MS vs ST Match Preview

We've had some close games in the Big Bash League 2024-25. The Melbourne Stars will face the Sydney Thunder in the 14th game of the season, fighting for survival. The Stars' most recent loss to the Sydney Sixers has left them struggling for form. The Sydney Thunder went down to the Sixers in a close game, and the team will look to rebound and move up the points table. The Melbourne Stars are at the bottom of the points standings. They have lost all four games this season, and another loss could seal their fate for the remainder of the season. The team has a poor record against the Sydney Thunder, losing their last three games.

MS vs ST Match Details

Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder – 14th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Manuka Oval, Griffith

Date & Time: 28th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MS vs ST Venue Stats

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

MS vs ST 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 180 runs in mind, as the average first-innings score is 183.

MS vs ST Weather Report

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

MS vs ST Last Five Matches

ST ( Sydney Thunder )	L W L L L
MS ( Melbourne Stars )	L L L L L

MS vs ST Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	MS Won	ST Won	Tie	NR
Overall	13	7	6	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

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

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MS vs ST Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Marcus Stoinis (c), Sam Harper (wk), Ben Duckett, Glenn Maxwell, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Doug Warren, Peter Siddle

Topmost Picks for MS vs ST Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• Cameron Bancroft – Cameron Bancroft is looking in good form, scoring 72 off 52 balls with a strike rate of 134.
• Chris Green – Chris Green will look to improve his performance after struggling in the last game.

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Ben Duckett – Ben Duckett batted brilliantly in the last game, and he will have a key role at the top.
• Jason Behrendorff –  Usama Mir struggled in the last game and needs to do well. With 5 wickets he was the leading wicket taker for his side.

MS vs ST Probable Winners:

Following four consecutive losses, the Melbourne Stars are lacking in confidence. The bowling line has been in disarray, which will lower the team's confidence going into this game. They have to play aggressively to prevail in this game. The Sydney Thunder have a strong batting lineup and a formidable bowling attack. Based on their current form, the Sydney Thunder will have an advantage. Considering the team combination, Sydney Thunder is expected to win this match.