The Sydney Thunder are all set to lock horns against the Sydney Sixers in the eighth game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on December 21 at Sydney Showground. The two teams have won their first matches, respectively, and will be eager to mark their second straight win of the tournament.
The Sydney Thunder heads to this game after thwarting Adelaide Strikers in their last outing by two wickets. The side boasts quality players who can pose a big threat to the Sydney Sixers in this game.
Here is the probable playing XI of Sydney Thunders against Sydney Sixers:
Openers:
Sam Konstas has been one of the best opening batters from the side. The opening batter struck 56 off 27 balls, featuring eight boundaries and two sixes, with a solid strike rate of 207, and single-handedly decimated Striker’s bowlers in their last game. Meanwhile, David Warner, the skipper of the team, needs to step up in this game to give a great start to the side. The left-handed batter is the most destructive batter for the side in T20 leagues.
Batters:
Cameron Bancroft has been one of the best batters for the side, having the ability to crush the opponents’ bowlers. Wicketkeeper batter Billings made 29 runs in their last game and will be looking to crush the Sixers bowlers in this game.
All-rounder:
Sherfane Rutherford has been in exceptionally good form for the West Indies, contributing with both bat and ball. He failed to mark his impact in their last game but possesses the ability to single-handedly decimate the bowlers. In addition, Chris Green can do well with both bat and ball against Sixers bowlers.
Bowlers:
Lockie Ferguson picked up three wickets in the last encounter. The trio makes the strong bowling attack of the team and will be looking to pose a big threat to the Sydney Sixers in this game. Tanveer has been an exceptionally well-performing bowler for Australia over the years.
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