SS vs MS Match Preview

The Melbourne Stars will play the Sydney Sixers at home. This will be the Stars' third match at this venue this season. The hosts, who won their last game here by chasing down 169 with 5 wickets in hand, will be confident and looking for their third consecutive win. The Sydney Sixers' last match against Hobart resulted in a massive batting collapse. Prior to this loss, they had been exceptional with the bat, having effectively chased down a 195-run target versus MLS at home. The hosts rely on their lower and middle-order batters because the top order has been inconsistent. Marcus Stoinis, who batted at number five in the previous two successful run chases, stood out.

SS vs MS Match Details

Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars – 28th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Richmond

Date & Time: 09th January 2025 at 01:45 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

Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Kurtis Patterson, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Akeal Hosein, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird

Topmost Picks for SS vs MS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Marcus Stoinis –  Marcus Stoinis has had good starts in all games thus far he scored 19 off 13 balls in the first match and then scored 29 off 19 balls in the last game.
• Usama Mir – Usama Mir will be a key wicket-taker to watch out for with his right-arm leg break.

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.
• Akeal Hossein –  Akeal Hossein has been quite economical and successful with the wickets as well with his spin-bowling.

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.