PS-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction, WBBL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 26 of WBBL 2023

In the 26th game of the Women’s Big Bash League 2023, Perth Scorchers will face Adelaide Strikers at the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth. Strikers and Scorchers are in third and fourth places in the points tally, respectively. They both have won four out of six games.

In their last match against Melbourne Renegades, Perth Scorchers encountered early success with the ball, claiming two wickets for just 20 runs in the initial three overs. Hayley Matthews (31 runs) and Harmanpreet Kaur formed a pivotal 44-run partnership for the third wicket. Kaur and Georgia Wareham then added 76 runs for the fourth wicket, propelling the Renegades to a total of 171/6. Kaur played an anchoring role, registering an unbeaten half-century. Scorchers' bowlers, including Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Amy Edgar, and Taneale Peschel, secured a wicket each.

While batting, Perth Scorchers also faced early hiccups, losing two wickets for 35 runs. Beth Mooney's resilient, unbeaten 59* and Sophie Devine's 52 forged a crucial 105-run partnership for the third wicket, guiding the team to a total of 140 runs. Mooney's match-winning performance was instrumental in Scorchers' victory, achieved in 17.2 overs. Sophie Devine was honored as the Player of the Match, and Sarah Coyte took two wickets for 34 runs, while Georgia Prestwidge and Hayley Matthews each claimed a wicket.

In their recent game against Sydney Sixers, Adelaide Strikers engaged in a low-scoring contest. The Sixers struggled to post a mere 111 runs for the loss of six wickets in their 20 overs, with Maitlan Brown emerging as their top scorer with 32 runs off 28 deliveries. Anesu Mushangwe and Amanda-Jade Wellington made significant contributions, each taking two wickets, while Danielle Gibson claimed one wicket.

Adelaide Strikers successfully chased down this modest target in 17.1 overs with five wickets in hand. Katie Mack played a pivotal innings, scoring 50 runs off 45 deliveries. Anesu Mushangwe's outstanding and economical bowling earned her the Player of the Match award.