In the Women’s National Cricket League (WNCL) 2026-27, Western Australia put together a strong campaign last season, finishing third on the ladder with 31 points from 7 wins and a positive net run rate of +0.137. Tasmania had a much tougher ride, finishing sixth after winning 3 of their 12 matches and accumulating 15 points. Heading into this day-night clash at the WACA, Western Australia looks to maintain their upper hand, while Tasmania seeks a fresh momentum shift.
Squads:
Western Australia Women’s Cricket Team
Chloe Piparo, Ines McKeon, Mathilda Carmichael, Mikayla Hinkley, Amy Edgar, Charis Bekker, Rebecca McGrath, Taneale Peschel, Beth Mooney, Maddy Darke, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Ebony Hoskin, Heather Graham, Lilly Mills, Maddie White, Piepa Cleary, Shay Manolini, Zoe Britcliffe
Tasmania Tigers Women’s Cricket Team
Elyse Villani, Naomi Stalenberg, Rachel Trenaman, Ruth Johnston, Tabatha Saville, Ava Curtis, Kathryn Bryce, Nicola Carey, Emma Manix-Geeves, Lizelle Lee, Amy Smith, Callie Wilson, Courtney Sippel, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Lauren Smith, Maisy Gibson, Sara Kennedy
Players to watch out:
Chloe Piparo
Chloe Piparo led Western Australia’s batting effort with superb consistency, racking up 593 runs in 12 innings. She averaged nearly 50 (49.41) while maintaining an attacking strike rate of 85.94. With 4 half-centuries and a sublime top score of 119, she consistently set up strong platforms at the top of the order.
Rachel Trenaman
Rachel Trenaman had an outstanding run-scoring season for Tasmania, hammering 648 runs in just 11 innings. She played with remarkable consistency, averaging a staggering 81.00 while striking at 84.92. She notched up two big centuries—including a top score of 139*—and 3 half-centuries, making her one of the most dangerous batters in the competition.
Amy Edgar
Amy Edgar produced a remarkable season for Western Australia, picking up 17 wickets in just 6 matches. She was lethal with the ball, averaging an incredible 15.52 with an economy rate of 4.55 over 58 overs. Her campaign was highlighted by a brilliant five-wicket haul (5/43), making her one of the most effective strike bowlers per game in the league.
Kathryn Bryce
Kathryn Bryce delivered consistent results for Tasmania, grabbing 14 wickets in her 8 appearances. She maintained great accuracy throughout her 71 overs, keeping things tight with a miserly 4.47 economy rate and a solid average of 22.71. Her best figures of 3/34 showed her ability to apply pressure early and strike at crucial phases of the innings.
Pitch:
The historic WACA Ground in Perth boasts one of the most famous pitches in world cricket, crafted from clay-rich West Australian soil that creates an exceptionally hard and fast surface. Fast bowlers thrive on its iconic pace and steep, carry-heavy bounce, while batters who can manage the high ball can scoring rapidly off the quick outfield.
Weather:
The weather will feature partly sunny conditions with a high of 19°C and an overnight low near 13°C, alongside light westerly winds and a slight 15% chance of a passing shower.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Chloe Piparo, Ines McKeon, Mathilda Carmichael, Mikayla Hinkley, Amy Edgar, Charis Bekker, Elyse Villani, Naomi Stalenberg, Rachel Trenaman, Ruth Johnston, Tabatha Saville
Match Details:
Venue – Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on cricket.com.au.
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