SCO vs STA Big Bash League Match Preview:

The Perth Scorchers will square off against the Melbourne Stars in the 39th match of the BBL 2026 at Perth Stadium. This season has been a decent one for the Scorchers so far, having won six out of nine matches. They registered a 50-run win over the Melbourne Renegades in the previous encounter and are currently holding the second spot in the standings. Now, they will be aiming to carry forward their winning moment.

Similarly, the Stars have been enjoying a decent campaign in the ongoing season, having six wins out of nine matches. Additionally, they are coming off a 6-wicket win over the Adelaide Strikers. They are just one step down to the Scorchers in the point table. Today, their goal will be to overtake them and move ahead.   

SCO vs STA Recent Performance:

SCO vs STA Big Bash League  Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Big Bash League 
• Match: SCO vs STA Match 39
• Date: 17 Jan. 2026
• Match Start Time: 2:45 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth, Australia
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar.

SCO vs STA Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

SCO vs STA Pitch & Weather Report:

A cool and clear evening is forecast with a possibility of dew. The temperature will hover around 23.6°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 143 and 159 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.

Optus Stadium Perth Stats: 

Optus Stadium pitch offers a balanced surface. The pitch is easy to bat on in the first half; however, as the match progresses, the pitch becomes a bit slower. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.    

SCO vs STA Probable Playing 11

Perth Scorchers (STA) Probable 11:

Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner, Laurie Evans (WK), Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman

Melbourne Stars (SCO) Probable 11:

Sam Harper (WK), Tom Fraser Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Blake Macdonald, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle

SCO vs STA- Top Picks from SCO

SCO vs STA- Top Picks from STA

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Aaron Hardie (SCO) is a solid all-rounder in the SCO squad. He is expected to fire with the bat and ball and carry his good form forward.
• Finn Allen (SCO), the star batter, has hit 312 runs at a superlative strike rate of 192.59. He delivered an excellent century of 101 off just 53 against REN.
• Sam Harper (STA) has scored plenty of runs this season. He is the highest run getter for the STA-based side.
• Marcus Stoinis (STA) is enjoying the ongoing season, scoring 209 runs and taking 14 wickets.

SCO vs STA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

SCO vs STA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

SCO is expected to win this match. They have a 50% match winning record at this venue. Additionally, Finn Allen’s excellent form is also a good sign for them.

SCO vs STA Match 39 FAQ

Who is likely to win the SCO vs STA match today?

Perth Scorchers (STA) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Perth Scorchers

Who are the top fantasy picks for the SCO vs STA Dream11 team?

Finn Allen, Peter Siddle, Sam Harper, Marcus Stoinis, Cooper Connolly and Peter Siddle

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 143 and 159 runs.

The 39th BBL 2025 match between the Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars will take place at Optus Stadium in Perth on Saturday. Perth Scorchers won their last match by 50 runs against Melbourne Renegades and currently hold the second position in the points table with 12 points. They qualify for the playoffs.

On the other hand, the Melbourne Stars have won back-to-back matches and currently hold the third position in the points table with 12 points and also qualify for the playoffs round. They won their last match by six wickets against Adelaide Strikers, successfully chasing down the target of 84 runs in 15.1 overs.

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SCO vs STA Match Details

• Match: Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars, 39th Match 

• Date: 17th January 2026

• Time: 2.45 PM IST

• Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SCO vs STA Weather Report

SCO vs STA Pitch Report

The early overs will be dominated by fast bowlers. However, as the game progresses, the pitch will settle down and become more favourable for batting.

Top Batters to Watch – SCO vs STA

• Sam Harper (STA): 365 runs in this tournament 

• Finn Allen (SCO): 313 runs in this tournament 

• Mitchell Marsh (SCO): 299 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SCO vs STA

• Tom Curran (STA): 15 wickets in this tournament 

• Peter Siddle (STA): 15 wickets in this tournament 

• Cooper Connolly (SCO): 11 wickets in this tournament 

SCO vs STA Recent Form

SCO vs STA Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If STA Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–45

• Predicted Total: 160–165

• Match Result: SCO to win

Scenario 2: If SCO bats first

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 170–175

• Match Result: SCO to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SCO vs STA Predicted Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers 

Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman.

Melbourne Stars

Sam Harper, Thomas Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Blake Macdonald, Marcus Stoinis (c), Tom Curran, Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle

SCO vs STA Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, the Perth Scorchers are the favourites to win this BBL match. Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh and Ashton Turner are expected to be the key performers.

SCO vs STA Match FAQs

In Match 39th of the BBL 2025-26 will play the Perth Scorchers and the Melbourne Stars on Saturday, January 17, at Perth Stadium. This match is very crucial for both teams, as the winner will sit in top two places on the points table.

The Perth Scorchers are in a very good position, and winning this match will further help them to enter the semi-finals directly at home. Their batting has been powerful this season for the side, as Finn Allen, Mitchell Marsh, Aaron Hardie, and skipper Ashton Turner scoring runs regularly. With the ball, Cooper Connolly, Hardie and David Payne have come up with important breakthroughs at crucial moments.

The Melbourne Stars have also had a great season so far. They've won six out of nine matches and would want to make it to the top two. Sam Harper has been their most consistent batter, but Marcus Stoinis has played some important knocks. The Stars’ bowling attack, led by Stoinis, Tom Curran, Peter Siddle and Haris Rauf, has performed well in pressure situations.

SCO vs STA: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 23
• Perth Scorchers Won: 15
• Melbourne Stars Won: 8
• Tied: 0
• No Result: 0

SCO vs STA: Pitch Report

The surface of the Perth Stadium pitch is known for its pace and bounce. Fast bowlers get excellent support in the initial phase of the match, while batters who settle down quickly can score freely. The surface remains true for the entire match as spinners largely play a supporting role.

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SCO vs STA: Predicted Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers (SCO):

Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans (wk), Jhye Richardson, Nick Hobson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman

Melbourne Stars (STA):

Sam Harper (wk), Campbell Kellaway, Blake Macdonald, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Mitchell Swepson, Tom Curran, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle

SCO vs STA Match Preview

On Wednesday evening, the Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers face off in Match 7 of the 2023 Big Bash League at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Stars were defeated by the Brisbane Heat by 103 runs in their first game of the tournament. The Perth Scorchers’ first game against the Melbourne Renegades was called off after 6.5 overs. The Melbourne Stars finished last year at the bottom of the table. A defeat by more than 100 runs in their first game of the season will not instill much confidence. Their bowlers, on the other hand, will have had a relaxing evening without having to bowl.

SCO vs STA Match Details

Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Stars – 7th Match

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground – Melbourne

Date & Time: 13th December 2023 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar

SCO vs STA Venue Stats

SCO vs STA Pitch Report

In 2022, the average score at the Melbourne Cricket Ground was only 147 in T20 games. There will be some turn for the spin bowlers and some pace in the wicket for the quicks to exploit.

SCO vs STA Weather Report

We can expect plenty of cloud cover and high humidity throughout this game on the evening.

SCO vs STA Last Five Matches

SCO vs STA Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SCO vs STA Probable Playing XIs:

Perth Scorchers Probable Playing XIs

Stephen Eskinazi, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Hamish McKenzie, Jason Behrendorff

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Thomas Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Beau Webster (c), Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Liam Dawson, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Haris Rauf / Olly Stone, Mark Steketee

Topmost Picks for SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Perth Scorchers

• Aaron Hardie- the 24 year old is an attacking player and had never hit a half-century in the BBL before last season when he went past 50 on four occasions.
• Andrew Tye- only Sean Abbott has taken more wickets across the history of the BBL than the right-arm medium fast bowler who picked up 26 dismissals last year in this tournament.

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Hilton Cartwright – The middle order batter hit a quick-fire 33 runs from 16 balls against Brisbane Heat and we can expect to see him in the top five for this game.
• Liam Dawson – The all-rounder has been in excellent form in white ball cricket over recent years and the England international has taken 191 wickets across his T20 career.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SCO vs STA Dream11 Team:

Josh Inglis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Ashton Turner, Laurie Evans, Marcus Stoinis(VC), Aaron Hardie(C), Andrew Tye, Joel Paris, Jason Behrendorff, Liam Dawson

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SCO vs STA Dream11 Team:

Josh Inglis(VC), Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Ashton Turner, Laurie Evans, Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie, Andrew Tye, Joel Paris, Jason Behrendorff(C), Liam Dawson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Jason Behrendorff, Aaron Hardie

Vice-captain – Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis

Wicketkeeper – Josh Inglis

SCO vs STA Probable Winners:

This appears to be a one-sided game, with Melbourne Stars already appearing to be one of the tournament’s weaker sides. Although the Perth Scorchers have yet to complete a match in the competition, they have a number of players in good form. Perth Scorchers are expected to win convincingly. Considering the team combination, Perth Scorchers is expected to win this match.