WBBL08 match preview: Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers

Key match-ups, analysis, form, team news, weather forecast, tickets, TV and streaming information, odds, predictions and more ahead of the latest encounter in the 2022 Weber WBBL

What's the match?

Sydney Sixers take on Adelaide Strikers in match 13 of the WBBL; the eighth edition of the tournament.

When is it taking place?

The game is scheduled to start at 3.25pm local time (5.25am BST) on Friday, October 21.

Where is the match being played?

The Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide is set to stage this match.

Who's got the form?

Two sides in contrasting form. Sydney Sixers have made a strong start to WBBL08, defeating Brisbane Heat by four wickets, Adelaide Strikers by 17 runs and Melbourne Stars by 27 runs. The Strikers, meanwhile, are yet to pick up a point, following up their defeat against the Sixers with a four-wicket defeat against Melbourne Renegades.

Ellyse Perry has been the standout batter for the Sixers, scoring 141 runs (two half-centuries) in three innings, while Suzie Bates and Erin Burns have also made bright starts. They're yet to see the best of Alyssa Healy, but Australia's vice-captain put in a good performance against the Stars last time out, scoring 43 off 32. Maitlan Brown and Sophie Ecclestone have impressed with the ball, taking 13 wickets combined.

For the Strikers, Madeline Penna is at the top of the run-scoring charts with 57 runs. However, Deandra Dottin isn't far away from a blockbuster performance, scoring her 36 runs at a strike rate of 171.42. Megan Schutt is the leading wicket-taker, with three.

^{Sophie Ecclestone wreaked havoc when these two sides met in Mackay [Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images]}

What's the key match-up?

When the two sides met in Mackay, Bates and Perry went to town against Adelaide's bowlers, smashing 82 (67) and 58 (44), respectively.

However, the Strikers' bigger issue was Ecclestone, whose bowling they had no answer to. The England spinner picked up 4 for 17 from four overs, including the wickets of Dottin and Tahlia McGrath, and also ran out Laura Wolvaardt. How they handle her spin will be crucial in determining the outcome of this match.

What's the weather forecast?

Sunny conditions are expected in Adelaide, with temperatures hovering around 20 degrees Celsius.

What is the team news?

Adelaide Strikers have added two players - Meagan Dixon and Ella Wilson - to their matchday squad.

Sydney Sixers are unlikely to make any changes after winning three matches in a row.

^{Deandra Dottin is beginning to fire for the Strikers [Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images]}

What are the squads?

Sydney Sixers: Ellyse Perry (c), Jade Allen, Suzie Bates, Nicole Bolton, Maitlan Brown, Erin Burns, Stella Campbell, Lauren Cheatle, Sophie Ecclestone, Ash Gardner, Ange Genford, Alyssa Healy, Kate Peterson

Adelaide Strikers: Jemma Barsby, Darcie Brown, Deandra Dottin, Tahlia McGrath, Tegan McPharlin, Annie O’Neil, Bridget Patterson, Maddie Penna, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Laura Wolvaardt, Ella Wilson, Anesu Mushangwe, Meagan Dixon, Katie Mack

What are the possible starting XIs?

Sydney Sixers: Alyssa Healy, Suzie Bates, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Erin Burns, Maitlan Brown, Nicole Bolton, Sophie Ecclestone, Ange Genford, Lauren Cheatle, Kate Peterson

Adelaide Strikers: Deandra Dottin, Katie Mack, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath, Bridget Patterson, Madeline Penna, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Tegan McPharlin, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

What are the odds?

Sydney Sixers are the favourites for this clash, with odds of 4/6. The Strikers are available at 11/8.

What's the prediction?

Sydney Sixers are on a three-match winning streak and look in good touch under new head coach, Charlotte Edwards. Sixers win.

Are tickets available?

Yes, tickets are available for this fixture which is the second half of a double-header with Melbourne Renegades versus Brisbane Heat. Tickets are available via Intix.

Where can I watch the game?

Sky Sports holds the UK rights for the WBBL. This game will be shown on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event from 9am (BST).

In Australia, fans will be able to watch all 59 matches in the WBBL live and free on either the Seven Network or cricket.com.au

A total of 24 games will be televised on free-to-air on Seven and simulcast on Foxtel and Kayo, while the remaining 35 games will be shown on Foxtel and Kayo Sports and also live streamed for free on cricket.com.au.