Match
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women, 24th Match |
| Date | Wednesday, 24th November 2025 |
| Time | 09:40 AM |
| Venue | Junction Oval, Melbourne |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar / Star Sports |
| Format | T20 |
MS-W vs HH-W Team Preview & Analysis
Melbourne Stars Women
The Melbourne Stars Women’s team has performed brilliantly so far, led by their superstar opener Meg Lanning, who is currently the leading run-scorer in the WBBL 2025. With three wins from five matches, they are well-positioned to challenge for the top spot.
The all-round balance of Annabelle Sutherland, along with the experience of Marizanne Kapp and Amy Jones, will be key as the Stars face the table-toppers.
Their bowling attack, led by Kim Garth and Sophie Day, has shown discipline and consistency.
Key Players to Watch:
- Meg Lanning
- Annabel Sutherland
- Marizanne Kapp
- Sophie Day
Hobart Hurricanes Women
The Hurricanes have been in excellent form this season, winning five of their six matches. Lizelle Lee and Danielle White-Hodge have bolstered the team from the start.
Heather Graham has been stellar with the ball, taking 14 wickets and leading the wicket-taking charts in the 2025 WBBL. Nat Sciver-Brunt and Nicola Carey have provided world-class balance in the middle order.
Hobart will enter this match as the favourites due to their form and strong team chemistry.
Key Players to Watch:
- Lizelle Lee
- Danielle Wyatt-Hodge
- Heather Graham
- Nat Sciver-Brunt
MS-W vs HH-W Predicted Playing XI
Melbourne Stars Women:
Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (wk), Annabel Sutherland (c), Marizanne Kapp, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day
Hobart Hurricanes Women:
Lizelle Lee (wk), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Elyse Villani (c), Rachel Trenaman, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith
MS-W vs HH-W Pitch Report – Junction Oval, Melbourne
The Junction Oval pitch is considered batsman-friendly, with a surface that makes it easy to hit the ball.
However, with rain expected, the pitch may slow a bit, requiring batsmen to be cautious when attempting aggressive shots.
Bowlers who focus on consistency and hitting tight lines will benefit.
Pitch Type: Batting-Friendly
Average First Innings Score: 160
Fast Bowling: Moderately Fast
Spin Bowling: Effective in the middle overs
Toss Prediction: Bowl first
Weather Forecast –Melbourne, Nov 26, 2025
| Time | Temp | Rain | Clouds | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 AM | 18°C | 20% | 80% | 11 km/h |
| 11:00 AM | 20°C | 10% | 60% | 9 km/h |
| 02:00 PM | 22°C | 0% | 45% | 7 km/h |
Conditions: Slight morning cloud cover but clearing up—ideal for cricket.
MS-W vs HH-W 24th Match Win Prediction
Both teams are in good form, but Hobart Hurricanes Women have shown excellent consistency throughout WBBL 2025. Their balanced squad, powerful top order, and Heather Graham’s strong bowling make them a dangerous team.
| Team | Winning Chance | Key Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Hobart Hurricanes Women | 55% | Most consistent team & strong top order |
| Melbourne Stars Women | 45% | Meg Lanning is in top form & strong all-round balance |
Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women to win this match.
