SYDW vs MLRW Match Preview
The Sydney Sixers finished last on the points table in the last season, but the way they have been performing in the ongoing edition, it wouldn’t be surprising if they go on to lift the title for a record-breaking 3rd time. The top order is in great form, with Suzie Bates being the top scorer with 230 runs. Captain Ellyse Perry, as well as Erin Burns, too have played some good innings in this tournament. Ashleigh Gardener has proved to be one of the better all-rounders, taking 13 wickets and scoring 152 runs so far. She is the top wicket-taker for the Sixers, along with Sophie Ecclestone.
The Renegades’ batting is all about the middle order. Courtney Webb and Carly Leeson have played well to get the Renegades to respectable totals. Sophie Molineux has led from the front, picking up 11 wickets and scoring 127 runs. But the other players, especially the bowlers, have failed to support her consistently.
Weather Report
There are some showers predicted for the latter half of the day, which may lead to some delays.
Pitch Report
The pitch in Melbourne is good for batting and has consistent and natural bounce. The average first innings score here is 143, but the team batting first will be looking to make close to 160 to feel in control.
Notable stats
Ellyse Perry's consistent performance
Ellyse Perry of the Sydney Sixers has been pretty consistent with the bat. She has scored 263 runs in the last 10 matches, at an average of close to 44.
Sophie Molineux's all-round effort
Sophie Molineux has contributed well with both, the bat as well as the ball. In the last 22 matches, she has scored 304 runs and picked up 21 wickets.
Team News
There is no news about any injuries from either of the squads, and we are likely to see a full set of players available for selection.
SYDW vs MLRW Probable 11
SYDW Playing 11
- Alyssa Healy (Wk)
- Suzie Bates
- Elyse Perry (C)
- Ashleigh Gardner
- Erin Burns
- Maitlan Brown
- Sophie Ecclestone
- Nicole Bolton
- Angelina Genford
- Lauren Cheatle
- Kate Peterson
MLRW Playing 11
- Hayley Matthews
- Chamari Athapaththu
- Josephine Dooley (Wk)
- Sophie Molineux (C)
- Courtney Webb
- Carly Leeson
- Rhiann O Donnell
- Georgia Prestwidge
- Ella Hayward
- Sarah Coyte
- Shabnim Ismail
Dream11 Prediction
The Sydney Sixers Women have been in a good form, and will likely continue with the winning momentum. On the other hand, the Renegades are low on confidence, making it difficult for them to rise against quality opposition like the Sixers.
Top Picks
Sophie Molineux: As mentioned above, the Renegades' captain has been in great form, and contributed with the bat as well as the ball. Given her all-round performance, she is indispensable for any team.
Ellyse Perry: The Sixers’ captain has been in good touch with the bat, and has scored 3 half-centuries already this season. Also, her batting average of 46, with an aggregate score of 215 is one of the best in the tournament.
Ashleigh Gardener: Gardner has proved to be an indispensable part of the Sixers’ outfit, and has proved to be more than a handy all-rounder. She has a batting strike rate of close to 140, and a bowling economy rate of less than 6.
SYDW vs MLRW Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: A Healy
Batters: C Athapaththu, S Bates, E Burns
All-rounders: E Perry, S Molineux (VC), M Brown, A Gardner (C)
Bowlers: S Ecclestone, S Ismail, S Coyte
