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The second match of the WBBL at Junction Oval, Melbourne on 29th October at 1:40 PM IST will feature Melbourne Stars Women against Hobart Hurricanes Women.
Get the best MS vs HB Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd match of the WBBL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Hot Picks for MS vs HB Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Annabel Sutherland – Sutherland has established herself as a valuable WBBL all-rounder, scoring 1,506 runs in 110 matches and claiming 100 wickets for the Melbourne Stars. Her highest score is 72, while her best bowling figures of 4/20 demonstrate her impact with the ball. |
Lizelle Lee – Lee has been a prolific attacking batter throughout her WBBL career, accumulating approximately 2,714 runs, with a highest score of 150. Her powerful strokeplay and ability to dominate the powerplay have made her one of the competition’s most dangerous opening batters. |
Top Picks:
Chamari Athapaththu – The Sri Lankan star has delivered across both departments, recording 1,294 runs and 33 wickets in 69 WBBL matches. Her highest score is 80, and her right-arm off-spin has added another dimension to her contribution. |
Meg Lanning – Lanning’s WBBL career features an impressive 3,777 runs in 114 matches, including 35 half-centuries and two centuries. With a highest score of 135 and a batting average of 40.18, she has consistently anchored her teams’ top order. |
Budget Picks:
Linsey Smith – Smith has made her mark primarily as a left-arm orthodox spinner, collecting 33 wickets in 34 WBBL matches. Her best figures are 2/8, reflecting her ability to restrict scoring while creating opportunities for wickets. |
Danielle Gibson – Gibson combines right-handed batting with right-arm medium-fast bowling, giving her genuine all-round value. In the 2025 WBBL season, she scored 170 runs in 11 matches, including a highest score of 39, and struck at 139.34. |
MS vs HB WBBL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Annabel Sutherland & Lizelle Lee |
Vice-Captain | Chamari Athapaththu & Meg Lanning |
MS vs HB Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Amy Jones, Lizelle Lee
- Batters – Meg Lanning
- All-Rounders – Chamari Athapaththu (VC), Annabel Sutherland ©, Heather Graham, Nicola Carey, Chinelle Henry
- Bowlers – Kim Garth, Charlie Dean, Lauren Smith
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MS vs HB Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Amy Jones, Lizelle Lee ©
- Batters – Meg Lanning (VC)
- All-Rounders – Chamari Athapaththu, Annabel Sutherland, Heather Graham, Nicola Carey, Danielle Gibson
- Bowlers – Linsey Smith, Charlie Dean, Lauren Smith
MS vs HB Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2 WBBL 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Z Samuel | NA | NA |
K Pelle | NA | NA |
MS vs HB Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2 WBBL 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Chamari Athapaththu |
GL Captaincy Choice | Lizelle Lee |
Punt Picks | Linsey Smith and Danielle Gibson |
Dream11 Combination | 2-1-5-3 |
MS vs HB Match Preview:
Melbourne Stars Women will face defending champions Hobart Hurricanes Women in the second match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2026 on Thursday, 29 October, at Junction Oval in Melbourne. The match will begin at 1:40 PM IST. Both teams will look to open their campaigns with a victory, as Meg Lanning leads the Stars and Nicola Carey captains the Hurricanes. With both sides eager to build early momentum, this encounter promises an exciting contest.
Melbourne Stars Women have a well-balanced squad featuring experienced players such as Lanning, Annabel Sutherland, Kim Garth and Amy Jones. Lanning will look to provide a steady start at the top, while Sutherland can contribute with both bat and ball. Meanwhile, Danielle Gibson and Charlotte Dean add valuable all-round options, and Sophie Day strengthens the spin attack. Playing at home could also benefit the Stars, who will aim to put the defending champions under pressure from the powerplay and maintain control throughout the innings.
Hobart Hurricanes Women, meanwhile, will enter the tournament as defending champions with a versatile lineup featuring Chamari Athapaththu, Lizelle Lee, Chinelle Henry, Heather Graham and captain Nicola Carey. Athapaththu can attack the bowlers early, while Lee brings power and wicketkeeping experience. In addition, Carey and Graham provide balance through their all-round abilities, while Linsey Smith and Molly Strano offer useful spin options. The Hurricanes also hold a historical advantage, having won 13 of their 21 previous WBBL meetings with the Stars, compared with eight victories for Melbourne. Therefore, Hobart will aim to build on that record, although the Stars will be determined to challenge the defending champions on their home ground.
MS vs HB Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Melbourne Stars Women | 7 |
Hobart Hurricanes Women | 12 |
MS vs HB Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 18°C |
Weather Forecast | Cool |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 150 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 45% |
MS vs HB Playing 11s (Predicted):
Melbourne Stars Women Playing 11:
1) Meg Lanning ©
2) Amy Jones (wk)
3) Annabel Sutherland
4) Danielle Gibson
5) Kim Garth
6) Naomi Stalenberg
7) Carly Leeson
8) Charlie Dean
9) Rhys McKenna
10) Maisy Gibson
11) Sophie Day
Hobart Hurricanes Women Playing 11:
1) Chamari Athapaththu
2) Lizelle Lee
3) Maddy Green
4) Nicola Carey ©
5) Chinelle Henry
6) Heather Graham
7) Ella Hayward
8) Hayley Silver-Holmes
9) Linsey Smith
10) Molly Strano
11) Lauren Smith
MS vs HB Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the squad strength, Melbourne Stars Women is expected to win this match.
