The Adelaide Strikers will play against the Melbourne Stars in Match 10 of the BBL 2025-26, at the Adelaide Oval on Tuesday, December 23.

The Adelaide Strikers ended last season rather poorly as they finished at the bottom of their table. However, it looks like they have started well in the current season. In their first match, Adelaide Strikers triumphed over Sydney Sixers in a match in which they chased down 160 runs to win by three wickets.

The Melbourne Stars also kick-started their season on a impressive note. Having been eliminated in the last season, they returned in style by beating Hobart Hurricanes convincingly in their opening encounter. Led by Marcus Stoinis, the Stars chased down 159 runs in just 16 overs, losing only two wickets. They will aim to continue their winning form in this away game.

STR vs STA: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 19
  
• Adelaide Strikers Won: 9
  
• Melbourne Stars Won: 10
  
• Tied: 0
  
• No Result: 0

STR vs STA: Pitch Report

The Adelaide Oval will host its first BBL match of the season. The pitch is expected to be well balanced. Fast bowlers can get good bounce if they bowl with effort. Batters can score freely once they settle in. Overall, fans can expect a competitive contest between bat and ball.

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STR vs STA: Predicted Playing XIs

Adelaide Strikers (STR):

Matthew Short (C), Chris Lynn, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen (WK), Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Henry Thornton and Lloyd Pope.

Melbourne Stars (STA):

Joe Clarke, Thomas Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis (C), Glenn Maxwell, Sam Harper (WK), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf and Peter Siddle.

STR vs STA Match Preview

On Sunday evening at the Adelaide Oval, the Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars will face off in Match 20 of the 2023-24 Big Bash League. The Strikers have three points but have lost their last two games, whereas the Stars have four points after two victories. Adelaide Strikers are in the bottom half of the table and need to turn things around quickly if they are to salvage their season. However, they will fancy their chances in front of their home fans, even against a resurgent Melbourne Stars. Melbourne Stars will go into every match believing they have a chance now that Glenn Maxwell is back to full fitness and delivering with the bat. Their recent form has been excellent, and they will have no reservations about traveling to Adelaide for this game.

STR vs STA Match Details

Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars – 20th Match

Venue: Adelaide Oval – Adelaide

Date & Time: 31th December 2023 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar

STR vs STA Venue Stats

STR vs STA Pitch Report

During this year’s BBL, the only previous game at this venue saw a total of 405 runs scored. On Sunday evening, we anticipate another good batting wicket.

STR vs STA Weather Report

Sunday will be a warm and sunny day in Adelaide, with temperatures dropping from 23 degrees to the high teens in the evening.

STR vs STA Last Five Matches

STR vs STA Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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STR vs STA Probable Playing XIs:

Adelaide Strikers Probable Playing XIs

Matthew Short (c), D’Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Adam Hose, Jamie Overton, James Bazley, Harry Nielsen (wk), Wes Agar, David Payne, Cameron Boyce

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Sam Harper (wk), Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Thomas Rogers, Imad Wasim, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Olly Stone, Joel Paris

Topmost Picks for STR vs STA Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Adelaide Strikers

• Matthew Short- the skipper had made half-centuries in the previous two matches before being dismissed for only 8 against the Renegades. He will be keen to get back on track in this fixture.
• Jamie Overton- the England international has been in fine form ahead of this game with 6 wickets and scores of 31 not out and 29 not out across his last three BBL matches.

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Thomas Rogers- the left-handed top order batter has made a score in the 20s in each of his innings in this year’s BBL and was unbeaten in the last game, taking the Stars to victory.
• Marcus Stoinis- the all-rounder has picked up only one wicket so far in the competition but his ability to dismiss batters at big moments could be crucial on such a batter friendly pitch.

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

Sam Harper, Hilton Cartwright, Chris Lynn, Matthew Short, Jamie Overton(VC), D’Arcy Short, Glenn Maxwell(C), Beau Webster, David Payne, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf

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

Sam Harper, Hilton Cartwright, Chris Lynn, Matthew Short(C), Jamie Overton, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Beau Webster(VC), David Payne, Adam Hose, Haris Rauf

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short

Vice-captain – Jamie Overton, Beau Webster

Wicketkeeper – Sam Harper

STR vs STA Probable Winners:

These teams were fifth and fourth, respectively, but not far behind the second-placed team. We anticipate a close game, with both teams’ star batters likely to enjoy the pitch. Our prediction is for another high-scoring match at the Adelaide Oval, and we expect home fans to be pleased at the end of the game because we are rooting for the Adelaide Strikers to win. Considering the team combination, Adelaide Strikers is expected to win this match.