In a well-executed match at Junction Oval, Melbourne, on November 29, 2025, Melbourne Stars Girls defeated Melbourne Renegades Girls by 45 runs in the 28th match of the Girls’s Massive Bash League (WBBL). The Stars posted a stable 160/5 of their allotted 20 overs, with Meg Lanning main from the entrance with an unbeaten 73. The Renegades, in response, might solely handle 115/10 in 16.3 overs, with standout performances from Deandra Dottin and Issy Wong unable to salvage the chase.
WBBL|11: Meg Lanning’s captaincy shines as Melbourne Stars arrange a defendable goal
The Stars’ innings was anchored by captain Lanning, who produced a masterclass with the bat, scoring 73* off 58 balls, a knock that included 7 boundaries and a six. Lanning’s regular but aggressive method allowed the Stars to achieve 160/5 of their 20 overs.
Regardless of a fast 65-run opening stand, the Stars confronted a number of setbacks within the center overs as wickets fell at common intervals. Rhys McKenna‘s early dismissal, adopted by Amy Jones and Annabel Sutherland‘s fast exits, saved the stress on. Nevertheless, the decrease order remained regular, and Kim Garth and Danielle Gibson made important contributions in direction of the top. Lanning’s composed knock ensured the Stars had sufficient runs on the board for a defendable whole.
The Renegades’ bowlers, significantly Milly Illingworth, put in a aggressive effort, with Illingworth claiming three wickets for simply 19 runs. Nevertheless, their efforts fell quick, and the Stars have been in a position to publish a complete that will show tough for the Renegades to chase down, organising an exciting end.
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WBBL|11: Melbourne Renegades’ chase falls quick regardless of Deandra Dottin’s resilience
The Renegades began their chase with an explosive intent however quickly discovered themselves in hassle, dropping wickets at common intervals. Deandra Dottin’s 23 off 21 balls was the best contribution for the Renegades, however as soon as she fell, the center order collapsed. Sarah Coyte and Alice Capsey additionally struggled, contributing solely 4 and 15 runs respectively. Renegades have been diminished to 39/4 by the seventh over, with Georgia Wareham, Alice Capsey and Naomi Stoltenberg all dismissed early.
The Renegades’ chase was fully derailed by a outstanding bowling efficiency from the Stars, led by Marizanne Kapp and Annabel Sutherland. Kapp picked up a vital wicket and bowled economically, whereas Sutherland’s spell resulted in a key breakthrough. The Stars’ bowlers saved the stress excessive, with Maisy Gibson and Rhys McKenna chipping in with tight spells that didn’t permit the Renegades to construct partnerships. Regardless of a spirited effort from Issy Wong, who scored a quick-fire 20, the Renegades in the end fell quick, ending their innings at 115/10 in 16.3 overs.
Complete victory for Melbourne Stars! Defending 160, they bowled out the Renegades for simply 115 in 16.3 overs 🙌#WBBL2025 pic.twitter.com/edpMIinDzq
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) November 29, 2025
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