The action returns to Sydney Showground Stadium as Sydney Thunder take on Perth Scorchers in the 33rd match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 season. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST on January 14, 2025. Thunder are seeking redemption after back-to-back losses, while Scorchers, currently struggling for consistency, aim to bounce back after a series of defeats.
Match Details
Fixture | Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers |
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Date | January 14, 2025 |
Time | 7:30 PM IST |
Venue | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney |
Teams Preview
Sydney Thunder Preview
Sydney Thunder return to their home ground with hopes of turning their season around. Despite their recent setbacks, they hold an edge over Perth Scorchers, having beaten them earlier in the tournament by chasing down 178 with 4 wickets in hand.
David Warner has been a beacon of consistency for the Thunder, scoring prolifically at the top. While Sam Billings and Oliver Davies showed glimpses of form, the team needs more substantial contributions from the middle-order to support Warner’s efforts. Matthew Gilkes and Sam Konstas must step up to provide a stronger platform.
Thunder’s bowling attack will be key on the pace-friendly Sydney pitch. George Garton and Wes Agar have been effective, while Mohammad Hasnain adds pace and aggression. Spin duo Chris Green and Tom Andrews offer control and will play a crucial role in restricting Scorchers’ batting lineup.
Key Players: David Warner, Sam Billings, George Garton
Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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David Warner (c) | Batter |
Sam Konstas | Batter |
Oliver Davies | Batter |
Matthew Gilkes | Wicketkeeper |
Sam Billings (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Chris Green | All-rounder |
Daniel Christian | All-rounder |
Tom Andrews | Bowler |
Wes Agar | Bowler |
George Garton | Bowler |
Mohammad Hasnain | Bowler |
Perth Scorchers Preview
Perth Scorchers find themselves in a challenging spot, currently fifth in the points table with only three wins from eight matches. Despite flashes of brilliance from players like Ashton Turner and Sam Fanning, the team has struggled to string together consistent performances.
The Scorchers’ batting lineup needs to find stability, starting with a strong opening partnership from Finn Allen and Sam Fanning. While Allen is a proven performer, Fanning showed promise in his last outing and will be keen to cement his spot.
The bowling attack, usually Scorchers’ strength, has faltered recently. Andrew Tye and Jason Behrendorff must regain their rhythm, while Cooper Connolly and Ashton Agar provide spin options to complement the pace attack.
Key Players: Ashton Turner, Finn Allen, Jason Behrendorff
Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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Sam Fanning | Batter |
Finn Allen (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Aaron Hardie | Batter |
Cooper Connolly | All-rounder |
Ashton Turner (c) | Batter |
Nick Hobson | Batter |
Ashton Agar | All-rounder |
Matthew Spoors | Bowler |
Jhye Richardson | Bowler |
Andrew Tye | Bowler |
Jason Behrendorff | Bowler |
Fantasy Team XI
Position | Player |
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Captain | David Warner |
Vice-Captain | Ashton Turner |
Batsmen | Oliver Davies, Sam Fanning, Aaron Hardie |
All-rounders | Chris Green, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar |
Wicketkeeper | Sam Billings |
Bowlers | George Garton, Wes Agar, Jason Behrendorff, Mohammad Hasnain |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
Sydney Showground Stadium has been a bowler-friendly venue, with pacers finding ample movement early on. Spinners also enjoy assistance as the game progresses. The average first innings score in the last 10 T20 matches here is 148 runs. A target of 170 or more could prove to be challenging to chase.
Weather Conditions
It will be partly cloudy with temperatures hovering around 24°C. Rain is expected earlier in the day, but clear skies are forecast for the evening, ensuring minimal disruption during the match.
Toss Prediction
Teams bowling first have won six of the last 10 matches at this venue. Expect captains to opt for bowling upon winning the toss to take advantage of early pitch conditions.
Winning Prediction
Both teams have faced their share of challenges this season, but Sydney Thunder’s solid record at their home ground gives them the edge. With David Warner in red-hot form and their bowlers likely to exploit the conditions effectively, the Thunder are well-positioned to clinch this encounter.
Prediction: Sydney Thunder to win.
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