Brisbane Heat Women face Sydney Sixers Women in Match 3 of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) on Friday, 30 October 2026, at Allan Border Field, Brisbane. The match starts at 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local). Two of the competition’s most recognizable clubs meet early in the season, and both will want a fast start as the WBBL table begins to take shape.
Brisbane Heat are known for aggressive batting and energetic cricket, as covered in our Brisbane Heat guide, while the Sydney Sixers are one of the most successful teams in Big Bash history, as covered in our Sydney Sixers guide. This preview covers the date, time and venue, the squads and probable playing XIs, the head-to-head record, the pitch and weather report, and where to watch the match live.
Match Overview
Brisbane Heat Women will look to their powerful batting line-up to set the tone. Grace Harris can change a game in a few overs, and captain and wicket-keeper Georgia Redmayne provides stability at the top of the order and behind the stumps. Jess Jonassen is ruled out for the whole season and is not the Heat captain.
Sydney Sixers Women bring a wealth of international experience. Ellyse Perry is a proven match-winner at the top of the order, captain Ashleigh Gardner adds power and spin, and the Sixers bowling attack has the variety to defend totals or restrict strong batting sides. Amelia Kerr plays for the Sixers, not the Heat, and Alyssa Healy is not the Sixers captain in this match.
Date, Time and Venue
The match is scheduled for Friday, 30 October 2026, as Match 3 of the WBBL season, at Allan Border Field, Brisbane. The first ball is at 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local).
| Match | Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Sixers Women, WBBL Match 3 |
| Series | Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) |
| Date | Friday, 30 October 2026 |
| Venue | Allan Border Field, Brisbane |
| First ball | 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local) |
| Teams | Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Sixers Women |
Probable Playing XIs and Squads
Brisbane Heat Women probable XI: Georgia Redmayne (captain, wicket-keeper), Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Lucinda Bourke, Orla Prendergast, Annie O’Neil, Sarah Glenn, Grace Parsons, Lucy Hamilton, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Bonnie Berry.
Sydney Sixers Women probable XI: Ashleigh Gardner (captain), Ellyse Perry, Sophia Dunkley, Amelia Kerr, Erin Burns, Maitlan Brown, Sarah Coyte, Maddy Drake (wicket-keeper), Lauren Cheatle, Caoimhe Bray, Courtney Sippel.
These are probable playing XIs only, not confirmed teams. The final line-ups will be confirmed at the toss, and both sides may make changes based on conditions, availability and form. Jess Jonassen is ruled out for the whole season and is not in the Brisbane Heat Women XI.
Head-to-Head Record
Brisbane Heat Women and Sydney Sixers Women have played 22 matches against each other in WBBL history. Brisbane Heat Women have won 13 matches, and Sydney Sixers Women have won 9 matches, giving a head-to-head record of 13-9 in favour of Brisbane Heat Women. The Sixers have long been one of the league’s benchmark sides, while the Heat have built a reputation as one of its most entertaining teams. Early-season meetings like this one often set the tone for the rest of the campaign.
Pitch and Weather Report
Allan Border Field in Brisbane generally offers true bounce and good value for shots, which suits the attacking batters on both sides. Spinners can still play a key role in the middle overs, especially if the surface grips, and death bowling will be decisive in a high-scoring contest.
Weather in Brisbane in late October is expected to be warm, with conditions at Allan Border Field to be checked closer to the match, as Australian spring weather can change quickly and may affect the toss and team selection.
Where to Watch and Live Streaming
- India: Live streaming on FanCode, TV on the Star Sports Network
- Australia: Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, streaming on 7plus, Kayo Sports and CA Live
FAQs
Q: When is Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Sixers Women, WBBL Match 3? A: It is on Friday, 30 October 2026, at 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local).
Q: Where is the match being played? A: The venue is Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
Q: What time does the match start? A: The first ball is at 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local).
Q: Who are the captains? A: Georgia Redmayne is the Brisbane Heat Women captain, and Ashleigh Gardner is the Sydney Sixers Women captain. Jess Jonassen is ruled out for the whole season and is not the Heat captain.
Q: What is the head-to-head record? A: Played 22 matches, Brisbane Heat Women won 13, Sydney Sixers Women won 9, so the head-to-head is 13-9.
Q: Where can I watch the match? A: In India, live streaming is on FanCode and TV is on the Star Sports Network. In Australia, Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, streaming on 7plus, Kayo Sports and CA Live.
Q: Who are the key players to watch? A: Grace Harris and Georgia Redmayne for Brisbane Heat Women, and Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner and Amelia Kerr for Sydney Sixers Women.
Q: What is the WBBL? A: The Women’s Big Bash League is Australia’s premier domestic women’s T20 competition, featuring eight city-based teams.
Final Summary and Conclusion
In short, Match 3 of the WBBL brings together two strong and well-supported clubs at Allan Border Field, Brisbane, on Friday, 30 October 2026, at 1:40 PM IST (7:10 PM local). Brisbane Heat Women, led by captain Georgia Redmayne, will back their batting firepower, while Sydney Sixers Women, led by captain Ashleigh Gardner, will rely on experience and balance, and the early-season clash should be an entertaining contest for women’s cricket fans.
For more on women’s cricket in Australia, see our Australia Women vs New Zealand Women, 3rd T20I recap. For official WBBL coverage, see Cricket Australia.
