Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women Prediction: WBBL 2026 Match 22 Preview
Perth Scorchers Women will put their unbeaten record on the line when they meet Adelaide Strikers Women in Match 22 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026. The fixture is scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth. With the Scorchers setting the early pace in the competition and the Strikers looking to build consistency, the contest offers a compelling test of form, conditions and match-day execution.
Perth have won all five of their matches so far, collecting 10 points and establishing themselves at the top of the standings. Their net run rate of +1.469 underlines the strength of their campaign: they have not only found ways to win, but have generally done so with authority. Adelaide, by contrast, have recorded two wins and two defeats from four games. The Strikers sit fifth with four points and will be eager to turn a mixed start into a sustained push up the table.
Match Details
Match: Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women, Match 22
Competition: Women’s Big Bash League 2026
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Venue: W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
Team Form and Match Context
The Scorchers arrive with the confidence that comes from a perfect start. Their campaign has been built around a reliable mix of batting depth and bowling options, allowing them to respond to different match situations. Maintaining that balance will be important against an Adelaide side capable of changing the pace of a game through experienced international performers.
For the Strikers, the immediate challenge is to string together a complete performance. Their two victories show they have the ability to compete, but the defeats have left little room for complacency as the league table begins to take shape. A win in Perth would be valuable not only for the points but also for the confidence it could provide ahead of the next stage of the tournament.
W.A.C.A. Ground Pitch Report
The W.A.C.A. Ground is widely associated with pace, carry and bounce. Its hard surface can give fast bowlers the chance to hit the deck and trouble batters with extra lift, while deliveries that pass the bat can carry through to the wicketkeeper. The venue’s reputation means batters may need a measured start before looking to attack freely.
Conditions can reward disciplined bowling, particularly when seamers maintain a consistent line and length. However, once batters adjust to the bounce, the surface can also offer opportunities to score through the gaps and play confidently on the front foot. The toss could be significant: the team winning it may consider bowling first, though the decision will depend on the day’s conditions and how the pitch behaves during the warm-up.
Predicted Playing XIs
Perth Scorchers Women
Katie Mack, Ines McKeon, Sophie Devine (captain), Freya Kemp, Mikayla Hinkley (wicketkeeper), Chloe Piparo, Fatima Sana, Chloe Ainsworth, Alana King, Lilly Mills, Amy Edgar.
Adelaide Strikers Women
Maia Bouchier, Emma de Broughe, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (captain), Madeline Penna, Ellie Johnston (wicketkeeper), Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Eleanor Larosa, Ella Wilson, Megan Schutt.
These are predicted line-ups and may change before the toss, depending on team strategy, player availability and the conditions in Perth.
Players to Watch
Probable Best Batter: Sophie Devine
Perth captain Sophie Devine is a leading candidate to shape the match with the bat. She has been among the Scorchers’ most dependable performers during their strong opening run, combining composure with the ability to accelerate when the situation calls for it. That flexibility is particularly valuable at the W.A.C.A., where a batter who can first assess the bounce and then shift gears may make the difference.
Devine’s influence extends beyond her own scoring. As captain, she can help set the tempo of the innings and guide the batting group through key passages, whether Perth are rebuilding after an early wicket or pressing for a strong total. Adelaide will likely look to restrict her scoring options early and avoid allowing her to settle into an attacking rhythm.
Probable Best Bowler: Alana King
Leg-spinner Alana King has made a substantial impact for Perth, taking nine wickets in five matches at an average of 14.33. She has bowled 20 overs and conceded 129 runs, including a four-wicket haul. Those figures point to both wicket-taking threat and the ability to keep pressure on the opposition.
Although the W.A.C.A. is often associated with fast bowling, King’s control and variation could be especially useful if the pitch offers grip or if Adelaide’s batters attempt to attack the spin. Her role may be crucial in the middle overs, when a breakthrough can interrupt a developing partnership and alter the Strikers’ plans.
Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Perth Scorchers Women enter this fixture as the favourites in the match prediction. Their unbeaten record, strong net run rate and home-ground advantage give them a clear platform, while the performances of players such as Devine and King provide balance across the team. The W.A.C.A.’s pace-friendly conditions could also suit Perth’s bowling resources.
Adelaide Strikers Women should not be underestimated. Their squad includes several high-quality batters and bowlers, and a strong start with the bat or an early burst from their seamers could put the hosts under pressure. To challenge Perth, the Strikers will need to make the most of the new ball, limit costly overs and build partnerships rather than relying on isolated contributions.
Prediction: Perth Scorchers Women to win. Their current momentum and familiarity with the conditions make them the stronger pick, but Adelaide’s potential match-winners mean the outcome could still turn on a short, decisive spell or partnership.
