MS-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction, WBBL 2024: Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers Women’s Fantasy XI, 39th Match

MS-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction: The Women’s Big Bash League 2024 continues to deliver thrilling contests, and the 39th match promises no less. At the iconic Junction Oval in Melbourne.

The Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) will clash with Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W) in a battle for pride. With both teams languishing at the bottom of the points table, this match offers an opportunity to regain some momentum and end their campaigns on a high note. Scheduled for an early morning start at 04:30 AM IST on November 24, 2024.

Match Information:

• Date: November 24, 2024
• Time: 04:30 AM (IST)
• Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne
• Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar, Fancode

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Junction Oval pitch is batter-friendly, with fast outfields and short boundaries encouraging aggressive play. Fast bowlers might find some early swing, but spin bowlers will have minimal assistance.

Weather Report: Expect sunny skies with temperatures ranging between 20–22°C, ideal for a day of cricket.

Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers Preview

Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W)

Anchored by Annabel Sutherland, the Melbourne Stars have struggled this season, sitting at the bottom of the table. Batting has been their Achilles\' heel, with the onus on players like Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, and Tess Flintoff to deliver. In bowling, the likes of Kim Garth and Deepti Sharma need to make an impact.

Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W)

Despite a lacklustre season, Tahlia McGrath\'s squad has shown flashes of brilliance, including a solid win over the Perth Scorchers. Smriti Mandhana and Katie Mack lead the batting, while Megan Schutt and Anesu Mushangwe have been standouts in bowling.

Key Players

• Tahlia McGrath (AS-W): Consistent all-rounder with 222 runs and key contributions with the ball.
• Meg Lanning (MS-W): A proven match-winner, though her recent form needs improvement.
• Megan Schutt (AS-W): With 13 wickets, she’s the backbone of the Adelaide bowling unit.
• Marizanne Kapp (MS-W): Known for her all-round skills, she’s pivotal for Melbourne.

MS-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction

• Wicketkeepers: Smriti Mandhana
• Batters: Katie Mack, Laura Wolvaardt, Meg Lanning
• All-rounders: Tahlia McGrath (C), Annabel Sutherland
• Bowlers: Megan Schutt (VC), Gemma Barsby, Anesu Mushangwe, Deepti Sharma, Kim Garth

Captain Choices: Tahlia McGrath, Smriti Mandhana

Vice-Captain Choices: Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland

Team News

No injury updates from either side. Both teams are expected to field their best available squads.

Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers Probable Playing XI

Melbourne Stars Women:

Annabel Sutherland (C), Sophie Reid (WK), Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Tess Flintoff, Rhys McKenna, Deepti Sharma, Ines McKeon, Kim Garth, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day

Adelaide Strikers Women:

Tahlia McGrath (C), Katie Mack, Smriti Mandhana, Laura Wolvaardt, Bridget Patterson (WK), Madeline Penna, Orla Prendergast, Amanda Jade Wellington, Gemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Anesu Mushangwe

Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers Squads

Melbourne Stars Women:

Yastika Bhatia, Sophie Day, Kim Garth, Maisy Gibson, Marizanne Kapp, Meg Lanning, Sasha Moloney, Sophie Reid, Deepti Sharma, Annabel Sutherland, Tess Flintoff, Hasrat Gill, Olivia Henry, Rhys McKenna

Adelaide Strikers Women:

Jemma Barsby, Darcie Brown, Eleanor Larosa, Katie Mack, Smriti Mandhana, Anesu Mushangwe, Tahlia McGrath (C), Bridget Patterson, Maddie Penna, Orla Prendergast, Megan Schutt, Amanda Jade Wellington, Laura Wolvaardt