SS vs MS Match Preview

It's the Boxing Day match in the Big Bash League 2024-25. The Sydney Sixers will look to capitalize on their momentum when they face the Melbourne Stars in the 11th game. The Sixers have had a strong start to the season, defeating the Sydney Thunder in their last match. The Melbourne Stars have struggled, losing to the Adelaide Strikers during their previous match. The Melbourne Stars are looking for their first victory in this match. They will be pressed after three losses in a row and the players appear to lack confidence.

SS vs MS Match Details

Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars – 11th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

Date & Time: 26th December 2024 at 12:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SS vs MS Venue Stats

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

SS 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, and the average first-innings score is 183.

SS vs MS Weather Report

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

SS vs MS Last Five Matches

MS ( Melbourne Stars )	W L L L W
SS ( Sydney Sixers )	W W L L W

SS vs MS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	SS Won	MS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	13	8	5	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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SS vs MS Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Moises Henriques (c), Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Jack Edwards, Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Akeal Hosein, Todd Murphy

Topmost Picks for SS vs MS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Sam Harper –  Sam Harper has got good starts in both games thus far he scored 19 off 13 balls in the first match and then scored 29 off 19 balls in the last game.
• Adam Milne – Adam Milne has been sensational in all formats heading into this tournament. Even though Milne has struggled in the first two matches we expect him to continue his form.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Moises Henriques – Henriques has started this season well and scored a half-century in his first match.
• Sean Abbott –  Sean Abbott will aim to use his experience and bowl tight spells in the middle overs.

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

Sam Harper, Ben Duckett, Moises Henriques, James Vince, Jack Edwards(C), Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell(VC), Tom Curran, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Milne, Sean Abbott

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

Sam Harper, Ben Duckett, Moises Henriques, James Vince, Jack Edwards, Marcus Stoinis(C), Glenn Maxwell, Tom Curran, Ben Dwarshuis(VC), Adam Milne, Sean Abbott

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Jack Edwards, Marcus Stoinis

Vice-captain – Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis

Wicketkeeper – Sam Harper

SS vs MS Probable Winners:

The Melbourne Stars began the season with a loss. The team struggled with the bat in the previous edition, and their opening game did not improve matters. The Sydney Sixers have a formidable batting lineup and a stellar record when facing the Melbourne Stars. They are the defending champions, so they will have an advantage early on. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.