Sydney Thunder Women vs Melbourne Stars Women, WBBLT20, Today Match Prediction

STW vs MLSW Match Prediction & Analysis

The Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026 season has picked-up pace. Match 24 of the tournament will see the Sydney Thunder Women's team take on the Melbourne Stars Women's team. The match will be played on November 16 at the Drummoyne Oval in Sydney.

Sydney Thunder Women's team find themselves in the top four race. They have 2 wins and 3 losses in their first five games. On the other hand, Melbourne Stars Women's have played 6 matches in which they have won only once and lost five matches. 

Whereas Thunder is looking to solidify their place in top four, Stars are desperate for a run of form. In terms of head-to-head, in the last 10 matches, Sydney Thunder Women have won 7 times to Stars’ 3 wins.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

STW

L L L W W

PRSW

160/6 in 18.3 8.65

WBBLT20

Perth Scorchers Women beat Sydney Thunder Women by 4 wickets 11 Nov 2026

STW

159/5 in 20.0 7.95

SYSW

162/2 in 16.0 10.12

WBBLT20

Sydney Sixers Women Won by 9 runs (D/L) method 08 Nov 2026

STW

158/10 in 15.3 10.19

STW

166/10 in 19.0 8.74

WBBLT20

Perth Scorchers Women beat Sydney Thunder Women by 17 runs 05 Nov 2026

PRSW

183/3 in 20.0 9.15

STW

180/4 in 16.4 10.8

WBBLT20

Sydney Thunder Women beat Brisbane Heat Women by 6 wickets 01 Nov 2026

BHW

178/5 in 20.0 8.9

MRW

138/9 in 20.0 6.9

WBBLT20

Sydney Thunder Women beat Melbourne Renegades Women by 6 wickets 29 Oct 2026

STW

140/4 in 17.0 8.24

MLSW

L L L L L

MLSW

165/5 in 20.0 8.25

WBBLT20

Brisbane Heat Women beat Melbourne Stars Women by 8 wickets 12 Nov 2026

BHW

166/2 in 18.5 8.81

PRSW

137/4 in 15.0 9.13

WBBLT20

Perth Scorchers Women beat Melbourne Stars Women by 6 wickets 08 Nov 2026

MLSW

136/6 in 20.0 6.8

MLSW

159/7 in 20.0 7.95

WBBLT20

Sydney Sixers Women beat Melbourne Stars Women by 1 runs 06 Nov 2026

SYSW

160/5 in 20.0 8

MLSW

109/10 in 18.1 6

WBBLT20

Perth Scorchers Women beat Melbourne Stars Women by 15 runs 02 Nov 2026

PRSW

124/9 in 20.0 6.2

ADSW

185/2 in 20.0 9.25

WBBLT20

Adelaide Strikers Women beat Melbourne Stars Women by 21 runs 31 Oct 2026

MLSW

164/7 in 20.0 8.2

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Sydney Thunder Women Preview

Sydney Thunder Women head into their clash against Melbourne Stars Women looking to arrest a recent slide after a mixed start to the WBBL season. They are sitting on two wins from five matches.

They began strongly with victories over the Renegades and Heat but have since suffered three consecutive defeats, including losses to the high-flying Scorchers and Sixers. A return to winning ways against the struggling Stars would provide a timely boost as they push to climb the table.

Heather Knight has been the cornerstone of their batting, leading the run charts with 187 runs in five innings and providing the composure needed at the top. Anika Learoyd has been equally impressive with 174 runs, while Phoebe Litchfield (110) and Laura Harris (102) have offered valuable support in the middle order. 

On the bowling side, Georgia Voll has emerged as the standout with 6 wickets, backed by Hannah Darlington’s four and useful contributions of 3 wickets each from Nadine de Klerk, Samantha Bates and Lauren Bell. With a talented squad capable of big performances, Thunder will be keen to rediscover their early-season spark and put pressure on a Stars side low on confidence.

Sydney Thunder Women Predicted Playing XI:

Phoebe Litchfield (C), Georgia Voll, Anika Learoyd, Heather Knight, Laura Harris, Nadine de Klerk, Tahlia Wilson (WK), Jemma Barsby, Hannah Darlington, Lauren Bell, Samantha Bates.

Melbourne Stars Women Preview

Melbourne Stars Women continue to search for consistency in a challenging WBBL campaign that has so far yielded just one win from six matches. Sitting near the bottom of the table, they have endured a tough run of five consecutive losses, including recent defeats to Heat, Scorchers and Sixers. 

Their sole victory came early against the Hobart Hurricanes, and they will view this meeting with Thunder as a crucial opportunity to stop the rot and regain some momentum.

Meg Lanning has been the clear batting standout, amassing 254 runs in six innings and carrying much of the load at the top of the order. The 34-year-old veteran averages 42.33 and a strike rate of 121.53.

Amy Jones has contributed 133 runs, while all-rounder Annabel Sutherland has added 124 with the bat and led the bowling attack with 7 wickets. Sophie Day and Kim Garth have claimed five wickets each, with Charlie Dean bagging 4 wickets herself. 

Despite individual efforts, the Stars have struggled to convert solid starts into winning totals. They will need a collective performance across both departments if they are to upset Thunder and keep their faint finals hopes alive.

Melbourne Stars Women Predicted Playing XI:

Meg Lanning (C), Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland, Naomi Stalenberg, Danielle Gibson, Georgia Prestwidge, Charlie Dean, Carly Leeson, Maisy Gibson, Kim Garth, Sophie Day.

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

There are chances of cloudy conditions with a high chance of rain or showers are expected throughout the day. Temperatures will stay cool, ranging from about 15-17°C to a high near 16-18°C. There is this 30-45% probability of precipitation, so there is definitely some chances of rain during the day.

STW vs MLSW Pitch Report

The pitch at Drummoyne Oval is generally balanced. It offers true bounce and allows batters to score freely once they settle, especially with the shorter square boundaries. Pacers can get some early movement, while spinners and slower bowlers often play a key role in the middle overs.

Toss: To Bowl

The captain who win the toss would want to bowl first. Clouds would be hovering over the Drummoyne Oval and it should help the fast bowlers with early movement.