SS vs PS Match Preview

The Sydney Sixers will face the Perth Scorchers in Match 30 of the BBL 2024-25 on Saturday at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The Sixers, who are level on points with the Thunder and Hurricanes in both first and third place, are comfortably second in the standings. A victory here could assist them reclaim the lead, which they lost after losing their previous game. The Scorchers, on the other hand, are in fifth place, with six points from seven games. The Sixers defeated them last season and, given their current state of play, will be confident they can do so again.

SS vs PS Match Details

Sydney Sixers vs Perth Scorchers – 30th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

Date & Time: 11th January 2025 at 11:15 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SS vs PS Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	177
Avg 2nd inn score	169
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

SS vs PS Pitch Report

The pitch is ideal for batting because the ball comes easily onto the bat. Bowlers have a difficult time here, and the side that bats first must keep a target score of 130 runs in mind, and the average first-innings score is 183.

SS vs PS Weather Report

There will be clear skies, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

SS vs PS Last Five Matches

PS ( Perth Scorchers )	L L W W L
SS ( Sydney Sixers )	L L W W W

SS vs PS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	SS Won	PS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	18	8	10	0	0
Last 5	5	2	3	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SS vs PS Probable Playing XIs:

Perth Scorchers Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), Steven Smith, James Vince, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshius, Sean Abbott, Jackson Bird, Todd Murphy

Topmost Picks for SS vs PS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Perth Scorchers

• Cooper Connolly –  Cooper Connolly has been the shining light for the team, leading the charts with 272 runs in seven games and a strike rate of 124.77.
• Jason Behrendorff – Jason Behrendorff has been dependable with 12 wickets at an economy rate of 6.53.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Jordan Silk – Jordan Silk has been a key player in the past for the Sixers and is known for his finishing skills.
• Ben Dwarshius –  Ben Dwarshius has been a consistent performer with 10 wickets at an economy of 8.58.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SS vs PS Dream11 Team:

Josh Philippe, Finn Allen, Ashton Turner, James Vince, Cooper Connolly, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshius(VC), Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff(C), Lance Morris

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SS vs PS Dream11 Team:

Josh Philippe, Finn Allen, Ashton Turner, James Vince(VC), Cooper Connolly(C), Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshius, Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly

Vice-captain – Ben Dwarshius, James Vince

Wicketkeeper – Josh Philippe

SS vs PS Probable Winners:

Despite two losses in their last three games, the Sydney Sixers remain dominant this BBL season and are currently in a strong position to compete for the finals. They have performed admirably in all areas, defeating the Perth Scorchers in their most recent meeting. In contrast, the Scorchers have struggled for stability and have yet to find their groove. Unless they pull off something extraordinary, the Sixers should have the advantage in this game. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.