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This will be the 13th game of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25. Sydney Thunder will face the Melbourne Stars at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. The match will be played on 28 December 2024 at 1:45 PM IST.
Sydney Thunder won their first game and then lost the last one. They are in the 6th position with one win and a loss in 2 matches. They’ve looked good as a team but the middle order’s inconsistent form will be a big concern for them. The likes of Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Billings and Jason Sangha will have to do well if Thunder are to win this game.
Melbourne Stars, meanwhile, are the only winless side in BBL 14. They’ve played 4 games till now and have lost all of them. Stars are at the bottom of the points table. Bowling is a big concern for them as the batters regained their form in the last game. Beau Webster’s inclusion will bolster their batting in this match. The Stars will be eager for their first win in this match.
BBL: THU vs STA Probable Playing XI
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Cameron Bancroft, Jason Sangha, Oliver Davies, Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Billings (wk), Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Wes Agar, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha
Melbourne Stars: Ben Duckett, Sam Harper (wk), Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Dough Warren, Peter Siddle
THU vs STA BBL Dream11 Pitch Report
The pitch at the Manuka Oval is an excellent wicket for batting. There will be little help for the pacers with the new ball and spinners will come into play in the latter half of the match. Overall, a high-scoring encounter is on the cards. Teams may prefer chasing. Scores in the range of 160-180 are expected.
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Try to select the top 4 batters from both teams.
- Spinners from the 2nd innings will enjoy bowling in this match.
- Death bowlers from the first innings and all-rounders will be good C/VC options.
THU vs STA BBL Dream11 Prediction: Must Picks
Glenn Maxwell (STA)
- Glenn Maxwell will bat at 4 for the Stars and he’s expected to bowl 3-4 overs as well.
- Maxwell has been in good touch and can take down the Thunder spinners in the middle overs.
Marcus Stoinis (STA)
- Marcus Stoinis’s role with the ball has increased since Adam Milne left the Stars. He has also been in good touch with the bat.
- Stoinis’ all-round value makes him a top fantasy pick.
Lockie Ferguson (THU)
- Lockie Ferguson has been the best bowler for the Thunder in BBL 14. He will bowl the key overs and will be a must in your fantasy teams.
- Try Lockie as C/VC while bowling first.
BBL Dream11 Prediction and Tips
If Sydney Thunder bats first
- Tanveer Sangha will be an excellent differential pick.
- Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis will be the top C/VC picks.
- You can take the risk of dropping David Warner.
If Melbourne Stars bats first
- Lockie Ferguson, Glenn Maxwell and Daniel Sams will be great C/VC picks.
- Wes Agar will be an excellent differential pick. Try Beau Webster as C/VC in the big leagues.
- Dropping Tom Curran and Peter Siddle can be fruitful.
THU vs STA BBL Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Teams
Small League Team
Grand League Team
