The Big Bash League (BBL) 2025–26 continues with Match 7, where Sydney Thunder (THU) will face Sydney Sixers (SIX) in a high-voltage Sydney derby at the Sydney Showground Stadium on Saturday, December 20.

The Sydney Thunder began their season with a loss against the Hobart Hurricanes, who beat them by four wickets. Though Thunder have faced difficulties against the Sixers in previous encounters, they will be looking to improve that record and mark their first points of the season. Team spirit will play an important role in this crucial derby match.

The Sydney Sixers also have had a tough start in the tournament. They have lost both matches that they have played and are now placed at the seventh position in the points table with a negative net run rate. Even though their matches have been close, their batting has not scored enough points, which has affected the bowlers. The Sixers will be desperate for a win to get their campaign back on track.

THU vs SIX: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 28
  
• Sydney Thunder Won: 8
  
• Sydney Sixers Won: 17
  
• Tied / No Result: 3

THU vs SIX: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Sydney Showground Stadium has produced balanced contests. Both teams batting first and chasing have found success here. Spinners usually get some help from the surface, especially in the middle overs. Captains may prefer to assess conditions first before deciding whether to bat or bowl.

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THU vs SIX: Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder (THU):

Matthew Gilkes, Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (wk), Oliver Davies, Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green (c), Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley

Sydney Sixers (SIX):

Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Mitchell Perry, Jafer Chouhan