Melbourne Stars Women will face Hobart Hurricanes Women in the second match of WBBL 2026 at Junction Oval, Melbourne, on October 29. The Melbourne Stars had a strong campaign last season, but they were knocked out of the tournament after suffering a 28-run defeat to the Perth Scorchers in a knockout match. They will be looking to kick off this season with a win.
On the other hand, the Hobart Hurricanes Women were the champions last season, clinching the title for the first time. They secured the championship by defeating the Perth Scorchers by 8 wickets in the final. They will aim to carry their form and momentum from last season into the start of this tournament.
Also Read: MR-W vs ST-W Match Prediction – Who Will Win WBBL 2026 1st Match? Playing XI, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction
MS-W vs HB-W Match Details – WBBL 2026, 2nd Match
- Match: Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women, 2nd Match
- Date: Thursday, 29 October 2026
- Time: 1:40 PM
- Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne
- Live Streaming: Fancode
MS-W vs HB-W Pitch Report – Junction Oval
The Junction Oval has a good batting surface. Scoring runs at this venue is easy due to the smaller outfield size. Fast bowlers have also done so, as there is a lot for them on this surface with the new ball.
MS-W vs HB-W Weather Report – Melbourne
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MS-W vs HB-W Recent Form
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MS-W vs HB-W Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)
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MS-W vs HB-W Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1 – If MS-W bats first
- Powerplay Score Prediction: 35–40 runs
- First Innings Total: 135–145 runs expected
- Result Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women win
Scenario 2 – If HB-W bats first
- Powerplay Score Prediction: 35–45 runs
- First Innings Total: 160–170 runs expected
- Result Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women win
MS-W vs HB-W: Key Battles
- Meg Lanning vs Linsey Smith
- Lizelle Lee vs Maisy Gibson
- Chamari Athapaththu vs Kim Garth
MS-W vs HB-W: Toss Prediction
- Bat first: 40%
- Bats second: 60%
MS-W vs HB-W Probable Playing XI
Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W)
Meg Lanning (C), Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland, Rhys McKenna, Dani Gibson, Charlie Dean, Kim Garth, Zoe Samuel, Georgia Prestwidge, Sophie Day, Maisy Gibson.
Hobart Hurricanes Women (HB-W)
Lizelle Lee (WK), Chamari Athapaththu, Nicola Carey ©, Heather Graham, Chinelle Henry, Ruth Johnston, Rachel Trenaman, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith
Who Will Win MS-W vs HB-W Today? – 2nd Match
Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Hobart Hurricanes Women are the favourites to win this WBBL 2026 match. Lizelle Lee, Chamari Athapaththu, and Nicola Carey are expected to be the key performers.