Brisbane Heat Women host Hobart Hurricanes Women in the 14th match of the Women’s Big Bash League 2026 at Allan Border Field on Saturday, 7 November 2026. The match starts at 1:40 PM local, which is 9:10 AM IST.
Hobart arrive on a run of five straight defeats, but they have won the last five meetings between the sides. The Heat are 1-2 from their last three at home and want to use the ground and the chase to turn things around. This BH-W vs HBH-W prediction covers pitch, weather, head to head, odds and betting tips.
Brisbane Heat Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women Prediction at a Glance
A quick look at the BH-W vs HBH-W prediction, team form and key match factors before the game.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Brisbane Heat Women vs Hobart Hurricanes Women, 14th Match, WBBL |
| Date and time | 7 November 2026, 1:40 PM local, 3:40 AM GMT, 9:10 AM IST |
| Venue | Allan Border Field, Brisbane |
| Captains | Georgia Redmayne (Heat), Nicola Carey (Hurricanes) |
| Team form (last 5) | Heat: W L L L W. Hurricanes: L L L L L |
| Our pick | Brisbane Heat Women |
| Win chance (our estimate) | Heat 55%, Hurricanes 45% |
| Live streaming | FanCode in India, Channel 7, Fox Cricket, 7Plus and Kayo Sports in Australia |
BH-W vs HBH-W Betting Odds and Tips
| Outcome | Indicative Odds | Implied Probability | Our Fair Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Heat Women | 1.80 | 56% | 1.82 (55%) |
| Hobart Hurricanes Women | 2.05 | 49% | 2.22 (45%) |
Odds are indicative estimates and move through the day. Always check the live price on your bookmaker.
| Scenario | Powerplay (6 overs) | Projected Total |
|---|---|---|
| Heat batting first | 40-48 | 145-165 |
| Hurricanes batting first | 40-48 | 145-165 |
- Match winner: The market is tight, so the Heat are fairly priced. Back them at 1.85 or better.
- Top batter: Georgia Redmayne and Grace Harris for the Heat, Lizelle Lee and Chamari Athapaththu for the Hurricanes.
- Totals: Expect a first innings around 145 to 150, in line with the venue average of 142.
- Live betting: Watch the first six overs. Two early wickets for either side would shift the market sharply.
- Stakes: Keep them small. Hobart have lost five in a row, but they have beaten the Heat in each of the last five meetings.
Fantasy Cricket Picks for BH-W vs HBH-W
| Category | Picks |
|---|---|
| Captain choices | Chamari Athapaththu, Georgia Redmayne |
| Vice-captain choices | Lizelle Lee, Grace Harris |
| Core picks | Charli Knott, Sarah Glenn, Lucy Hamilton, Nicola Carey, Linsey Smith |
| Budget picks | Bonnie Berry, Molly Strano |
BH-W vs HBH-W Squads and Predicted Playing XI
BH-W vs HBH-W squads and predicted playing XIs, with final line-ups confirmed before the match.
- Brisbane Heat Women squad: Georgia Redmayne (c, wk), Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Lucinda Bourke, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Annie O’Neil, Sarah Glenn, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry, Catherine White, Orla Prendergast, Yastika Bhatia, Grace Parsons, Mikayla Wrigley, Jess Jonassen, Ayaka Stafford.
- Hobart Hurricanes Women squad: Nicola Carey (c), Lizelle Lee, Chamari Athapaththu, Maddy Green, Kate Maree Pelle (wk), Heather Graham, Ella Hayward, Chinelle Henry, Ruth Johnston, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Amy Smith, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith, Molly Strano, Rachel Trenaman, Callie Wilson, Ira Aery, Isabella Malgioglio, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge.
- Brisbane Heat Women predicted XI: Georgia Redmayne (c, wk), Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Lucinda Bourke, Orla Prendergast, Annie O’Neil, Sarah Glenn, Lucy Hamilton, Grace Parsons, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry.
- Hobart Hurricanes Women predicted XI: Lizelle Lee, Chamari Athapaththu, Kate Maree Pelle (wk), Nicola Carey (c), Heather Graham, Ella Hayward, Ruth Johnston, Molly Strano, Linsey Smith, Lauren Smith, Callie Wilson.
Final XIs are subject to confirmation at the toss.
Key Players to Watch in Heat vs Hurricanes
| Player | Team | Role | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Redmayne | Heat | Captain, wicketkeeper-batter | Needs to anchor the top order and steady the innings |
| Grace Harris | Heat | Power-hitting all-rounder | Can change a game in a few overs |
| Sarah Glenn | Heat | Leg-spinner | Best Heat option in the middle overs |
| Chamari Athapaththu | Hurricanes | All-rounder | Hits big and gives Hobart useful overs |
| Lizelle Lee | Hurricanes | Opening batter | Can take the game away in the powerplay |
| Nicola Carey | Hurricanes | Captain, bowler | Leads the attack and sets the tone with the new ball |
Allan Border Field Pitch Report and Toss Prediction
The Allan Border Field pitch offers a fair contest, but chasing sides have the edge. The toss prediction covers the likely decision and its impact on the match.
| Pitch Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| Venue | Allan Border Field, Brisbane |
| Matches played | 39 |
| Pitch behaviour | Balanced, true bounce, early seam movement |
| Average first innings score | 142 |
| Average second innings score | 132 |
| Win batting first / bowling first | 36% / 64% |
| Highest total | 200/6 (Sydney Thunder) |
| Lowest total | 94/7 (Heat) |
| Highest chased | 185/4 (Melbourne Renegades) |
| Lowest defended | 113/8 (Hurricanes) |
Totals in the 140s are competitive here, and the Heat’s last two home games ended in close losses. They made 154/5 against the Sixers and lost by four wickets.
Expect the toss winner to bowl first. Bowling first has won 64% of matches at the ground.
Brisbane Weather Forecast for 7 November 2026
The Brisbane weather forecast for 7 November 2026 covers the expected conditions for the WBBL 2026 Season match and their possible impact on play.
| Factor | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Conditions | Clear and warm |
| Temperature | About 30 degrees Celsius at the daytime high |
| Rain chance | Around 15% |
| Rain interruption risk | Low |
A full 20 overs per side looks likely. The afternoon start means warm conditions, which can tire fielders late on. Check the Bureau of Meteorology forecast before the toss.
Heat vs Hurricanes Head to Head in WBBL
| Stat | Heat | Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Last 10 meetings (wins) | 4 | 6 |
| Win % vs all teams (last 10) | 20% | 40% |
| Average score | 143 | 147 |
| Highest score | 184 | 189 |
| Lowest score | 86 | 109 |
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| 10th T20, WBBL 2026 | Hurricanes won by DLS (114/1 vs 108/9, 12 overs) |
| Final, Spring Challenge 2025 | Hurricanes won (193/4 vs Heat 105) |
| 15th T20, Spring Challenge 2025 | Hurricanes won (130/2 vs 128) |
| 10th T20, WBBL 2024 | Hurricanes won (176/3 vs 173/5) |
| Final, Spring Challenge 2024 | Hurricanes won (134/5 vs 133/9) |
Hobart have won all five of the latest meetings. Two of them were decided by a handful of runs or a single wicket, which shows how close these games can be.
Final Prediction: Brisbane Heat Women will win this match
- The Heat have home advantage, and chasing sides win 64% of matches at Allan Border Field.
- Hobart have lost five in a row, and their form has been poor in the last two seasons’ meetings with the Heat only on the scoreboard, not in recent weeks.
- Redmayne, Harris and Knott give the Heat a stronger batting order, and Glenn gives them wicket-taking spin.
- Lee and Athapaththu are dangerous, but Hobart’s attack has struggled to hold totals.
- The Heat’s own bowling has been inconsistent, so this should stay close.
| Prediction | Pick |
|---|---|
| Match winner | Brisbane Heat Women |
| Win chance | Heat 55%, Hurricanes 45% |
| Likely margin | Heat by 4 to 6 wickets or 10 to 15 runs |
| Toss | Team winning the toss to bowl first |
| First innings total | Around 148 |
| Player of the Match | Georgia Redmayne |
The Heat’s win probability drops if Lee and Athapaththu both survive the powerplay. It rises if Hamilton and Berry take early wickets and Redmayne bats deep.
Conclusion
Brisbane Heat Women are the pick for this BH-W vs HBH-W clash, thanks to home conditions, a chase-friendly venue and Hobart’s poor run. Hobart still own the recent head to head, and Lee and Athapaththu can win the game on their own.
Expect a total near 148 and a tense chase. Our call is Heat to win, at low to moderate confidence. Check odds, confirm the XIs at the toss, and bet responsibly.
FAQs
Brisbane Heat Women are the likelier winners, with a win chance of around 55%.
The match starts at 9:10 AM IST, which is 1:40 PM local and 3:40 AM GMT.
Hobart lead 6 to 4 in the last ten meetings, including the last five.
About 142, on a balanced pitch that favours chasing sides.
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