STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Playing XI: Match 14, Big Bash League, 2025 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report
STA vs THU Dream11 Team Predictions for Today- Match Read Big Bash League, 2025 Match 14 H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report, and who will win today's match between STA vs THU.
STA vs THU Big Bash League Match Preview:
The Melbourne Stars are set to face the Sydney Thunder in the BBL 2025 on Sunday, December 27th at Manuka Oval in Canberra, Australia. The Stars started well in the Big Bash League, winning all of their matches so far. In their previous encounter, they beat the Sydney Sixers by 7 wickets. Melbourne Stars currently top the points table with 6 points.
On the other hand, the Strikers beat the Brisbane Heat by 34 runs in the previous game and registered their first win in the tournament. Matthew Gilkes, Sam Konstas, and Shadab Khan were the top performers. They are eager to perform well in this match.
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STA & THU Recent Performance:
| STA | W | L | L | L | L |
| THU | W | L | W | L | W |
STA vs THU Big Bash League Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: Big Bash League
- Match: STA vs THU Match 14
- Date: 28 Dec. 2025
- Match Start Time: 1:45 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar.
STA vs THU Head-to-Head Stats:
(Last 10 Matches)
| STA Won | 4 |
| THU Won | 6 |
| NR | 0 |
STA vs THU Pitch & Weather Report:
The weather is expected to remain pleasant during this match. The temperature will hover around 20.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 143 and 167 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.
| Temp. | 20.0°C |
| Rain Possibility | 10% |
| Avg Score | 155 |
| Best Suited For | Pace (56%) |
Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia Stats:
Manuka Oval pitch offers an ideal surface for batting with good carry and bounce. However, pacers get a little assistance at the start of the match. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.
| Win Bat First | 46% |
| Win Bowl First | 50% |
STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Playing 11
Melbourne Stars (STA) Probable 11:
Sam Harper (WK), Joe Clarke, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Jonathan Merlo, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle
Sydney Thunder (THU) Probable 11:
Matthew Gilkes, Sam Konstas, David Warner, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (WK), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley
STA vs THU- Top Picks from STA
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Sam Harper | WK | 165 | 0 |
| Marcus Stoinis | AR | 94 | 5 |
| Campbell Kellaway | BAT | 83 | 0 |
| Peter Siddle | BOW | 0 | 7 |
STA vs THU- Top Picks from THU
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Matthew Gilkes | BAT | 108 | 0 |
| Shadab Khan | AR | 75 | 6 |
| Daniel Sams | AR | 34 | 3 |
| Sam Billings | WK | 79 | 0 |
Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:
- Sam Harper (STA) delivered an excellent century of 110 runs off just 60 deliveries in the last outing.
- Marcus Stoinis (STA) has been lethal with the ball and bat. He has scored 94 runs and claimed 5 wickets in this tournament.
- Matthew Gilkes (THU) played an explosive knock of 76 runs off just 48 deliveries. He is a must-own pick for this match.
- Shadab Khan (THU) is a solid all-rounder; his all-around capabilities make him a valuable player for upcoming games.
STA vs THU Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
| Captain | Vice-captain |
| Sam Harper | Shadab Khan |
| Marcus Stoinis | Matthew Gilkes |
STA vs THU Fantasy Team Suggestion:
STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice
| THU Captain Choice | Sam Harper |
| GL Captain Choice | Marcus Stoinis |
| Punt Picks | Shadab Khan, Matthew Gilkes |
| Dream11 Combination | 1-2-4-4 |
STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:
STA is expected to win this match. They have performed brilliantly and haven't lost a single game so far. Additionally, Sam Harper’s and Marcus Stoinis' excellent form is also a good sign for them.
STA vs THU Match 14 FAQ
Who is likely to win the STA vs THU match today?
Melbourne Stars (STA) is expected to win this match.
Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?
Sydney Thunder
Who are the top fantasy picks for the STA vs THU Dream11 team?
Sam Harper, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Gilkes, Shadab Khan, Campbell Kellaway and Sam Konstas
What is the pitch report for this match?
The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 143 and 167 runs.
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