ST vs SS Match Preview

The Sydney Sixers will face the Sydney Thunder in the eighth match of the 2024-25 Big Bash League (BBL). Both teams are on a high after winning their first games, and they'll be looking to keep that momentum going. The Sixers, on the other hand, have a significant advantage, having not lost to the Thunder in their previous four meetings. This history provides them with a psychological edge going into the battle. 

ST vs SS Match Details 

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers – 08th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

Date & Time: 21th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

ST vs SS Venue Stats

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

ST vs SS 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.

ST vs SS Weather Report

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

ST vs SS Last Five Matches

SS ( Sydney Sixers )	W L W W W
ST ( Sydney Thunder )	W L L L L

ST vs SS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	ST Won	SS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	12	5	7	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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ST vs SS Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha

Topmost Picks for ST vs SS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• James Vince –  James Vince had an outstanding season last season, scoring 541 runs and finishing SS his team's leading run scorer. He has scored 74 points in his last game against the Sydney Thunder.
• Sean Abbott – Sean Abbott was one of the Sydney Sixers' most consistent bowlers last season, taking 16 wickets.

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• David Warner – The pressure would be on David Warner if the Sydney Thunders look to improve their performance this season. Despite not playing much cricket, Warner remains one of the most lethal T20 batters.
• Daniel Sams –  Daniel Sams was the lone bright spot in the Sydney Thunders' disappointing season last year. With 12 wickets, he was his team's leading wicket-taker.

ST vs SS Probable Winners:

Last season, the Sydney Thunder struggled to get started, winning only one game and completing eighth on the table. They encountered the Sydney Sixers multiple times and were outplayed both times, with Adelaide completing the double over them. In fact, the Thunder have not defeated the Strikers over their last five meetings. In contrast, the Sydney Sixers enjoyed a slow start this year but eventually found their groove, winning four straight games to secure a playoff spot. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.