Katie Mack
Beth Mooney
Sophie Devine
Freya Kemp
Mikayla Hinkley
Chloe Piparo
Kim Garth
Annabel Sutherland
Charlie Dean
Sophie Day
Rhys McKenna
Meg Lanning
Amy Jones
Naomi Stalenberg
Chloe Ainsworth
Fatima Sana
Alana King
Amy Louise Edgar
Under a brooding sky at Melbourne's Junction Oval, the Perth Scorchers Women clinched a hard‑earned 15‑run win over the Melbourne Stars Women, thanks to a game‑changing spell from Charlie Dean. The match, played on Monday, 2 November, was peppered with drama – a looming rain forecast, a frantic chase, and a final wicket that fell with just 1 ball remaining.
Match Summary
The Stars won the toss and elected to bowl, hoping the overcast conditions would aid their seam attack. Perth posted a respectable 124‑9 in their full 20 overs, with contributions spread across the line‑up. Dean, the left‑arm pacer, bowled a tidy spell of 4 overs, conceding only 29 runs and picking up two crucial wickets that kept the Stars in check.
Melbourne's reply never found its rhythm. Despite a spirited 41‑run knock from captain Meg Lanning off 36 balls, the Stars were bundled out for 109‑10 in just 18.1 overs. Sophie Devine shone with the ball, claiming 4‑19 in her 4‑over spell, while Chloe Ainsworth added a tidy 1‑15 in three overs. The rain‑laden evening added an extra layer of tension, but the result was sealed well before the final over.
Key Performances
Charlie Dean (Perth Scorchers Women) delivered a match‑winning spell, returning figures of 2/29 in 4 overs. Her disciplined line and length forced the Stars into a defensive mindset early in their chase.
Meg Lanning (Melbourne Stars Women) fought valiantly with the bat, scoring 41 off 36 balls, showcasing her trademark aggression. However, she lacked support from the middle order, leaving the Stars short of the target.
Sophie Devine (Melbourne Stars Women) was the standout bowler for the Stars, taking 4/19 in her 4‑over spell, keeping the Scorchers’ run‑rate in check and providing a glimmer of hope for a comeback.
Other notable contributions included Chloe Ainsworth's economical 1/15 in 3 overs and the Scorchers' lower‑order hitting that added crucial runs in the final overs.
Turning Points
The match hinged on three decisive moments. First, Dean's early wicket of the Stars’ opening batter set a cautious tone. Second, the partnership between Lanning and the lower order stalled at 55 runs, allowing Devine to exploit the pressure and claim two wickets in quick succession. Finally, the penultimate over saw the Stars needing 12 runs with two wickets in hand; Devine’s disciplined bowling yielded a dot ball and a wicket, leaving the Stars 1 run short with just one ball left.
The looming rain added a psychological edge – both sides knew the match could be called off at any moment, prompting aggressive play from the Scorchers and a desperate chase from the Stars.
Series Implications
With this win, Perth Scorchers Women improve their standing in the Women’s Big Bash League 2026, moving closer to the playoff spots. The victory also narrows the head‑to‑head gap, now standing at 6‑4 in favor of the Scorchers. For Melbourne Stars Women, the loss highlights the need for deeper batting depth and reinforces the importance of building partnerships beyond the top order.
Looking ahead, the Scorchers will aim to carry the momentum into their next fixture, while the Stars must regroup quickly, especially with the unpredictable Melbourne weather that could influence upcoming matches. Both teams will be eyeing the upcoming games as a chance to solidify their positions before the league’s climax.
Fans searching for live updates can follow the Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Stars Women T20 Mond coverage, while those interested in detailed statistics can explore the Perth Scorchers Women T20 score and Melbourne Stars Women cricket today pages for in‑depth analysis.