Perth Scorchers Women will face Melbourne Stars Women at W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth for the Knockout match of Women’s Big Bash League 2025-26. Perth Scorchers enter with a strong home advantage and impressive recent form, having secured their finals berth with a commanding seven-wicket victory over Brisbane Heat. Beth Mooney has been in sensational touch with scores of 105, 75, and 94* in her last three innings, making her one of the most dangerous players heading into the knockout stages.
Melbourne Stars has won 7 matches while Perth Scorchers has won 5 matches. However, recent momentum favors the Scorchers, who beat the Stars by 52 runs in their last encounter on October 27, 2025 at Sydney. The Stars will be concerned about their recent form, having lost three consecutive matches, including their most recent defeat to Sydney Thunder, ending their winning streak at a crucial juncture.
PS-W vs MS-W WBBL Match Preview
W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth will host this crucial knockout encounter. Based on recent T20 matches played at this venue, the ground has an average score of 151 runs in the last 5 T20s, indicating balanced batting conditions with assistance for fast bowlers.
Perth Scorchers currently sits at position 3 in the points table with 12 points from 10 matches (6 wins, 4 losses), boasting an impressive home record. Melbourne Stars is at position 4 with 11 points from 10 matches, but their three-match losing streak heading into this knockout is a significant concern.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women |
| Date | December 9th, 2025 |
| Time | 2:15 PM IST, 4:10 PM Local |
| Venue | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth |
| Tournament | Women’s Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly wicket with pace and bounce |
| Average Score | 151 runs (average in last 5 T20s at this venue) |
| Favors | Pacers – pitch offers excellent bounce and carry for fast bowlers |
| Surface | Fast and bouncy wicket rewarding stroke makers |
| Wicket Distribution | Total 56 wickets – By Pacers: 32, By Spinners: 24 |
| Weather Impact | Clear conditions with excellent batting weather |
| Toss Factor | Teams winning the toss prefer to bowl first – 50% opted to bowl |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 28°C at match time, dropping to 18°C in evening |
| Humidity | Low to moderate humidity levels |
| Wind Speed | 10 km/h – Light winds |
| Rain Chance | 0% precipitation expected – clear conditions |
| Overall | Perfect cricket weather with sunny, clear skies |
Toss Prediction
Historical data from W.A.C.A. Ground shows teams winning the toss have a 50% preference to bowl first over the last 5 years in T20s at this venue. However, teams bowling first have achieved only a 25% win rate at this ground, making batting first the more successful option despite the preference to chase. The WACA conditions this season have seen teams batting first win approximately 55% of matches, with the average first innings score rising to 154.
Injury Updates
No major injuries reported. Both teams will be playing their strongest XI.
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PS-W vs MS-W Head-to-Head Records
MS beat PS by 16 runs (DLS method): Perth Scorchers – 78/8 (9), Melbourne Stars – 173/4 (20) (14 Nov, 2025) at Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide
PS beat MS by 52 runs: Perth Scorchers – 132/5 (20), Melbourne Stars – 80/10 (18.4) (27 Oct, 2025) at Blacktown Olympic Park No 2 Oval, Sydney
PS beat MS by 13 runs: Perth Scorchers – 122/8 (20), Melbourne Stars – 109/10 (19.2) (27 Oct, 2024) at W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
MS beat PS by 33 runs: Perth Scorchers – 124/9 (20), Melbourne Stars – 157/6 (20) (22 Nov, 2023) at W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth
MS beat PS by 7 runs: Perth Scorchers – 147/9 (20), Melbourne Stars – 154/7 (20) (29 Oct, 2023) at Junction Oval, Melbourne
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Beth Mooney (Captain) | Scored 239 runs in 5 matches |
| S Devine (Vice Captain) | Scored 176 runs and took 8 wickets in 5 matches |
| Meg Lanning | Scored 129 runs in 5 matches |
| Annabel Sutherland | Scored 51 runs and took 5 wickets in 5 matches |
| Sophie Day | Took 8 wickets in 5 matches |
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