BBL 2025-26 Match 25: STR vs THU head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs
Adelaide Strikers take on Sydney Thunder in Match 25 of BBL 2025-26 at the Adelaide Oval.
The Adelaide Strikers STR take on the Sydney Thunder THU in Match 25 of the Big Bash League 2025-26 on Tuesday, January 6, at the Adelaide Oval.
The Adelaide Strikers are currently placed sixth on the points table, having won two games out of five. Coming into this game after a loss against the Perth Scorchers, they would be really keen to bounce back. With the race for the top four heating up, this match is very important for the Strikers. A win here will keep their playoff hopes alive.
The Sydney Thunder had a tough season so far. The David Warner-led side has managed to win only one match out of six. They are also on a three-game consecutive loss, which has moved them closer to the bottom of the table. The Thunder are badly in need of a win to regain confidence, though their chances of making it to the playoffs are very slim.
STR vs THU Head-to-Head Record (T20s)
- Matches Played: 24
- Adelaide Strikers Won: 10
- Sydney Thunder Won: 12
- Tied / No Result: 2
STR vs THU: Pitch Report
The Adelaide Oval usually offers good batting conditions. Teams chasing have enjoyed success here, with more than half the matches won while batting second. The average first-innings score is about 158, and any total above this can be difficult to chase. Batsmen who get set are able to score freely, while bowlers have to show discipline.
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STR vs THU: Predicted Playing XIs
Adelaide Strikers (STR):
Matthew Short (c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey (wk), Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lloyd Pope
Sydney Thunder (THU):
David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), Nic Maddinson, Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Wes Agar, Tom Andrews
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