In the 52nd encounter of the 2023 Women's Big Bash League (WBBL), Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W) are set to face off against Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W) in a highly anticipated match during a doubleheader on Friday, November 23, 2023. The action unfolds at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, Australia, with the first ball scheduled to be bowled at 10:10 AM IST.
To gear up for the game, let's delve into the prime player selections, key player statistics, optimal choices for captain and vice-captain, and the most promising predicted playing XIs for the fantasy contests associated with this match.
The Brisbane Heat Women's team (BH-W) has participated in thirteen matches during the ongoing season, securing seven victories and enduring six defeats. With a total of fourteen points and a commendable net run rate of +0.134, they currently hold the fourth position in the league standings.
Conversely, the Sydney Thunder Women's squad (ST-W) has displayed consistent performance in the tournament, featuring in twelve matches with seven wins and four losses. Additionally, one of their fixtures concluded with no result. Accumulating 15 points and boasting a net run rate of +0.562, the Sydney team currently occupies the third spot in the league table.
BH-W vs ST-W, Team Form Guide (Most Recent First)
Brisbane Heat Women: L-L-L-W-W
Sydney Thunder Women: L-W-L-L-W
Match 52, BH-W vs ST-W: Pitch Analysis
At this venue, drop-in pitches are employed, creating a balanced environment for both batsmen and bowlers. However, the Adelaide Oval pitch is generally recognized as favoring batsmen, distinguishing itself among various pitches in Australia. Bowlers, particularly pacers, can anticipate a respectable pace and bounce, especially during the initial stages of the match.
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Top Player Picks
Amelia Kerr (BH-W)
- Amelia Kerr has consistently delivered exceptional all-round performances in this competition.
- Notably, she showcased her batting prowess by scoring 64 runs in the previous match.
Mignon du Preez (BH-W)
- Mignon du Preez has been a standout performer, accumulating an impressive 321 runs in 13 innings throughout the tournament.
- In the last innings, she contributed with a solid 42 runs, further underlining her batting prowess.
Chamari Athapaththu (ST-W)
- Chamari Athapaththu has been a standout performer, amassing a total of 451 runs and securing 11 wickets in 11 matches.
- Currently, she stands as the second-highest run-scorer in the competition, showcasing her dual contribution.
Lauren Smith (ST-W)
- Lauren Smith has been a consistent wicket-taker for her team, impressively securing 6 wickets in the last 3 matches.
- Her ability to make impactful contributions with the ball makes her a valuable fantasy pick.
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Fantasy Cricket Player Statistics
|
Player |
Stats |
Avg Fantasy Points |
|
Amelia Kerr |
226 Runs and 8 wickets in 8 Matches |
71.25 |
|
Mignon du Preez |
321 Runs in 13 matches |
38.23 |
|
Chamari Athapaththu |
451 Runs and 8 wickets in 11 Matches |
87.82 |
|
Lauren Smith |
8 Wickets in 5 Matches |
60.4 |
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
|
Scenario |
Captain |
Vice-captain |
|
If Brisbane Heat bats first |
Jess Jonassen |
Chamari Athapaththu |
|
If Sydney Thunder bats first |
Amelia Kerr |
Chamari Athapaththu |
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Fantasy Cricket Expert Recommendations
Assessing the squad strengths and recent performances of both teams, determining a clear favorite for this game proves challenging. Opt for in-form players from both sides when selecting your fantasy lineup. The most advisable fantasy combination for this match is either 2 batsmen, 3 all-rounders, 4 bowlers, and 2 wicketkeepers, or 2 batsmen, 2 all-rounders, 5 bowlers, and 2 wicketkeepers.
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Fantasy Cricket Lineup for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Georgia Redmayne,
Tahlia Wilson
Batsmen: Mignon du Preez, Grace
Harris, Heather Knight
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Jess
Jonassen, Chamari Athapaththu, Marizane Kapp
Bowlers: Nicola Hancock, Lauren
Smith
Captain: Chamari Athapaththu
Vice-captain: Jess Jonassen
BH-W: 6 Players, ST-W: 5 Players
BH-W vs ST-W, Match 52: Fantasy Cricket Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Georgia Redmayne,
Tahlia Wilson
Batsmen: Mignon du Preez, Heather
Knight
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr, Jess
Jonassen, Chamari Athapaththu, Marizane Kapp, Charli Knott Bowlers: Nicola Hancock, Lauren Smith
Captain: Amelia Kerr
Vice-captain: Chamari Athapaththu
BH-W: 6 Players, ST-W: 5 Players
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