BBL 2025-26 Match 16: THU vs SCO head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

Sydney Thunder will play their match against Perth Scorchers on Match 16 of the Big Bash League 2025-26 at the Sydney Showground Stadium on the evening of December 30.

The Sydney Thunder had a tough beginning to the season. Under the guidance of David Warner, the side has only one victory out of a total of four and finds itself at seventh place on the tally. They will be desperate to turn things around and get back to winning form. 

The Perth Scorchers also seem to be struggling with consistency. The Ashton Turner-led side has won one match and lost two so far, placing them fifth in the standings. Coming into this game after two straight defeats, the Scorchers will be desperate for a turnaround.

THU vs SCO Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 20
  
• Sydney Thunder Won: 11
  
• Perth Scorchers Won: 9
  
• Tied: 0
  
• No Result: 0
  

THU vs SCO: Pitch Report

The pitch at Sydney Showground Stadium usually offers a close contest between bat and ball. Spinners tend to get good help here, especially as the match progresses. Because of this, captains often wait to assess the surface before deciding at the toss. Teams may rely more on spin bowling in this game.

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THU vs SCO: Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder (THU):

Sam Konstas, David Warner (C), Cameron Bancroft, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (WK), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Ryan Hadley, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley

Perth Scorchers (SCO):

Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen (WK), Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner (C), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Joel Paris, Brody Couch, Mahli Beardman