Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers: Women’s BBL 2025 Opener at WACA
The Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers, two star-studded teams, faced off on the opening day of the Women’s Big Bash League 2025 at the WACA stadium.
Team Leaders and Toss Outcome
Sophie Devine captains the Perth Scorchers, while Ashleigh Gardner leads the Sydney Sixers. Winning the toss, Devine elected for her team to bat first.
Squad Highlights
- Perth Scorchers: Features players such as Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney, Alana King, and Freya Kemp. They won their only WBBL title in the 2021/22 season.
- Sydney Sixers: Includes stars like Sophia Dunkley, Amelia Kerr, Ellyse Perry, and Ashleigh Gardner. They have two titles from the 2016/17 and 2017/18 seasons.
“Sophie Devine's Perth Scorchers are all set to begin their Women's Big Bash League 2025 campaign against Ashleigh Gardner's Sydney Sixers in what is going to be a clash between two star-studded line-ups at the WACA.”
The match is highly anticipated as both teams bring experienced and talented squads eager to claim the early advantage in the 2025 season.
Author's summary: Two powerhouse teams opened the Women’s BBL 2025 at WACA, with Perth choosing to bat first under Sophie Devine’s leadership against Ashleigh Gardner’s formidable Sixers.