By Zainab Shafiq 
Get ready for an exciting WBBL 2023 clash as Hobart Hurricanes Women face off against Melbourne Stars Women on November 2nd at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. The match kicks off at 1:40 PM IST, which translates to 08:10 AM GMT or 07:10 PM local time. It promises to be a thrilling encounter in the Women’s Big Bash League.
Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W Match Preview
In the Women’s Big Bash League 2023, the Hobart Hurricanes Women and Melbourne Stars Women find themselves in the fifth and sixth positions on the points table, with both teams having accumulated four points each. The Stars have the edge in terms of net run rate with -1.556, while the Hurricanes have a challenging -1.183.
This match presents a crucial opportunity for both sides to improve their standings. With the competition heating up, these two teams will be eager to secure a win and enhance their chances of moving up in the points table. It promises to be a closely contested battle with plenty at stake for the Hurricanes and Stars.
Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W Weather Report
During the match, the weather is expected to have a low of 11°C. Low clouds may hang over the venue, creating atmospheric conditions that could add an interesting dimension to the game.
Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W Pitch Report
The pitch at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, typically offers a good balance between bat and ball, with batsmen enjoying some assistance from a true surface, while the bowlers can exploit movement and variation to their advantage, making for a well-rounded cricketing experience.
Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W Predicted XI
Hobart Hurricanes-W: Lizelle Lee (WK), Bryony Smith, Heather Graham, Elyse Villani (C), Ruth Johnston, Molly Strano, Naomi Stalenberg, Nicola Carey, Amy Smith, Shabnim Ismail, Maisy Gibson
Melbourne Stars-W: Sophie Reid, Sophia Dunkley, Meg Lanning (C), Nicole Faltum (WK), Annabel Sutherland, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Rhys McKenna, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Sophie Day
Dream11 Team for Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W
Wicketkeeper: Nicole Faltum
Captain: Elyse Villani
Batters: Alice Capsey, Lizelle Lee, Sophie Reid
Bowlers: Sasha Moloney, Amy Smith, Shabnim Ismail
All-rounders: Ruth Johnston, Annabel Sutherland, Kim Garth
Where to Watch Hobart Hurricanes-W vs Melbourne Stars-W?
| COUNTRIES | CHANNELS & LIVE STREAMING |
|---|---|
| Australia | – Fox Cricket – Seven Network – Kayo Sports (Online) – 7plus App (Online) |
| Canada | – CBN – ATN Cricket Plus |
| Europe | – LiveNow |
| India | – Sony Six HD – Sony Ten 1 HD – SonyLIV (Online) |
| Ireland | – Sky Sports |
| North America | – Willow TV |
| Pakistan | – Ten Sports – SonyLIV (Online) |
| South Africa | – SuperSport |
| South America | – LiveNow |
| Afghanistan | – Sony Six HD, SonyLIV |
| Bangladesh | – Sony Six HD, SonyLIV |
| United Kingdom | – Sky Sports |
| United States | – Willow TV |