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Perth Scorchers Women bring a strong home record. They meet Melbourne Renegades Women in WBBL|12 Match 5 on Saturday, 31 October 2026. The game starts at W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth.
Pre-toss notice: Neither official playing XI was confirmed by the 30 October 2026, 11:05 PM IST cutoff. The toss was also pending. Treat every fantasy team below as provisional.
This PS W vs MR W Dream11 Prediction uses verified scorecards and current squad lists. Perth have not played a completed WBBL|12 game yet. Melbourne Renegades lost their opener to Sydney Thunder Women by six wickets on 29 October.
Hayley Matthews made 45 from 30 balls in that opener. Georgia Wareham made 23 from 19. Those figures show recent involvement, not a promise for this match. Perth’s latest inspected WACA results came in WBBL|11. They beat Melbourne Stars Women by 28 runs on 9 December 2025.
The main question is clear. Can Perth’s home batting core handle Melbourne’s all-round strength? Final fantasy choices need the toss, the official XI, and app role checks.
For the wider tournament schedule, see the WBBL|12 2026 schedule. The current WBBL|12 squads give the roster context used here.
What Each Team Needs
Perth need a steady start from their top order. Their latest home scores give that group a useful base. The new season still brings a fresh test.
Melbourne need better support around Matthews. Their opener ended with 138/9. That total put pressure on the bowlers. The Renegades also need their multi-skill players to stay involved.
This match has two clear fantasy paths. Perth may control the game through home batting and spin. Melbourne may answer through all-round points and a stronger chase. Neither path is safe before the toss.
Match Details
| Item | Verified Detail |
|---|---|
| Fixture | PS W vs MR W — Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women |
| Competition | Womens Big Bash League, 2026 / WBBL 12 |
| Match | 5th T20 |
| Date | Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
| Time | 1:40 PM IST / 8:10 AM GMT / 4:10 PM local |
| Venue | W.A.C.A. Ground, Perth |
| Toss And XI | Not confirmed at the research cutoff |
The Cricket Australia match centre listed this game as upcoming. It had no scorecard at the cutoff. Squad selection does not confirm match-day availability. No verified injury or withdrawal statement was found for either team.
Perth Scorchers Women Recent Form
Perth had no completed WBBL|12 match by the cutoff. These are the latest inspected WBBL|11 scorecards.
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 December 2025 | WBBL 11 | Melbourne Stars Women | 173/5 vs 145/9 | ✓ WIN by 28 runs |
| 2 December 2025 | WBBL 11 | Melbourne Renegades Women | 184/5 vs 154/9 | ✓ WIN by 30 runs |
| 22 November 2025 | WBBL 11 | Adelaide Strikers Women | 159/4 vs 158 | ✓ WIN by 1 run |
The three results show close control at home. They also come from the previous season. New squad roles can change the match picture.
Melbourne Renegades Women Recent Form
Melbourne have one completed WBBL|12 result. The older entries come from WBBL|11 and are dated clearly.
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 October 2026 | WBBL 12 | Sydney Thunder Women | 138/9 vs 140/4 | ✕ LOSS by 6 wickets |
| 2 December 2025 | WBBL 11 | Perth Scorchers Women | 154/9 vs 184/5 | ✕ LOSS by 30 runs |
| 11 November 2025 | WBBL 11 | Sydney Thunder Women | 151/6 vs 148/7 | ✓ WIN by 4 wickets |
The opener gives Melbourne one current-season batting sample. Their response at Perth remains untested. The Renegades opening-match preview offers separate WBBL|12 context.
Pitch Report And Fantasy Impact
The exact venue is the Western Australia Cricket Association Ground in Perth. This section covers recent WBBL women’s T20 evidence at that ground only.
The inspected sample has three completed scorecards. On 22 November 2025, Perth made 159/4 and beat Adelaide Strikers Women 158 by one run. On 2 December, Perth made 184/5 against Melbourne Renegades Women and won by 30 runs. On 9 December, Perth made 173/5 and beat Melbourne Stars Women 145/9 by 28 runs.
Completed team totals in this small sample run from 145/9 to 184/5. Wickets fell in every match. This is not a ground average. The available evidence has no clean denominator for a first-innings average, chase average, toss trend, or pitch rating.
For fantasy planning, top-order batters have a clear path. All-rounders can add points in both innings. Bowlers with recent wicket evidence also stay relevant. The final choice still depends on the official XI and match script. Do not treat this small sample as a fixed rule.
The scorecards show useful range, not one pattern. Perth reached 184/5 in the inspected meeting with Melbourne. The lowest listed total was Melbourne Stars Women’s 145/9 against Perth. Both batting depth and wickets matter when building teams. A balanced card can cover either match shape.
Head-To-Head In Recent WBBL Meetings
One recent same-competition meeting was inspected. On 2 December 2025, Perth Scorchers Women beat Melbourne Renegades Women by 30 runs at W.A.C.A. Ground. Perth made 184/5. Melbourne replied with 154/9.
Sophie Devine scored 40 from 28 balls and took 4/25. Georgia Wareham scored 43 for Melbourne. This is one recent WBBL meeting, not a full historical record. It is context only and cannot decide the 31 October 2026 result.
Probable Playing XIs – Not Confirmed
These are editorial candidates from current WBBL|12 squad evidence. Recent scorecards support some roles. They do not confirm the final XI. Check the official team sheets after the toss.
Perth Scorchers Women Editorial Candidates
| Player | Editorial Role |
|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | WK |
| Ines McKeon | WK |
| Katie Mack | BAT |
| Mikayla Friday | BAT |
| Taneale Peschel | BAT |
| Sophie Devine | AR |
| Freya Kemp | AR |
| Fatima Sana | AR |
| Amy Edgar | AR |
| Alana King | BOWL |
| Lilly Mills | BOWL |
Melbourne Renegades Women Editorial Candidates
| Player | Editorial Role |
|---|---|
| Nicole Faltum | WK |
| Sophie Reid | WK |
| Courtney Webb | BAT |
| Olivia Porter | BAT |
| Annie Wikman | BAT |
| Hayley Matthews | AR |
| Deandra Dottin | AR |
| Chloe Tryon | AR |
| Georgia Wareham | AR |
| Tayla Vlaeminck | BOWL |
| Milly Illingworth | BOWL |
The role labels are editorial only. The fantasy app may classify players differently. Confirm starters, roles, and credits after the official XI. No player was verified as ruled out by the cutoff.
Six Provisional Dream11 Scenario Teams
Team 1: Balanced Home Core
Perth’s home core supplies batting and spin. Renegades add seven players for balance.
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WK: Beth Mooney
BAT: Katie Mack, Courtney Webb, Olivia Porter, Annie Wikman
AR: Sophie Devine, Hayley Matthews, Georgia Wareham
BOWL: Alana King, Tayla Vlaeminck, Milly Illingworth
Captain: Sophie Devine · Vice-Captain: Hayley Matthews
Risk: Perth have not played a completed WBBL|12 match.
Team 2: Perth Top-Order Push
This script backs Perth’s top order and all-round core at home. It keeps three Renegades bowlers.
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WK: Nicole Faltum
BAT: Katie Mack, Taneale Peschel, Courtney Webb, Annie Wikman
AR: Sophie Devine, Freya Kemp, Chloe Tryon
BOWL: Alana King, Lilly Mills, Tayla Vlaeminck
Captain: Katie Mack · Vice-Captain: Chloe Tryon
Risk: The batting order and final XI can change after the toss.
Team 3: Renegades All-Round Reply
Renegades’ multi-skill players lead the reply after their opening loss. Perth’s bowlers cover wicket upside.
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WK: Ines McKeon
BAT: Mikayla Friday, Katie Mack, Olivia Porter, Courtney Webb
AR: Fatima Sana, Sophie Devine, Hayley Matthews
BOWL: Lilly Mills, Tayla Vlaeminck, Milly Illingworth
Captain: Hayley Matthews · Vice-Captain: Fatima Sana
Risk: The Renegades have only one completed WBBL|12 scorecard.
Team 4: Wicket-Taking Middle Overs
This is a bowling-led build. Four middle-order batters support three all-rounders.
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WK: Nicole Faltum
BAT: Katie Mack, Taneale Peschel, Courtney Webb, Olivia Porter
AR: Freya Kemp, Deandra Dottin, Georgia Wareham
BOWL: Alana King, Tayla Vlaeminck, Lilly Mills
Captain: Georgia Wareham · Vice-Captain: Alana King
Risk: A high-scoring WACA game could reduce bowling value.
Team 5: All-Rounder Safety Net
Four all-rounders cover both innings. The split stays close for a tight contest.
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WK: Nicole Faltum
BAT: Katie Mack, Mikayla Friday, Taneale Peschel, Courtney Webb
AR: Sophie Devine, Fatima Sana, Hayley Matthews
BOWL: Alana King, Tayla Vlaeminck, Milly Illingworth
Captain: Fatima Sana · Vice-Captain: Hayley Matthews
Risk: Some all-rounders may not bowl their full spells.
Team 6: Chase And Recovery Script
This chase script pairs Perth’s top-order options with Renegades all-rounders and pace.
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WK: Beth Mooney
BAT: Katie Mack, Mikayla Friday, Courtney Webb, Annie Wikman
AR: Freya Kemp, Chloe Tryon, Georgia Wareham
BOWL: Alana King, Lilly Mills, Tayla Vlaeminck
Captain: Beth Mooney · Vice-Captain: Chloe Tryon
Risk: The chase angle depends on the toss and match-day XI.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
Captain and vice-captain choices must wait for final checks. Use these options only when each player starts.
- Sophie Devine: The 2025 WACA meeting produced 40 runs and 4/25. Risk: that evidence is old and her role may change.
- Beth Mooney: Her top-order role gives batting access at home. Risk: her place still needs official confirmation.
- Hayley Matthews: She scored 45 in the WBBL|12 opener. Risk: one current-season innings is a small sample.
- Georgia Wareham: She made 43 in the recent WACA meeting and offers two skills. Risk: her batting position can move.
- Alana King: Recent WACA scorecards show wicket-taking leg-spin. Risk: the venue sample is small.
- Fatima Sana: Her all-round role can cover both innings. Risk: she had no WBBL|12 scorecard by the cutoff.
Toss-Day Fantasy Repair Checklist
- Confirm both official XIs.
- Remove every non-starter.
- Check app roles and credits.
- Keep no more than seven players per side.
- Recheck the batting order and bowling plan.
- Reassess the venue script after the toss.
A team card is not final until these checks pass. For another current-season format example, see BH W vs SS W Dream11 Prediction.
Top 3 Player Battles
Beth Mooney Versus Hayley Matthews
This is a top-order control matchup. Mooney may shape Perth’s start. Matthews brings current-season batting evidence and all-round value. There is no verified direct ball-by-ball record used here.
Sophie Devine Versus Georgia Wareham
Devine has the stronger recent WACA match impact. Wareham scored 43 in that same meeting. Both can affect more than one phase. Their final roles remain unconfirmed.
Alana King Versus The Renegades Middle Order
King’s leg-spin can test the middle overs. The Renegades need a steady reply after their opener. This is a conditional tactical matchup, not a claimed player head-to-head record.
Key Players To Watch
Sophie Devine
Devine made 40 and took 4/25 in the latest inspected PS W versus MR W meeting. The evidence is useful at this ground. Her final workload and XI place remain unknown.
Beth Mooney
Mooney is in the current Perth squad. Her top-order role makes her relevant in a batting-led script. She must first appear in the official XI.
Hayley Matthews
Matthews scored 45 from 30 balls against Sydney Thunder Women. That is Melbourne’s clearest current-season batting signal. One innings cannot prove a repeat.
Georgia Wareham
Wareham made 23 from 19 in the opener. She also made 43 at WACA in December 2025. Her place in the batting order can change.
Alana King
King took wickets in the inspected WACA scorecards. Leg-spin may matter if the middle overs grip. The sample remains small.
Fatima Sana
Sana is a current Perth all-round option. Her two-skill profile suits several team scripts. No WBBL|12 match scorecard was available by the cutoff.
Match Winner Prediction
Perth Scorchers Women have a qualified home-ground lean. They won the latest inspected meeting and three recent WACA WBBL games. The lean is provisional because Perth have no completed WBBL|12 result and neither official XI was confirmed.
Melbourne Renegades Women still have strong all-round options. Their opener loss also leaves room for a clear response. The final call should wait for the toss and confirmed teams.
FAQs
1. When Is PS W vs MR W Match 5?
Perth Scorchers Women play Melbourne Renegades Women on Saturday, 31 October 2026. The match starts at 1:40 PM IST, 8:10 AM GMT, and 4:10 PM local time. W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth hosts the game.
2. Is The Playing XI Confirmed?
No. Both official XIs and the toss were unconfirmed at the 30 October 2026, 11:05 PM IST cutoff. Check the team sheets before using any fantasy card.
3. What Does The WACA Evidence Show?
The inspected sample covers three recent WBBL women’s T20 scorecards at W.A.C.A. Completed totals range from 145/9 to 184/5. No supported ground average is available from this sample.
4. Which Recent PS W Vs MR W Result Matters?
Perth beat Melbourne by 30 runs at W.A.C.A. on 2 December 2025. Perth made 184/5 and Melbourne made 154/9. It is useful context, not a guarantee for 31 October 2026.
