WBBL|11: Meg Lanning guides Melbourne Stars to top of the table with 45-point win over Melbourne Renegades

In a well-executed match at Junction Oval, Melbourne on November 29, 2025, Melbourne Stars The defeated women Melbourne Renegades Women by 45 points in the 28th gameh du Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL). The Stars posted a solid 160/5 in their allotted 20 overs, with Meg Lanning leading from the front with an undefeated 73. The Renegades, in response, could only manage 115/10 in 16.3 overs, with remarkable performances from Deandra Dottin and Issy Wong unable to save the chase.

WBBL|11: Meg Lanning’s captaincy shines as Melbourne Stars set defensible target

The Stars’ innings was led by captain Lanning, who produced a masterclass with the bat, scoring 73* off 58 balls, a knock that included 7 boundaries and a six. Lanning’s steady but aggressive approach helped Stars reach 160/5 in their 20 overs.

Despite a brisk opening stand of 65 runs, the Stars faced a few setbacks in the middle as wickets fell at regular intervals. Rhys McKaearly dismissal, followed by Amy Jones And Annabel SutherlandQuick exits kept the pressure on. However, the lower order remained stable and Kim Garth And Danielle Gibson made vital contributions towards the end. Lanning’s compound shot put the Stars with enough points on the board for a defendable total.

The Renegades bowlers, in particular Milly Illingworthput in a competitive effort, with Illingworth taking three wickets for just 19 runs. However, their efforts failed and Stars managed to post a total that would prove difficult for the Renegades to achieve, creating a thrilling finale.

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WBBL|11: Melbourne Renegades chase fails despite Deandra Dottin’s resilience

The Renegades began their chase with explosive intent but soon found themselves in trouble, losing wickets at regular intervals. Deandra Dottin‘s 23 from 21 balls was the highest contribution for the Renegades, but once that fell, the middle order collapsed. Sarah Coyte And Alice Capsey also struggled, contributing just 4 and 15 points respectively. The Renegades were reduced to 39/4 in the 7th, with Georgia Wareham, Alice Capsey And Naomi Stoltenberg all fired early.

The Renegades’ chase was completely derailed by a remarkable bowling performance from the Stars, led by Marizanne Kapp And Annabel Sutherland. Kapp picked up a crucial wicket and bowled economically, while Sutherland’s spell resulted in a key breakthrough. The Stars bowlers kept the pressure high, with Maisy Gibson and Rhys McKenna stepping in during tight periods which did not allow the Renegades to form partnerships. Despite a spirited effort from Issy Wong, who scored a quick 20, the Renegades ultimately came up short, ending their innings at 115/10 in 16.3 overs.

Overall victory for the Melbourne Stars! Defending 160, they bowled out the Renegades for just 115 in 16.3 overs 🙌#WBBL2025 pic.twitter.com/edpMIinDzq

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.