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Lanning Leads Stars to WBBL Summit
1 Dec
Summary
- Meg Lanning's unbeaten 73 guided Melbourne Stars to victory.
- Melbourne Stars secured the top position in the WBBL points table.
- Hobart Hurricanes also claimed a significant win driven by Sciver-Brunt.
Melbourne Stars have ascended to the Women's Big Bash League 2026 summit following a decisive 45-run win against the Melbourne Renegades at the Junction Oval. Captain Meg Lanning anchored the Stars' innings with an unbeaten 73, guiding them to a competitive total of 160/5. The bowling unit then executed a disciplined performance, restricting the Renegades' chase.
Maisy Gibson was the standout bowler for the Stars, claiming three wickets, supported by crucial contributions from other bowlers. The Renegades struggled to build momentum, losing key wickets early and throughout the innings, ultimately faltering in their pursuit of the target. Despite brief resistance, they were bowled out for 116.
In another significant fixture, Hobart Hurricanes secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over Perth Scorchers. Nat Sciver-Brunt's brilliant 81, complemented by Danielle Wyatt-Hodge's 55, spearheaded a successful chase of 187. This win propelled the Hurricanes back to the top of the WBBL standings, showcasing strong performances across multiple teams.
