SS vs ST Match Preview

Sydney Thunder have moved closer to the BBL-14 Final, defeating the Melbourne Stars and scheduling a high-stakes Challenger match against their city rivals, the Sixers, this Friday evening. Their previous meeting got rained out, leaving us eagerly awaiting a nail-biting showdown when these Sydney teams meet again in this pivotal match. The winner of this match will face the Hobart Hurricanes in the grand finale on Sunday.

SS vs ST Match Details

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

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

Date & Time: 24th January 2025 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SS vs ST Venue Stats

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

SS vs ST Pitch Report

Batsmen typically enjoy the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground, but spinners do find their footing later in the game. The ball is coming off the bat nicely, which encourages aggressive play, especially in the evening.

SS vs ST Weather Report

The weather in Sydney is gradually improving. It will be blustery with partly cloud cover, making conditions ideal for seam bowlers. 

SS vs ST Last Five Matches

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

SS vs ST Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	SS Won	ST Won	Tie	NR
Overall	26	18	7	0	1
Last 5	5	2	2	0	1

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

SS vs ST Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), Kurtis Patterson, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Ben Manenti, Mitchell Perry, Jafer Chohan

Topmost Picks for SS vs ST Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• David Warner –  Captain David Warner, who was dismissed for a duck in the Knockout, has been a key player this season, with 346 runs in 10 innings at a strike rate of 141.22.
• Chris Green – Chris Green is the main threat for the Thunder, having claimed 11 wickets in 8 innings with a thrifty economy rate of 7.32

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Moises Henriques – Skipper Moises Henriques has been instrumental, accumulating 207 runs in nine innings with a strike rate of 129.37.
• Ben Dwarshius –  Ben Dwarshius has been a constant threat, taking 14 wickets while maintaining an economy rate of 8.78.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SS vs ST Dream11 Team:

Sam Billings, Josh Philippe, David Warner, Steven Smith, Moises Henriques, Chris Green(VC), Jack Edwards, Tom Andrews, Tanveer Sangha, Ben Dwarshuis(C), Hayden Kerr

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SS vs ST Dream11 Team:

Sam Billings, Josh Philippe, David Warner(C), Steven Smith, Moises Henriques, Chris Green, Jack Edwards(VC), Tom Andrews, Tanveer Sangha, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – David Warner, Ben Dwarshuis

Vice-captain – Chris Green, Jack Edwards

Wicketkeeper – Sam Billings

SS vs ST Probable Winners:

The Sydney Sixers have maintained the upper hand over the Sydney Thunder in recent matchups and won their last four, including one earlier this season. The Thunder, on the other hand, will be buoyed by their recent Knockout victory, whereas the Sixers are hoping to rebound from their Qualifier loss. Both squads bring plenty of power to this match, but the Thunder's bowlers, particularly their spinners, could take advantage of the Sydney pitch and turn the game in their favor. This battle between two strong sides has all the ingredients of an exciting game. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.