Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W) vs Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W) – Dream11 Prediction – 8th Match, Women’s Big Bash League 2025
The 8th match of WBBL 2025 will feature Perth Scorchers Women facing Melbourne Stars Women on 14 November 2025 at the Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide. The Scorchers enter with confidence after an early win; the Stars are seeking to break through and begin their campaign strongly. The venue with its short boundaries and good pace for batting suggests a high-scoring affair.
Match Details
- Date: Friday, 14 November 2025
- Venue: Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
- Match: 8th Match, WBBL 2025
- Format: Twenty20 (T20)
Team Previews
Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W)
Perth Scorchers Women have a strong batting core including top-order hitters and power in the middle overs. Their bowling attack is balanced with spin and pace, suited to high-scoring venues. They will look to dominate from the start and set the tone.
Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W)
Melbourne Stars Women have struggled early in recent seasons and will be keen to start with a win. They have quality players, but need to put together a full 20-over performance: top-order score, middle-overs consolidation and a strong finish with the ball.
Probable Playing XIs (Tentative)
(Final XIs to be confirmed at the toss.)
Perth Scorchers Women – Probable XI
- Sophie Devine (c)
- Beth Mooney (wk)
- Katie Mack
- Paige Scholfield
- Mikayla Hinkley
- Alana King
- Chloe Ainsworth
- Lilly Mills
- Amy Edgar
- Ebony Hoskin
- Freya Kemp
Melbourne Stars Women – Probable XI
- Annabel Sutherland (c)
- Meg Lanning
- Amy Jones (wk)
- Marizanne Kapp
- Danielle Gibson
- Kim Garth
- Sasha Moloney
- Georgia Prestwidge
- Maisy Gibson
- Sophie Day
- (Bowler/All-rounder rotation)
Top Fantasy (Dream11) Picks
- Beth Mooney (PS-W): Wicket-keeper batter; dual role = high fantasy value.
- Sophie Devine (PS-W): Captain, top-order bat, scoring potential.
- Katie Mack (PS-W): Explosive batter; great for high-ceiling picks.
- Meg Lanning (MS-W): Experienced top-order batter; safe pick.
- Marizanne Kapp (MS-W): All-rounder; contributes with bat & ball.
- Alana King (PS-W): Specialist bowler in a high-scoring ground; differential.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain (2× points): Sophie Devine or Beth Mooney
- Vice-Captain (1.5× points): Meg Lanning or Marizanne Kapp
Match Prediction
Considering form, squad strength and conditions, Perth Scorchers Women are slight favourites. With batting-friendly pitch and short boundaries they can dominate. Melbourne Stars Women will need to be sharp in all departments to upset.
Prediction: Perth Scorchers Women to win by 5-7 wickets or chase down target with ~3 overs to spare.
Fantasy Tips
- Prioritise top-order batters as they face more deliveries in this T20 format.
- Pick at least one wicket-keeper batter (Beth Mooney) and an all-rounder (Marizanne Kapp) for dual contributuion.
- Use a team split: 6 players from PS-W (favoured side) and 5 from MS-W to hedge risk.
- Given high-scoring venue, include one specialist bowler who can pick up wickets (Alana King) for value.
Conclusion
This PS-W vs MS-W match promises exciting, high-tempo cricket and strong fantasy opportunity. Key players to focus on: Beth Mooney, Sophie Devine, Katie Mack, Meg Lanning, Marizanne Kapp, Alana King. While Scorchers hold the edge, Stars have players capable of turning the game — so incorporate balanced picks and high-ceiling differentials into your Dream11 cricket team.
