PS vs MS Match Preview

The Perth Scorchers were eliminated from the playoffs last season. They will look to put which behind them and start winning at home. Melbourne Stars had a poor season last year, and they have had trouble against the Scorchers on several occasions in recent years. It will be a difficult game for the visitors, who are missing some of their key players in the batting lineup.

PS vs MS Match Details

Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars – 01st Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Perth Stadium - Burswood

Date & Time: 15th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

PS vs MS Venue Stats

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

PS vs MS 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, as the average first-innings score is 183.

PS vs MS Weather Report

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

PS vs MS Last Five Matches

MS ( Melbourne Stars )	L L L W W
PS ( Perth Scorchers )	L W W L L

PS vs MS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	PS Won	MS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	10	8	2	0	0
Last 5	5	4	1	0	0

Injury News

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

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PS vs MS Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers Probable Playing XIs

Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

Topmost Picks for PS vs MS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Glenn Maxwell –  Glenn Maxwell has struggled for consistency heading into this department, regardless we are going to stick with him as he scored 243 runs in the last campaign which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
• Peter Siddle – Peter Siddle has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Melbourne Stars heading into this campaign.

Top Picks – Perth Scorchers

• Josh Inglis – Josh Inglis is one of the most consistent batsmen for the Perth Scorchers and has scored 1747 runs for them at an average of 29.61.
• Jason Behrendorff –  The experience of Jason Behrendorff would once again be key for Perth Scorchers this season. With 16 wickets he was the leading wicket taker for his side.

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

Josh Inglis, Finn Allen, Ashton Turner, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Rogers, Marcus Stoinis(C), Beau Webster, Aaron Hardie, Jhye Richardson, Mark Steketee, Jason Behrendorff(VC)

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

Josh Inglis, Finn Allen, Ashton Turner, Hilton Cartwright, Glean Maxwell(C), Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Aaron Hardie(VC), Jhye Richardson, Mark Steketee, Jason Behrendorff

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Marcus Stoinis, Glean Maxwell

Vice-captain – Jason Behrendorff, Aaron Hardie

Wicketkeeper – Josh Inglis

PS vs MS Probable Winners:

The home team has a competitive advantage in the game. They have an excellent head-to-head record and a strong overall squad that has a lethal pace attack that will present a difficult challenge to the visiting team. MLS is missing some key players and doesn't look promising on the field. Perth Scorchers will start as the favourites in our match prediction. Considering the team combination, Perth Scorchers is expected to win this match.