The women’s rivalry between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Renegades will see the two teams clashing in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
Both sides possess tools of explosion in batting and balanced bowling. Heat coach Jess Jonassen will be intent on continuing their home dominance, while the Renegades captain Hayley Matthews will be desperate to rise up the WBBL points table.
This should be a thrilling contest, as two powerful sides face off in a game that has ramifications for the playoff race.
| Match Info | Details |
| Match | Brisbane Heat Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women, WBBL 2025 |
| Date | Sunday, November 9, 2025 |
| Time | 1:00 PM (Local Time) / 8:00 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Allan Border Field, Brisbane |
| Competition | Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 |
| Head-to-Head Record | Brisbane Heat Women – 11 Wins; Melbourne Renegades Women – 9 Wins |
| Total Matches Played | 20 |
| Highest Team Total (BH-W) | 192 Runs |
| Highest Team Total (MR-W) | 207 Runs |
| Average First Innings Score | Around 150–155 Runs at Allan Border Field |
| Pitch Type | Balanced surface, suitable for batters and spinners |
| Weather | Clear skies, pleasant conditions expected in Brisbane |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network (TV) & Disney+ Hotstar (Streaming) |
| Umpires | To be announced |
| Match Referee | To be announced |
Venue & Pitch Report, Allan Border Field, Brisbane
Allan Border Field will provide a well-balanced surface to both batters and bowlers. The pitch will offer true bounce in the first innings, which is expected to facilitate stroke play during the power play. As the innings progress, spinners will grip and turn, which may offer challenges to batters in the middle overs.
The average first-innings total at the venue in women’s T20 matches is roughly 145-155 runs, indicating a competitive surface.
The warm and humid conditions in Brisbane may also involve dew in the second innings, potentially aiding the chasing teams.
H2H Stats: BH-W vs MR-W
Here’s a look at their head-to-head (H2H) performance over the past seasons in the Women’s Big Bash League:
| Category | Total Matches | Brisbane Heat Women | Melbourne Renegades Women |
| Total Matches | 19 | 11 Wins | 8 Wins |
| Won | — | 11 | 8 |
| Lost | — | 8 | 11 |
| No Result | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Highest Score | — | 185 Runs | 186 Runs |
| Lowest Score | — | 86 Runs | 83 Runs |
| Total Centuries | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Toss Won | — | 12 | 7 |
| Won Batting First | — | 7 | 3 |
| Elected to Bat | — | 7 | 5 |
| Elected to Field | — | 4 | 4 |
| Won Toss & Match | — | 8 |
The Brisbane Heat Women have a significant advantage historically, most notably at home, where their depth in batting and spin bowling has had the upper hand.
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Team News & Predicted Lineups: BH-W vs MR-W
Brisbane Heat Women Predicted XI:
Georgia Redmayne (wk), Grace Harris, Amelia Kerr, Laura Harris, Jess Jonassen (c), Mikayla Hinkley, Charli Knott, Nicola Hancock, Courtney Sippel, Georgia Voll, Sarah Glenn.
Melbourne Renegades Women Predicted XI:
Hayley Matthews (c), Tammy Beaumont, Harmanpreet Kaur, Georgia Wareham, Josie Dooley (wk), Ella Hayward, Sarah Coyte, Courtney Webb, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Prestwidge, Erica Kershaw.
It is anticipated that the Heat will select a balanced XI comprised of strong, experienced players and young domestic players, while it is expected that the Renegades will rely on their overseas players for consistency.
Top Players & Key Battles: BH-W vs MR-W
Brisbane Heat Women:
- Grace Harris: explosive starts and a steady flow of runs in WBBL.
- Amelia Kerr: a complete allrounder who controls the middle overs with bat and ball.
- Jess Jonassen: captain and key left-arm spinner who enjoys home conditions.
Melbourne Renegades Women:
- Hayley Matthews: a power-hitting captain who can single-handedly alter a match.
- Harmanpreet Kaur: a match-winner with bat and experience in high-pressure situations.
- Georgia Wareham: a reliable spinner who provides the ability to break key partnerships.
Key Battle:
- Grace Harris vs Tayla Vlaeminck: firepower vs pace.
- Jess Jonassen vs Harmanpreet Kaur: an experience battle in the middle overs.
Match Prediction and Analysis: BH-W vs MR-W
The two teams are coming into this match in completely opposite forms. The Brisbane Heat Women have been looking imposing at home, while the Melbourne Renegades Women have had trouble finding any sort of solid consistency.
The batting depth of the Heat and their spin options across the team have them in a very good position on the slow Brisbane surface. However, the Renegades’ overseas trio of Matthews, Kaur, and Beaumont has shown they can change the game if they can find a way to work together.
Indibet’s Pick: Brisbane Heat Women (home advantage and beleaguered H2H record).
Fantasy Cricket & Dream11 Tips: BH-W vs MR-W
Top Dream11 Picks:
- Captains: Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen
- Vice-Captains: Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr
- Budget Picks: Mikayla Hinkley, Courtney Sippel
Dream11 Small League Team (Example):
- Wicketkeeper: Georgia Redmayne
- Batters: Grace Harris, Harmanpreet Kaur, Tammy Beaumont, Laura Harri
- All-rounders: Jess Jonassen (C), Hayley Matthews (VC), Amelia Kerr
- Bowlers: Tayla Vlaeminck, Sarah Glenn, Nicola Hancock
Live Updates & Streaming Info: BH-W vs MR-W
Fans can enjoy live coverage of the BH-W vs MR-W WBBL 2025 match through the following channels:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (India), Fox Cricket (Australia)
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar (India), Kayo Sports (Australia)
- Live Scores & Highlights: Available on Indibet.com and ESPNcricinfo.
Conclusion: BH-W vs MR-W
The game between the Brisbane Heat Women and the Melbourne Renegades Women at Allan Border Field, Brisbane, is sure to be a thrilling clash of power-hitting, smart bowling, and tactical matchups.
Brisbane looks the stronger side on paper and at home, but the superstar players for the Renegades could provide a shock with a big performance.
Check the Indibet website for live scores, fantasy updates, and post-match analysis as the action from WBBL 2025 unfolds.
