By Victoria Hamilton 
Perth Scorchers Women vs Sydney Sixers Women WBBL 2025 3rd Match Preview
The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 continues with a heavyweight clash in Match 3 as Perth Scorchers Women host Sydney Sixers Women at the iconic W.A.C.A Ground, Perth, on November 09, 2025, 5:30 PM local time. Both sides boast world-class match-winners and enter this season aiming to reclaim dominance in the WBBL.
The Scorchers, with Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine leading the charge, will be eager to start strong at home. Meanwhile, the Sixers, under Ashleigh Gardner’s captaincy, have an all-star lineup with Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and Amelia Kerr — setting up a blockbuster contest.
Match Details
- Fixture: Perth Scorchers Women vs Sydney Sixers Women, 3rd Match, WBBL 2025
- Date & Time: November 09, 2025 | 5:30 PM (local)
- Venue: W.A.C.A Ground, Perth
- Tournament: Women’s Big Bash League 2025
Form Guide
- Perth Scorchers Women: ✅ ❌ ✅ ✅ 🅰️
Consistent and confident — they finished last season among the top sides. - Sydney Sixers Women: ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ ❌
A mixed bag recently — looking to find rhythm early this season.
The Scorchers have dominated this matchup recently, with superior batting depth and spin options in home conditions.
Players to Watch – Perth Scorchers Women
Beth Mooney: 234 runs in 6 matches @ 39 avg, SR 132.95 – a run machine who thrives under pressure.
Sophie Devine (c): 166 runs @ 27.67 avg – destructive when she finds her timing. Also a handy seam option.
Lilly Mills: 11 wickets (5.9 econ, SR 10.9) – Perth’s middle-over weapon who turns matches quietly.
Amy Edgar: 12 wickets @ 7.24 econ – reliable with line and length, effective at the WACA.
Alana King: Australia’s premier leg-spinner; always a threat on bouncy surfaces.
Players to Watch – Sydney Sixers Women
Ellyse Perry: 172 runs in 6 matches @ 34.4 avg – class and consistency personified.
Alyssa Healy (wk): Explosive opener capable of dismantling attacks in the powerplay.
Amelia Kerr: 15 wickets @ 7 econ, SR 9.2 – Sixers’ allround trump card with bat and ball.
Ashleigh Gardner (c): 10 wickets @ 5.59 econ, plus finishing power — the Sixers’ heartbeat.
Sophia Dunkley: Adds top-order aggression and variety against spin.
Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)
- Oct 22, 2025 – Scorchers won by 5 wickets
- Nov 21, 2024 – Match tied
- Nov 16, 2023 – Scorchers won by 61 runs
- Oct 31, 2023 – Scorchers won by 36 runs
- Nov 13, 2022 – Sixers won by 6 wickets
Scorchers lead 3–1 (1 tied) — clear recent dominance, especially at home.
Pitch & Conditions
- The WACA pitch offers true bounce and pace, rewarding stroke-makers and seamers.
- Expect high scores if openers get set.
- Average 1st innings score: 165–175.
- Weather: Sunny and warm, ideal for batting.
Match Prediction
Both teams possess elite T20 talent, but the Scorchers’ home advantage and formidable bowling unit tilt the odds their way.
Prediction: Perth Scorchers Women to win by 20–25 runs or 6 wickets.