The Sydney Sixers are all set to lock horns against the Melbourne Stars in the 28th game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on January 9 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne. The side sits at the top spot of the points table with four wins and one loss and will be looking to maintain their dominating form heading into this game.
Their last game against Brisbane Heat was washed out due to wet grounds, and before that, they lost their game to the Hurricanes by 50 runs. The visitors will be looking to crush the hosts in this game to maintain their dominating spot in the BBL points table.
The probable Sydney Sixers’ Playing XI against Melbourne Stars:
Openers:
The two-star batters will be looking to give a great start to the Sixers in this game. Josh Philippe has been one of the best batters who has been giving a great start to the side. The wicketkeeper-batter can repeat the same role in this game while Vince is also expected to maintain his dominating form in this game. Vince has made 11 runs in his previous encounter.
Batter:
Moises Henriques has been one of the best batters and exceptional leaders, leading his side from the front with his blistering performances. He has racked up 22 runs in their last game. The stylish right-handed batter Jordan Silk has been great and will be looking to boost the middle and lower order of the game, having racked up 20 runs in their last encounter. Kurtis will be looking to boost the top and middle orders of the game.
All-rounders:
Jack Edwards has been one of the best all-rounders from the Sixers camp who can crush the Stars with both bat and ball. Kerr has been in great form and poses a big threat to the Stars in this game. Ben will be responsible for playing a crucial role with the ball in the middle overs of the game alongside batting at the lower spot. The middle order needs to step up in this game to maintain their dominating form heading into this game.
Bowlers:
Akeal Hosein will be leading the pace attack of the team and will be looking to crush Star’s batting lineup. Todd Murphy has been one of the best bowlers when it comes to T20 leagues, and he possesses the ability to bat at the lower end as well. Bird might pose a big threat to opponents in this game.
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