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The WBBL 2026 reaches its twentieth match with Melbourne Renegades Women preparing to take on Sydney Sixers Women at Junction Oval, Melbourne, on 12th November at 1:40 PM IST.
Get the best MR vs SS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 20th match of the WBBL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Hot Picks for MR vs SS Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Ellyse Perry – Sydney Sixers’ experienced batter has accumulated 204 runs in four innings at an outstanding average of 102.00, striking three half-centuries with a highest score of 84. |
Ashleigh Gardner – Sydney Sixers’ powerful all-rounder has scored 224 runs in four innings at a 200.00 strike rate and claimed eight wickets, including a best of 3/23. |
Top Picks:
Hayley Matthews – Melbourne Renegades’ explosive all-rounder has accumulated 160 runs in four innings at an average of 40.00, striking at 139.13 with a highest score of 59. |
Georgia Wareham – Melbourne Renegades’ dynamic all-rounder has scored 175 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 175.00, including two half-centuries and a highest score of 73. |
Budget Picks:
Tayla Vlaeminck – Melbourne Renegades’ right-arm fast bowler has taken five wickets in WBBL 2026, using her pace and bounce to create pressure and deliver breakthroughs. |
Sarah Coyte – Sydney Sixers’ experienced right-arm medium-fast bowler adds control and experience to the attack, offering a dependable option with the new ball and through the middle overs. |
MR vs SS WBBL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Ashleigh Gardner & Ellyse Perry |
Vice-Captain | Georgia Wareham & Hayley Matthews |
MR vs SS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Nicole Faltum
- Batters – Alice Capsey, Caoimhe Bray
- All-Rounders – Ellyse Perry, Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Georgia Wareham (VC), Ashleigh Gardner ©
- Bowlers – Sophie Molineux, Lauren Cheatle, Milly Illingworth
MR vs SS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Nicole Faltum
- Batters – Alice Capsey, Caoimhe Bray
- All-Rounders – Ellyse Perry ©, Hayley Matthews (VC), Amelia Kerr, Georgia Wareham, Ashleigh Gardner
- Bowlers – Sarah Coyte, Sophie Molineux, Tayla Vlaeminck
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MR vs SS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 20 WBBL 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Grace Lyons | NA | NA |
Sophie Reid | NA | NA |
MR vs SS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 20 WBBL 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Ashleigh Gardner |
GL Captaincy Choice | Ellyse Perry |
Punt Picks | Tayla Vlaeminck and Sarah Coyte |
Dream11 Combination | 1-2-5-3 |
MR vs SS Match Preview:
Melbourne Renegades Women are set to face Sydney Sixers Women in the 20th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2026 at Junction Oval, Melbourne, on 12 November at 1:40 PM IST. According to the latest points table, Sydney Sixers occupy second place with eight points from four matches, having maintained a perfect record with four consecutive victories. Meanwhile, Melbourne Renegades sit sixth with four points from four outings, having registered two wins and suffered two defeats. As the competition progresses, Sydney will be determined to extend their unbeaten streak and strengthen their position near the top, whereas Melbourne will aim to secure another crucial victory and move higher in the standings.
Melbourne Renegades enter this encounter on the back of a commanding 36-run victory over Adelaide Strikers in their most recent completed match. Batting first, they posted an impressive 188/3 in 20 overs, with Georgia Wareham producing a spectacular unbeaten 73 off just 31 deliveries. Courtney Webb also played a valuable innings, remaining not out on 52 from 42 balls, while Hayley Matthews added 49 off 32. Melbourne’s bowlers then defended the total effectively, as Milly Illingworth claimed 3/29, Tayla Vlaeminck picked up 2/16 and Wareham contributed 1/27 to restrict Adelaide to 152/8. Sydney Sixers, meanwhile, continued their impressive run by defeating Sydney Thunder by nine runs in a rain-reduced contest. The Sixers posted 162/2 in their allotted 16 overs, thanks to Ashleigh Gardner’s explosive unbeaten 64 off 25 balls and Ellyse Perry’s composed 59 not out from 41 deliveries. Although Nadine de Klerk scored 30 off 24 and Laura Harris unleashed a quickfire 35 from just 10 balls, Thunder were eventually bowled out for 158 in 15.3 overs. Caoimhe Bray led Sydney’s bowling effort with an excellent 4/28, while Sarah Coyte provided valuable support with 2/21.
Junction Oval generally provides a balanced playing surface, offering good bounce and some early assistance to fast bowlers before batters can settle into their innings. Melbourne will look to build another imposing total through the attacking combination of Wareham, Matthews and Webb, while Vlaeminck and Illingworth will be crucial in exploiting the new-ball conditions. Nevertheless, restricting the powerful batting duo of Gardner and Perry will remain a major challenge for the Renegades. Sydney, on the other hand, possess considerable batting depth, while their bowling unit has consistently delivered important breakthroughs through players such as Bray and Coyte. Although Melbourne have demonstrated their ability to post competitive totals, Sydney’s unbeaten campaign, greater consistency and impressive recent performances make them the stronger side heading into this fixture. Sydney Sixers Women enter the contest as favourites and hold a clear advantage over Melbourne Renegades Women.
MR vs SS Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Melbourne Renegades Women | 7 |
Sydney Sixers Women | 12 |
MR vs SS Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 18°C |
Weather Forecast | Clear sky |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 150 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 60% |
MR vs SS Playing 11s (Predicted):
Melbourne Renegades Women Playing 11:
1) Olivia Porter
2) Hayley Matthews
3) Courtney Webb
4) Sophie Molineux ©
5) Tess Flintoff
6) Georgia Wareham
7) Nicole Faltum (wk)
8) Chloe Tryon
9) Deandra Dottin
10) Milly Illingworth
11) Tayla Vlaeminck
Sydney Sixers Women Playing 11:
1) Ellyse Perry
2) Sophia Dunkley
3) Amelia Kerr
4) Ashleigh Gardner ©
5) Alice Capsey (wk)
6) Erin Burns
7) Eva Ragg
8) Lauren Cheatle
9) Sarah Coyte
10) Caoimhe Bray
11) Frankie Nicklin
MR vs SS Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the head-to-head records and current performance, Sydney Sixers Women is expected to win this match.
