PRSW vs MLRW 5th Match Prediction, Fantasy Picks & Odds

Perth Scorchers Women host Melbourne Renegades Women in the 5th match of Women’s Big Bash League 2026 at the WACA Ground on Saturday, 31 October 2026. The match starts at 4:10 PM local, which is 1:40 PM IST.

It is Perth’s season opener and the Renegades’ second game after a loss to Sydney Thunder. The Scorchers are favourites at around 1.58, with rain a risk. This PRSW vs MLRW prediction covers pitch, weather, head to head, odds and betting tips.

Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women Prediction at a Glance

A quick look at the PRSW vs MLRW prediction, team form and key match factors before the game.

Detail	Info
Match	Perth Scorchers Women vs Melbourne Renegades Women, 5th Match, WBBL
Date and time	31 October 2026, 4:10 PM local, 8:10 AM GMT, 1:40 PM IST
Venue	Western Australia Cricket Association Ground (WACA), Perth
Captains	Beth Mooney (Scorchers), Sophie Molineux (Renegades)
Recent form (last 5)	Scorchers L W L W L, Renegades L W L W L
Points table	Renegades 1 played, 0 points, NRR -1.335. Scorchers yet to play
Our pick	Perth Scorchers Women
Win chance (our estimate)	Scorchers 60%, Renegades 40%
Live streaming in India	FanCode, TV on Eurosport
Broadcast in Australia	Channel 7, Fox Cricket, 7Plus, Kayo Sports

PRSW vs MLRW Betting Odds and Tips

Outcome	Indicative Odds	Implied Probability	Our Fair Price
Perth Scorchers Women	1.58	63%	1.67 (60%)
Melbourne Renegades Women	2.30	43%	2.50 (40%)

Odds are indicative, taken from an Australian bookmaker listing before the match, and they move through the day. Always check the live price.

Scenario	Powerplay (6 overs)	Projected Total
Scorchers batting first	40-48	145-165
Renegades batting first	38-46	135-155

• Match winner: At 1.58 the Scorchers are priced slightly shorter than our fair price, so value is thin. Back them at 1.65 or better. Skip the Renegades unless the price reaches 2.50.
• Top batter: Beth Mooney for the Scorchers, Hayley Matthews for the Renegades.
• Totals: Expect around 145 in the first innings, with a shortened game possible.
• Live betting: Check the toss and the weather radar first, as rain could cut the overs.
• Stakes: Keep them small, because it is Perth’s season opener, the XIs are not confirmed and rain is a risk.

Fantasy Cricket Picks for PRSW vs MLRW

Category	Picks
Captain choices	Beth Mooney, Georgia Wareham
Vice-captain choices	Hayley Matthews, Sophie Devine
Core picks	Katie Mack, Freya Kemp, Alana King, Deandra Dottin, Sophie Molineux
Budget picks	Lilly Mills, Tayla Vlaeminck

PRSW vs MLRW Squads and Predicted Playing XI

PRSW vs MLRW squads and predicted playing XIs, with final lineups confirmed before the match.

• Perth Scorchers Women squad: Beth Mooney (c, wk), Sophie Devine, Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley, Chloe Piparo, Ruby Strange, Amy Edgar, Freya Kemp, Alana King, Fatima Sana, Lilly Mills, Ebony Hoskin, Chloe Ainsworth.
• Melbourne Renegades Women squad: Sophie Molineux (c), Courtney Webb, Nicole Faltum (wk), Olivia Porter, Sophie Reid, Hayley Matthews, Georgia Wareham, Chloe Tryon, Deandra Dottin, Annie Wikman, Milly Illingworth, Tess Flintoff, Tayla Vlaeminck, Sara Kennedy.
• Perth Scorchers Women predicted XI: Beth Mooney (c, wk), Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley, Sophie Devine, Chloe Piparo, Freya Kemp, Fatima Sana, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Lilly Mills, Ruby Strange.
• Melbourne Renegades Women predicted XI: Hayley Matthews, Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux (c), Chloe Tryon, Nicole Faltum (wk), Tess Flintoff, Tayla Vlaeminck, Milly Illingworth, Sara Kennedy.

Final XIs are subject to confirmation at the toss.

Key Players to Watch in Scorchers vs Renegades

Player	Team	Role	Why Watch
Beth Mooney	Scorchers	Captain, wicketkeeper-batter	410 runs in her last 10 matches at an average of 45.56
Sophie Devine	Scorchers	All-rounder	13 wickets in her last 10 matches
Alana King	Scorchers	Leg-spinner	12 wickets in her last 10 matches, controls the middle overs
Georgia Wareham	Renegades	All-rounder	284 runs at a strike rate of 146 and 16 wickets in her last 10 matches
Hayley Matthews	Renegades	Opening batter	Hit 45 off 30 balls in the opener against Thunder
Tayla Vlaeminck	Renegades	Fast bowler	Took 2 for 23 on her return, and the WACA bounce suits her

W.A.C.A. Ground Pitch Report and Toss Prediction

The WACA pitch is known for pace, bounce and carry. The toss prediction covers the likely decision and its impact on the match.

Pitch Factor	Detail
Venue	Western Australia Cricket Association Ground, Perth
Matches played	29
Pitch behaviour	Hard surface, true bounce, pace and carry
Average first innings score	134
Average second innings score	124
Win batting first / bowling first	48% / 52%
Highest total / lowest total	199 for 0 / 94 for 9
Highest chase	164 for 1 by Perth Scorchers Women
Pace vs spin (last 10 matches)	Pace 56% of wickets, spin 44%

Fast bowlers get extra bounce and carry, and the afternoon sea breeze can help swing. Batters can play freely once set, as the outfield is very fast.

Expect the toss winner to bowl first. Chasing sides have a slight edge here, and knowing the target helps if rain cuts the game.

Perth Weather Forecast for 31 October 2026

The Perth weather forecast for 31 October 2026 covers the expected conditions for the WBBL 2026 Season match and their possible impact on play.

Factor	Forecast
Conditions	Mostly cloudy to partly sunny
Temperature	Around 22 degrees Celsius
Humidity	56% to 73%
Chance of rain	Forecasts range from 35% to 90%
Sunset	Around 6:40 PM, last overs under lights
Rain interruption risk	Moderate to high

Showers could delay play or reduce the overs, so a shortened game is possible. Check the Bureau of Meteorology forecast before the toss, as the different forecasts disagree on how much rain to expect.

Scorchers vs Renegades Head to Head in WBBL

Stat	Detail
Last 10 meetings	Scorchers 8, Renegades 2
WBBL all-time	Scorchers lead about 16 to 6 in 22 meetings
Last meeting	Scorchers won by 6 wickets, 12 Oct 2026
Last WBBL meeting	Scorchers won by 30 runs, 2 Dec 2025

Match	Season	Result
3rd T20	Spring Challenge 2026	Scorchers won by 6 wickets
33rd T20	WBBL 2026	Scorchers won by 30 runs
25th T20	WBBL 2026	Scorchers won by 4 wickets
17th T20	WBBL 2024	Scorchers won by 2 runs
11th T20	WBBL 2024	Renegades won by 6 wickets

Final Prediction: Perth Scorchers Women will win this match

• The Scorchers have won 8 of the last 10 meetings, including the last four.
• Home conditions and the WACA pace and bounce suit the Scorchers’ attack, and Mooney is in form at the top.
• The Renegades lost five wickets for two runs in their opener and carry a net run rate of -1.335.
• The Renegades have power in Matthews, Dottin and Wareham, so they can make it close if they get a start.

Prediction	Pick
Match winner	Perth Scorchers Women
Win chance	Scorchers 60%, Renegades 40%
Likely margin	Scorchers by 5 to 7 wickets or 15 to 25 runs
Toss	Team winning the toss to bowl first
First innings total	Around 145
Player of the Match	Beth Mooney

The Scorchers’ win probability drops if Matthews and Webb put on another strong opening stand. The Renegades’ chances rise if Wareham controls the middle overs and the Scorchers lose early wickets.

Conclusion

Perth Scorchers are the pick for this PRSW vs MLRW clash, thanks to their head to head record, home conditions at the WACA and Beth Mooney’s form at the top. Melbourne Renegades have power in Matthews, Dottin and Wareham, and can make this close if they avoid another collapse.

Expect a total near 145 and rain to play a part. Our call is Scorchers to win, at moderate confidence. Check odds, confirm the XIs at the toss, and bet responsibly.

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