Venue: Bellerive Oval
Match Type: WBBL
Date: November 18, 2025
The WBBL action continues as the Hobart Hurricanes take on the Adelaide Strikers at the scenic Bellerive Oval. With both squads stacked with international experience and all-round depth, this contest promises high-quality cricket featuring power-packed batting and incisive seam-spin combinations.
AI Cricket Prediction Summary
| Scenario | Hobart Hurricanes Win Probability | Adelaide Strikers Win Probability |
| If Hobart bat first | 59% | 41% |
| If Adelaide bat first | 63% (Hobart) | 37% |
According to SPODA’s AI cricket model, Hobart Hurricanes enter as favourites in both scenarios, thanks to their all-round balance and stronger middle-order impact, especially in pressure overs.
Predicted First Innings Score
| Venue | Avg First Innings | Predicted Winning Score |
| Bellerive Oval | ~150 | 155–165 Runs |
Bellerive Oval traditionally offers true bounce with early seam movement, but set batters have historically cashed in during the middle overs. Anything above 160 could prove competitive, especially if the bowling units hit their lengths.
Expected First Innings Wickets
| Metric | Prediction |
| Wickets Expected | 7–8 wickets |
The pitch assists both seamers and finger spinners, making wickets in clusters highly likely.
Predicted Top Batters
| Player | Team | Chance of Scoring 30+ Runs |
| Laura Wolvaardt | Adelaide | 38.82% |
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | Hobart | 36.70% |
| Danielle Wyatt-Hodge | Hobart | 35.71% |
AI Insight: Wolvaardt’s timing against pace and Sciver-Brunt’s ability to dominate spin make them central to the innings flow. Wyatt-Hodge remains a key powerplay aggressor capable of shifting early momentum.
Predicted Top Bowlers
| Player | Team | Chance of Taking 2+ Wickets |
| Hayley Silver-Holmes | Hobart | 53.85% |
| Heather Graham | Hobart | 47.06% |
| Sophie Ecclestone | Adelaide | 42.86% |
AI Insight: Silver-Holmes’ new-ball swing and Graham’s variations in the middle overs give Hobart a strong wicket-taking edge. Ecclestone’s left-arm spin remains Adelaide’s biggest weapon, especially against right-hand dominated phases.
Squad Overview
| Hobart Hurricanes Squad | Adelaide Strikers Squad |
| Elyse Villani (C), Lizelle Lee (WK), Lauren Smith, Nicola Carey, Rachel Trenaman, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Heather Graham, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Linsey Smith, Kathryn Bryce, Ruth Johnston, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Callie Wilson. | Tahlia McGrath (C), Bridget Patterson (WK), Jemma Barsby, Tammy Beaumont, Darcie Brown, Sophie Ecclestone, Ellie Johnston, Eleanor Larosa, Anesu Mushangwe, Maddie Penna, Megan Schutt, Tabatha Saville, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Ella Wilson, Laura Wolvaardt. |
SPODA’s Final Match Prediction
| Prediction Metric | Value |
| Winning Team (AI Model) | Hobart Hurricanes |
| Expected Match Impact Player | Nat Sciver-Brunt |
| Predicted Winning Margin | 12–18 runs or 5 wickets |
SPODA AI Verdict
Hobart Hurricanes enter this clash with a slight but clear analytical advantage, driven by their stronger all-round balance and superior wicket-taking potential. Adelaide’s hopes hinge on Wolvaardt anchoring the innings and Ecclestone dictating control in the middle overs.
Expect a competitive match where a first-innings score of 160 could be the deciding factor.
