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

THU vs SIX Match Preview

The two Sydney clubs will face off in Match 34 of the 2023/24 Big Bash League on Friday evening at the Sydney Cricket Club. Sydney Thunder have only won one match this season and are in seventh place, trailing their city rivals by seven points. Sydney Sixers have two BBL titles and have reached the play-off stage in the last five competitions. Indicating that their squad has performed admirably in this tournament in recent years. They will be confident of defeating their city rivals in this match. Sydney Thunder have lost to the Brisbane Heat, Hobart Hurricanes, and Perth Scorchers in their last four games. With only a no-result against the Sixers. They will be hoping that David Warner’s return will be enough to re-energize the team.

THU vs SIX Match Details

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers – 34th Match

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground – Sydney

Date & Time: 12th January 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ HotStar

THU vs SIX Venue Stats

THU vs SIX Pitch Report

The par score in T20 cricket at this venue in 2022 was only 145. We can expect a pitch with movement for the quicks and spinners in this match.

THU vs SIX Weather Report

There is no chance of rain interrupting this game on Saturday evening, according to the forecast.

THU vs SIX Last Five Matches

THU vs SIX Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: BCCI to Discuss White-Ball Future with Rohit Sharma; Possible Appointment of New Captain on the Agenda:Report – Cricket Winner

THU vs SIX Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

Cameron Bancroft (wk), Alex Hales, Jason Sangha, Oliver Davies, Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green (c), Gurinder Sandhu, Zaman Khan, Tanveer Sangha

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Steve O’Keefe

Topmost Picks for THU vs SIX Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• Cameron Bancroft- the keeper-batter gave Sydney Thunder a decent chance of chasing down their target of 173 against Brisbane Heat and has been the most consistent batter for the side in this year’s competition.
• Zaman Khan- the 22 year old right arm fast bowler has had an excellent spell with Thunder so far and has taken five wickets from the last two games.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• James Vince- the 32 year old made only 16 runs from his first three innings in BBL 2023-24 but hit eight fours and two sixes in a fluent innings in the last match.
• Jackson Bird- the right-arm fast medium bowler picked up two wickets inside the first seven overs of the last match including the big prize of Glenn Maxwell.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for THU vs SIX Dream11 Team:

Cameron Bancroft, Josh Philippe, James Vince, Alex Hales, Oliver Davies, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards(VC), Daniel Sams(C), Zaman Khan, Ben Dwarshuis, Tanveer Sangha

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for THU vs SIX Dream11 Team:

Cameron Bancroft, Josh Philippe, James Vince(C), Alex Hales(VC), Oliver Davies, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards, Daniel Sams, Zaman Khan, Ben Dwarshuis, Jordan Silk

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – James Vince, Daniel Sams

Vice-captain – Jack Edwards, Alex Hales

Wicketkeeper – Cameron Bancroft

THU vs SIX Probable Winners:

A Sydney derby is always must-see cricket, and fans can expect to be entertained from start to finish on Saturday night. Sydney Thunder have not had a lot of good luck this season, but with Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams in form, they should be competitive. Sixers have been difficult to beat in recent seasons and will be eager to prove that their last game was a fluke. Sydney Sixers are our pick to win Match 19. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.

THU vs SIX Match Preview

On Saturday evening, Sydney Thunder will face Sydney Sixers in match 19 of the 2023-24 Big Bash League at Sydney Showground Stadium. The Thunder have won one of their four games in the competition. While the Sixers have won three of their four. Sydney Thunder were unable to build on their victory over Melbourne Stars in Match 12. Will be looking for bigger scores from their top order in this game. Nonetheless, Sydney Thunder will be a formidable foe. The Sydney Sixers were surprisingly defeated at home by the Melbourne Stars in their previous game, but they will be ready for this derby. With so much experience on their side, they will be expecting to come back with a win.

THU vs SIX Match Details

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers – 19th Match

Venue: Sydney Showground Stadium – Sydney

Date & Time: 30th December 2023 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ HotStar

THU vs SIX Venue Stats

THU vs SIX Pitch Report

The par score in T20 cricket at this venue in 2022 was only 145. We can expect a pitch with movement for the quicks and spinners in this match.

THU vs SIX Weather Report

There is no chance of rain interrupting this game on Saturday evening, according to the forecast.

THU vs SIX Last Five Matches

THU vs SIX Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: BCCI to Discuss White-Ball Future with Rohit Sharma; Possible Appointment of New Captain on the Agenda:Report – Cricket Winner

THU vs SIX Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

Cameron Bancroft (wk), Alex Hales, Jason Sangha, Oliver Davies, Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green (c), Gurinder Sandhu, Zaman Khan, Tanveer Sangha

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Steve O’Keefe

Topmost Picks for THU vs SIX Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• Cameron Bancroft- the keeper-batter gave Sydney Thunder a decent chance of chasing down their target of 173 against Brisbane Heat and has been the most consistent batter for the side in this year’s competition.
• Zaman Khan- the 22 year old right arm fast bowler has had an excellent spell with Thunder so far and has taken five wickets from the last two games.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• James Vince- the 32 year old made only 16 runs from his first three innings in BBL 2023-24 but hit eight fours and two sixes in a fluent innings in the last match.
• Jackson Bird- the right-arm fast medium bowler picked up two wickets inside the first seven overs of the last match including the big prize of Glenn Maxwell.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for THU vs SIX Dream11 Team:

Cameron Bancroft, Josh Philippe, James Vince, Alex Hales, Oliver Davies, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards(VC), Daniel Sams(C), Zaman Khan, Ben Dwarshuis, Tanveer Sangha

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for THU vs SIX Dream11 Team:

Cameron Bancroft, Josh Philippe, James Vince(C), Alex Hales, Oliver Davies, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards, Daniel Sams, Zaman Khan(VC), Ben Dwarshuis, Jordan Silk

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – James Vince, Daniel Sams

Vice-captain – Jack Edwards, Zaman Khan

Wicketkeeper – Cameron Bancroft

THU vs SIX Probable Winners:

A Sydney derby is always must-see cricket, and fans can expect to be entertained from start to finish on Saturday night. Sydney Thunder have not had a lot of good luck this season, but with Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams in form, they should be competitive. Sixers have been difficult to beat in recent seasons and will be eager to prove that their last game was a fluke. Sydney Sixers are our pick to win Match 19. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.