SS-W vs ST-W Match Prediction : 31st Match, Womens Big Bash League, 2025
SS-W vs ST-W Win Probability
58%
Sydney Sixers Women
42%
Sydney Thunder Women
Sydney Sixers Women To Win, 1.69
The Sixers have already beaten the Thunder twice in the 2025 season
With dynamic batters like Alyssa Healy and Ellyse Perry in the top four, the Sixers possess the firepower to take the game away quickly
Ash Gardner’s inspirational form with both bat and ball gives the Sixers a massive competitive edge
SS-W vs ST-W Betting Tips
Sydney Thunder Women total if batting first to be under 146.5 runs
Backing the Thunder Women to score low is a savvy move. It feels like ages since they comfortably breached the 147-run mark, and their record against the Sixers reinforces this struggle. In their last five meetings, the Thunder have surpassed 147 runs only once against their cross-town rivals. Facing a quality Sixers bowling attack, expect their batting woes to continue.
Total runs in the first six overs for Sydney Sixers Women to be under 43.5 runs
This is a solid value bet. While the Sixers have a strong lineup, they recently stumbled in the powerplay at North Sydney Oval, collapsing to 34/8 in a bizarre display. While a repeat of that disaster is unlikely, the Thunder possess threatening powerplay bowlers capable of restricting scoring early on. Betting on a cautious start under 43.5 runs is a prudent choice.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Sydney Sixers Women
Sydney Thunder Women
The Sydney Thunder Women have been plagued by batting inconsistency, often crumbling under pressure. In contrast, the Sixers are ruthless when sensing weakness. If their batting unit clicks, they will likely post a total—or chase one down—that the Thunder simply cannot match.
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Sydney Sixers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Head-to-Head Record
The Sydney Sixers Women hold the upper hand in recent history. Across the last ten derbies, the Sixers have won six times compared to the Thunder's four victories. Crucially, the Sixers have already won the return fixture earlier this season, reinforcing their superiority.​
Sydney Sixers Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Live-streaming and Broadcast
Australia: Watch live on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket (Foxtel). Online streaming is available on Kayo Sports and the free 7plus platform.​
India: Telecast on Star Sports Network. Live streaming through JioHotstar.
Pakistan & Bangladesh: The match can be viewed live on Ten Sports and Sony LIV (Sony LIV is available in both countries as a leading cricket streaming platform for international tournaments, including the WBBL).​
United Kingdom: Live coverage and streaming available on Sky Sports Cricket and the Sky Go digital platform.​
USA & Canada: Watch live on Willow TV (TV & digital). Streaming is also available via Cricbuzz in these regions.
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.
SS-W vs ST-W Team Previews
Sydney Sixers Women
The Sixers are the clear favorites entering this derby. Their batting is anchored by England's Sophia Dunkley, who recently scored a half-century, and the evergreen Ellyse Perry. Together with Alyssa Healy, they form a formidable top order that can dismantle any attack.
Captain Ashleigh Gardner remains the team's MVP, fresh off a four-wicket haul. The pace attack is bolstered by young sensation Caoimhe Bray, who already has a hat-trick against the Thunder this season.
With depth in both departments, the Sydney Sixers Women will be confident of another win on their home turf.
Sydney Sixers Women Playing 11
Ellyse Perry, Sophia Dunkley, Alyssa Healy (wk), Ashleigh Gardner (c), Maitlan Brown, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Emma Manix-Geeves, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Kua, Lauren Cheatle.
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Sydney Thunder Women
The Thunder have endured a turbulent season, characterized by extreme inconsistency. Collapsing for 64 against the Renegades shortly after posting 200 against the Heat highlights their unpredictability. Key internationals Heather Knight and Chamari Athapaththu are yet to score a half-century this season, leaving a massive void in run-scoring.
Their bowling is equally concerning. Despite the efforts of Shabnim Ismail, the unit has leaked runs alarmingly, conceding 170+ totals twice recently—including once against the Sixers.
Languishing near the bottom of the table, they face an uphill battle to challenge their in-form rivals.
Sydney Thunder Women Expected Playing 11
Phoebe Litchfield (c), Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson (wk), Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Laura Harris, Chamari Athapaththu, Lucy Finn, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates.
SS-W vs ST-W Toss Prediction
At North Sydney Oval, batting first is the statistically superior strategy, with over half the matches won by the team setting a target. The Sixers opted to bat first in their last meeting here, and the winning captain will likely do the same this time.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
North Sydney Oval usually offers a balanced contest. Fast bowlers can exploit early seam movement, but as the ball softens, the pitch becomes reliable for stroke-play. Spinners may find some turn in the dry conditions. A first-innings score of around 170 is par for a good batting side.
The forecast predicts a pleasant, sunny day in Sydney with only a 10% chance of rain, ensuring a full contest.
SS-W vs ST-W: Who Will Win?
The Sydney Sixers Women offer excellent value given their superior form and head-to-head dominance. The Thunder have been too erratic to trust, especially against a disciplined Sixers outfit. Back the Sixers to complete a hat-trick of derby wins this season.
Bet on Sydney Sixers Women to win.
