HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match Preview: Bold WBBL Clash Insight

HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match Preview: Bold WBBL Clash Insight

The HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match of the WBBL 2025/26 season isn’t just another league game—it’s a genuine top-of-the-table battle. Hobart Hurricanes Women and Melbourne Stars Women arrive with strong momentum, sharp form, and a lot at stake. With both teams eyeing a top-two finish, this contest carries serious weight.

Match Details – HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match

Match: 32nd Match, WBBL 2025/26
Teams: Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W) vs Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W)
Date: Monday, December 01, 2025
Time: 1:40 PM / 8:10 AM (GMT) / 7:10 PM (LOCAL)
Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

The Hurricanes return home for this crucial clash, while the Stars travel to Hobart with the best momentum in the league.

WBBL 2025/26 Points Table (Updated to Nov 30, 2025)

This match has direct playoff implications. A win for either team can shape the race for the top two.

PosTeamMWLN/RPTNRR
1Hobart Hurricanes (HH-W)862012+0.171
2Melbourne Stars (MS-W)751111+2.175
3Sydney Sixers63217−0.533
4Melbourne Renegades84408+0.140

Data updated as of November 30, 2025.

A key takeaway here:
Despite one less game, the Stars are only one point behind and boast a massive NRR advantage. Their dominance in victories is evident and gives them an edge entering the HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match.

Recent Performances – In-Depth Momentum Check

To understand the rhythm of this contest, here’s a quick look at the last five games from both sides.

TeamLast 5 Matches (Most Recent First)Momentum
HH-WW, L, L, W, WBack to winning ways after a two-game slump
MS-WW, W, W, W, LFour-match winning streak and high confidence

HH-W vs MS-W recent performances analysis (Natural Breakdown)

Hobart Hurricanes (HH-W):
The Hurricanes opened their season well but hit a brief dip with back-to-back defeats—including one against the Stars. However, their bounce-back win on 29th November showed renewed discipline in chasing. Danielle Wyatt-Hodge and Lizelle Lee have played the role of stabilizers, while Heather Graham’s 14 wickets make her arguably the most dangerous bowler in the tournament.

Melbourne Stars (MS-W):
The Stars have been ruthless. Their four consecutive wins define their confidence, and their dominant victory over the Hurricanes on November 26 (a 37-run margin) will be fresh in both camps’ minds. Meg Lanning leads the tournament with 327 runs, and Marizanne Kapp’s recent 93* was described by one analyst as:
“A masterclass in pacing a T20 innings under pressure.”

Their balance and execution make MS-W the most complete team of the season so far.

HH-W vs MS-W head-to-head record

DateWinnerMargin
26-Nov-2025StarsWon by 37 runs
24-Oct-2025HurricanesWon by 6 wickets
03-Nov-2024StarsWon by 7 wickets
19-Oct-2024No ResultNR
17-Nov-2023HurricanesWon by 8 wickets

Overall WBBL head-to-head:
Hurricanes lead with 13 wins, Stars have 8 wins, and 1 NR.

A former WBBL commentator once noted:
“These two teams play some of the most tactical cricket in the WBBL—every meeting feels like a mini-final.”
That perfectly fits the intensity of the HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match.

Pitch & Venue Report – Bellerive Oval, Hobart

  • Offers true bounce and clean pace off the surface
  • Batters enjoy stroke-making early
  • Seamers get value in the first six overs
  • Dew rarely plays a major role here

This venue generally supports a first-innings score between 145–165.

Match Prediction – HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match

Both teams have enough firepower to win, but current form suggests the Stars enter with sharper rhythm.

Why Melbourne Stars Women can win

  • Four-match winning streak
  • Highest NRR in the league
  • Lanning + Kapp in extraordinary form
  • Strong head-to-head performance recently
  • Big win vs Hurricanes just days ago

Why Hobart Hurricanes Women can fight back

  • Home ground advantage
  • Heather Graham’s wicket-taking purple patch
  • Powerful opening pair
  • Good chasing unit

Final Verdict – HH-W vs MS-W match prediction and preview

This game will be competitive, but the Stars carry significant advantages: form, confidence, and better record in key moments. With Meg Lanning leading from the front and Kapp contributing both with bat and ball, the Stars appear more settled.

Predicted Winner: Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W)
The Stars should edge out a tight contest unless Hurricanes produce something special early with the ball.

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FAQs

  1. Who has the better recent form?

    Melbourne Stars, with a dominant four-match winning streak.

  2. Which team won the last HH-W vs MS-W clash?

    The Stars won their last meeting by 37 runs on Nov 26, 2025.

  3. Who is the top performer for Hurricanes?

    Heather Graham, leading the season with 14 wickets.

  4. Who is the top batter for Stars?

    Meg Lanning, with 327 runs this season.

  5. Where is the HH-W vs MS-W 32nd Match being played?

    At Bellerive Oval, Hobart.