The Perth Scorchers, led by Captain Sophie Devinecompleted a late-season push and overcame the challenge Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) Structure of the 2025 final to earn their place in the Grand Final against the Hobart Hurricanes. Having completed the championship phase in third positionthe Scorchers had to win two playoff games to secure their place.
Perth Scorchers Women’s Flawless WBBL|11 campaign under Perth Scorchers
Contributions from key stakeholders
- Beth Mooney: The tournament’s top scorer was the anchor of the team, delivering match-winning runs in all three crucial matches of the finals.
- Sophie Devine (Captain): Provided crucial overall stability and leadership, finishing as team leader best wicket-taker for the season with 15 scalps. His bowling was key in restricting the opponents in the knockout stages.
- Alana King: The leg-spinner delivered a defining performance in the Challenger with figures of 3 wickets for 17 runstrapping the Sixers’ biggest hitters.
Perth Scorchers Women’s road to WBBL 2025 final: All 12 matches
The Perth Scorchers, led by Sophie Devineled a back-to-back championship campaign (W6 L4) before dominating the knockout stage to earn their place in the WBBL|11 Grand Final. Their full journey is detailed below.
Match 1: Scorchers v Sydney Sixers (the dominant opener)
The Scorchers kicked off their campaign in spectacular fashion against the Sydney Sixers, securing an emphatic victory 10-wicket victory. The bowlers engineered the victory by restricting the Sixers’ formidable batting line-up to a low total. Openers Beth Mooney And Katie Mack then completed the chase without losing a single wicket, sending a powerful statement about the team’s intent and opening dominance.
Match 2: Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat (first win with the ball)
The Scorchers secured their second consecutive victory with a 23 point victory on the Brisbane Heat. Batting first, the Scorchers posted a competitive total fueled by strong top-order contributions. Captain Sophie Devine then led the bowling attack, bowling a crucial spell to stifle the Heat’s chase and secure a comfortable victory, proving the depth of their bowling unit.
Match 3: Scorchers v Melbourne Stars (first loss)
The winning streak was temporarily interrupted in the third match as the Scorchers succumbed to a 16-point defeat against the Melbourne Stars. Chasing a tough target, the Scorchers’ batters struggled to maintain momentum against a disciplined Stars bowling attack, handing them their first defeat of the campaign.
Match 4: Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers (DLS win)
In a rain affected match, the Scorchers secured their third victory against the Adelaide Strikers by 9 runs (DLS method). The Scorchers bowled first, dismissing the Strikers for 112, with Sophie Devine starring with superb figures of 3/12. When rain interrupted the chase, the Scorchers were ahead in the score through Duckworth-Lewis-Stern, securing the vital two points.
Match 5: Scorchers v Sydney Thunder (heavy defeat)
This match marked the heaviest defeat of their season, with the Scorchers suffering a huge loss of nine wickets against the Sydney Thunder. Their batting unit failed to post a competitive total, which the Thunder hitters chased down with ruthless efficiency and time off, exposing an area of concern early in the campaign.
Match 6: Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers (the one-point thriller win)
In a very close and nerve-wracking match, the Scorchers secured a dramatic one-point victory against the Adelaide Strikers. After posting a defendable total, the match went down to the last ball, where the Scorchers bowlers kept their cool under extreme pressure to seal the narrow victory – a critical victory that proved their clutch performance ability.
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Match 7: Scorchers v Melbourne Renegades (mid-season revival victory)
The Scorchers stopped the slide and regained crucial footing with a key four-wicket victory against the Melbourne Renegades. In pursuit of a competitive objective, the middle order of the Scorchers managed to lead the chase. Sophie Devine was instrumental in both legs, guiding the team to a well-deserved victory that ended their losing streak and revitalized their push to the finals.
Match 8: Scorchers v Hobart Hurricanes (toughest loss)
The Scorchers suffered a major setback with a seven-wicket defeat against the top-ranked Hobart Hurricanes. The Hurricanes managed to chase down the Scorchers target, handing them a tough defeat which further complicated the Scorchers’ path to the final.
Match 9: Scorchers v Melbourne Renegades (consecutive win)
The Scorchers claimed a third consecutive victory, winning by 30 races against the Melbourne Renegades. They posted a tough score and the bowling unit, led by Sophie Devine’s efficient four-wicket haul, strangled the Renegades’ chase. The team demonstrated collective strength, with several players contributing to what became a comfortable defense of their total.
Match 10: Scorchers v Brisbane Heat (clinched last place)
In their final league game – a must-win situation – the Scorchers delivered under pressure, securing a complete game seven-wicket victory on the Brisbane Heat. In pursuit of a test target, Beth Mooney hold a masterclass, hit an undefeated 94 to single-handedly anchor the innings and bring the team home. This crucial victory ensured their 3rd place and their place in the final.
The Knockout: Scorchers v Melbourne Stars (elimination victory)
The Scorchers hosted the 4th placed Melbourne Stars in a playoff match and put in a strong performance to win by 28 races. A high total of 173 was created by a strong opening partnership between Mooney and Katie Mack. The Scorchers bowlers then applied the squeeze effectively, with key spells of Sophie Devineensuring the Stars never threaten the target and propelling the Scorchers into the next final.
The Challenger: Scorchers v Sydney Sixers (sealing grand final spot)
In the Do or Die Challenger match, the Scorchers traveled to Sydney and triumphed over second-placed Sydney Sixers by 11 races. Batting first, they posted a huge 183/8headlined by a spectacular Beth Mooney’s 76 innings. The Scorchers successfully defended the total, with Alana King’s three-wicket haul being decisive in breaking the resistance of the Sixers. This victory secured their place in the Grand Final against the Hobart Hurricanes.
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This article was first published on WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
