Women's Big Bash League 2021/22: Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers: Preview, fantasy tips, probable XIs

The final of the Women's Big Bash League 2021/22 will have Perth Scorchers pitted against Adelaide Strikers at Perth Stadium, on 27 November.

The Strikers defeated Brisbane Heat by eight wickets in the Eliminator, and Melbourne Renegades by nine wickets in the Challenger, to seal their spot in the final. In both games, their bowlers rose up to the occasion, restricting the opponents to below-par totals. Amanda-Jade Wellington claimed a five-for in the Eliminator. 

They restricted the Renegades to a mere 83/8, Megan Schutt and Darcie Brown picking up two wickets apiece. Then they chased down the target in 10.5 overs.

The Scorchers, meanwhile, finished at the top of the points table. In their last game, they defeated Sydney Sixers by eight wickets. Alana King, Lilly Mills and Heather Graham have been impressive with ball so far. Chloe Piparo scored 50 in 39 balls as they chased down 129 in 17.1 overs.

Betway Fantasy Tips

• Among bowlers, pick Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, and Lilly Mills.
• Make either Sophie Devine or Beth Mooney as captain.

Likely XIs

Perth Scorchers: Sophie Devine (c), Beth Mooney (wk), Chloe Piparo, Mathilda Carmichael, Piepa Cleary, Amy Louise Edgar, Heather Graham, Marizanne Kapp, Alana King, Taneale Peschel, Lilly Mills

Adelaide Strikers: Dane van Niekerk, Katie Mack, Laura Wolvaardt, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson, Madeline Penna, Amanda Wellington, Tegan McPharlin (wk), Sarah Coyte, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown

Fantasy XI:

Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney (c), Katie Mack, Tahlia McGrath, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Marizanne Kapp, Lilly Mills, Sarah Coyte, Heather Graham, Darcie Brown