MS-W vs HH-W Match Prediction, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Team – Who Will Win Today’s Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women 2nd Match? – WBBL 2026

The last time these teams met, Hobart won by 81 runs. Just five days before that, the Stars beat them by 37 runs at this same ground. Tonight, under Junction Oval’s first-ever floodlights, one of them takes the lead.

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MS-W vs HH-W Match Preview

It’s a big night at Junction Oval. The new floodlights switch on for the first time, and the Melbourne Stars face the Hobart Hurricanes in the 2nd match of the WBBL season. For this MS-W vs HH-W match prediction, the Hurricanes start as slight favourites.

Form is the big difference. The Stars have lost their last four games, while the Hurricanes have won three of their last four completed matches. Still, these two teams are split 2-2 in their last four meetings, so nothing is decided yet.

The battle at the top could settle it. Meg Lanning has 419 runs at an average of 52.38 for the Stars, while Lizelle Lee scores at a strike rate of almost 157 for Hobart. That makes both of them must-have names in any MS-W vs HH-W fantasy prediction.

With the ball, Sophie Day leads the way with 16 wickets for the Stars. Hobart answer with Linsey Smith and Heather Graham, who have 14 wickets each.

MS-W vs HH-W Match Details

Here are the key details for the MS-W vs HH-W 2nd Match.

MS-W vs HH-W Pitch Report – Junction Oval, Melbourne

Junction Oval has been a balanced pitch in recent WBBL games. Most first-innings scores here last season were between 141 and 160.

Both pace and spin take wickets. In the Melbourne derby here last season, the Stars’ Maisy Gibson took 3/17 and Kim Garth took 2/18. Spinners are useful in the middle overs, and fast bowlers who hit good lengths stay in the game.

The Stars defended 151 against Hobart here last season. Chasing has also worked when the target is around 150. Since this is the first night game at this ground, nobody knows yet how the pitch will play under lights.

MS-W vs HH-W Weather Report – Melbourne

The forecast for Thursday in Melbourne is mostly dry, with only a 10% chance of rain, so we should get a full game. It will be around 19°C in the afternoon, dropping to about 9°C later at night. This match starts at 7:10 PM local time, so it will be a cold evening, and the second half of the game will be played fully under lights.

MS-W vs HH-W Recent Form

The recent WBBL results of both teams provide some context ahead of this match.

Data Source: ESPNcricinfo

MS-W vs HH-W Head-to-Head Record

The recent meetings between these teams are evenly split, with two wins each and one no result.

Data Source: ESPNcricinfo

MS-W vs HH-W Probable Playing XI

The probable playing XIs for the 2nd Match are as follows.

Melbourne Stars Women:
 

Meg Lanning, Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland, Dani Gibson, Naomi Stalenberg, Kim Garth, Charlie Dean, Sophie Day, Maisy Gibson, Rhys McKenna, Georgia Prestwidge

Hobart Hurricanes Women:

 Lizelle Lee, Chamari Athapaththu, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Ruth Johnston, Rachel Trenaman, Kate Pelle (WK), Hayley Silver-Holmes, Amy Smith, Linsey Smith, Molly Strano

Top Picks for MS-W vs HH-W Fantasy Prediction

These players stand out based on their recent performances and current statistics.

Top Batting Picks

• Meg Lanning (MS-W, BAT) — 419 runs in her last 10 games at an average of 52.38. The top run-scorer in this contest.
• Lizelle Lee (HH-W, BAT) — 292 runs in her last 10 games at a strike rate of 156.98. The fastest scorer on either side.
• Amy Jones (MS-W, BAT/WK) — 221 runs in her last 10 games. Keeps wicket too, so she can earn catch points.
• Nicola Carey (HH-W, ALL) — 128 runs in her last 10 games at an average of 32.

Top Bowling Picks

• Sophie Day (MS-W, ALL) — 16 wickets in her last 10 games, taking a wicket almost every 10 balls. The leading wicket-taker in this contest.
• Kim Garth (MS-W, ALL) — 14 wickets in her last 10 games at an economy of 7.17. Took 2/18 at this ground last season.
• Linsey Smith (HH-W, BOWL) — 14 wickets in her last 10 games at an economy of 7.11. The tightest bowler in this match.
• Heather Graham (HH-W, ALL) — 14 wickets in her last 10 games. She can also bat, so she has two ways to score.

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Fantasy Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

For Fantasy Team 1

Lizelle Lee (Captain):

She has 292 runs in her last 10 games at a strike rate of 156.98. She opens the batting for the Hurricanes, who come in with better form, so she should face plenty of balls.

Meg Lanning (Vice-Captain):

She has 419 runs in her last 10 games at an average of 52.38, the most of anyone here. She rarely gets out cheaply, which makes her a very safe pick.

For Fantasy Team 2

Sophie Day (Captain):

She has 16 wickets in her last 10 games and takes a wicket almost every 10 balls. Most people will pick a batter as captain, so Day gives you a real edge if the Stars bowl well.

Kim Garth (Vice-Captain):

She has 14 wickets in her last 10 games at an economy of 7.17, and she took 2/18 at this ground last season. She can also bat, so she has two ways to earn points.

MS-W vs HH-W D11 Fantasy Team 1

A safe team built around the two best batters in this match.

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MS-W vs HH-W D11 Fantasy Team 2

A riskier team built around the Stars’ bowlers doing well, for grand leagues.

MS-W vs HH-W Toss Prediction

Toss Prediction: Bowl first

This is the first night game at Junction Oval, so there’s no past data on how the pitch plays under lights. In cases like this, captains usually prefer to chase so they know the target. Chasing around 150 has also worked well here, and the cold night could bring some dew later.

Read Also: Bat First or Bowl First? A Complete Guide to Making the Right Toss Decision in Cricket

Melbourne Stars Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women Prediction

Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes Women to Win

The Hurricanes come in with better form, winning three of their last four completed games. Lizelle Lee gives them a fast start, and Linsey Smith and Heather Graham have 14 wickets each.

The Stars have Meg Lanning in great form and a strong bowling attack led by Sophie Day. They also beat Hobart here last season. But after four straight losses, the Stars need to turn things around, and the Hurricanes have a slight edge.