AS-W vs BH-W Dream11 Prediction: Match 30 – Australian Women’s Big Bash League 2025 | Fantasy Tips, Playing 11 & Match Preview
Match 30 of the Australian Women’s Big Bash League 2025 sees Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W) take on Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W). With both teams likely aiming to strengthen their playoff chances, it promises to be a high-intensity T20 contest. Fantasy players should focus on openers, wicket-taking bowlers, all-rounders, and finishers who deliver under pressure.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Adelaide Strikers Women vs Brisbane Heat Women |
| Tournament | Australian Women’s Big Bash League 2025 |
| Match Number | 30 |
| Date | 30 November 2025 |
| Format | T20 |
| Venue | North Sydney Oval |
Pitch Report
Surface Behaviour
- Venue expected to offer balanced conditions: early-over seam movement followed by bat-friendly behavior.
- Spinners may get some grip in middle overs if surface wears; but batters have ample opportunity to score if they time well.
- Twenty-over format — runs likely to flow if batters apply themselves.
Expected Score
- First-innings total around 145–160 runs is likely, depending on powerplay and batting strength.
Fantasy Impact
- Openers and top-order batters are high-value picks.
- Include at least one spinner and one pace-bowler (especially death-over type).
- All-rounders enhance point potential with contributions in both departments.
Team Preview: Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W)
Strengths
- Strong batting core with international-quality players and power-hitters.
- Balanced team with spinners + seamers, suited for variety of conditions.
Weaknesses
- Occasional middle-over lapses if early wickets fall.
- Dependence on top order to set up big totals.
Probable Playing 11
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Opener | Sophie Devine |
| Opener | Annabel Sutherland |
| Batter | Alice Capsey |
| Batter | Hayley Matthews |
| All-rounder | Linsey Smith |
| All-rounder | Tess Flintoff |
| Wicket-keeper | Sophie Day |
| Spinner | Sasha Moloney |
| Spinner | Nicola Hancock |
| Pacer | Milly Illingworth |
| Pacer | Tayla Vlaeminck (if playing) |
Team Preview: Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W)
Strengths
- Aggressive opening pair and strong middle-order batting.
- Good all-rounder presence gives flexibility in bowling and batting.
Weaknesses
- Bowling sometimes lacks consistency in middle overs.
- Pressure situations may test lower-order stability.
Probable Playing 11
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Opener | Georgia Redmayne (WK) |
| Opener | Grace Harris |
| Batter | Jemimah Rodrigues |
| Batter | Laura Harris |
| All-rounder | Jess Jonassen (C) |
| All-rounder | Charli Knott |
| Spinner | Nicola Hancock (if plays) |
| Spinner | Shikha Pandey |
| Pacer | Lucy Hamilton |
| Pacer | (Other pace option) |
Head-to-Head & Recent Form
- Both teams have had mixed results; this match may come down to momentary performance rather than overall dominance.
- Venue conditions and toss will play a significant role given the balanced strength of both sides.
Top Fantasy Picks
Best Batting Picks
- Sophie Devine (AS-W) — experienced top-order batter and consistent performer.
- Georgia Redmayne (BH-W) — aggressive opener with keeper value.
- Alice Capsey (AS-W) — young talent with finishing potential.
Best All-Rounder Picks
- Linsey Smith (AS-W) — all-rounder giving more balance.
- Jess Jonassen (BH-W) — captain + all-rounder potential.
- Charli Knott (BH-W) — value all-round pick.
Best Bowlers
- Sasha Moloney (AS-W) — spinner with wicket-taking chances.
- Lucy Hamilton (BH-W) — pace bowler, death-over value.
- Milly Illingworth (AS-W) — seam option, useful in early overs or death overs.
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
Safe (Small League)
- Sophie Devine (C)
- Georgia Redmayne (VC)
- Jess Jonassen
Risky (Grand League)
- Alice Capsey (C)
- Linsey Smith (VC)
- Lucy Hamilton (C)
Dream11 Team Strategy
Small League Strategy
- Slight lean toward Adelaide Strikers Women due to batting strength and balance.
- Pick 6–7 players from AS-W, 3–4 players from BH-W for overall coverage.
- C/VC from Devine, Redmayne or Jonassen.
Grand League Strategy
- Balanced team across both sides for variation.
- Include one lower-picked all-rounder or bowler for differential value.
- Ensure at least one spinner + death-over pacer for maximum point potential.
- Ideal composition: 1 WK, 3–4 Batters, 2 All-rounders, 3 Bowlers.
Match Prediction
Given batting depth and all-round composition, Adelaide Strikers Women look slight favourites — but if Heat Women’s openers fire, it can tilt the match.
Predicted Winner: Adelaide Strikers Women
Conclusion
Match 30 of the Australian Women’s Big Bash League between Adelaide Strikers Women and Brisbane Heat Women promises a batters’ treat along with tactical bowling battles. While Strikers Women may have slight edge, Heat Women have enough firepower to challenge. For fantasy cricket players, focus on openers, all-rounders and bowler picks with wicket-taking or death-over potential. Make sure to check final playing XI and toss before locking your Dream11 team. Best of luck!
