The thrill of the Big Bash League (BBL 2024-25) continues with Melbourne Stars (STA) taking on Sydney Thunder (THU). Both sides will lock horns in game 14 of the tournament on Saturday, December 27, at the Manuka Oval, in Canberra. It is worth noting that Stars have gotten off to a horrid start to the tournament. With four games played, the side has lost all four matches, and currently occupy last place in the standings.
On the other hand, Thunder have played two games in the competition so far. The side has managed to win one game and lost another. They currently occupy sixth place in the standings and will hope for their second win of the season.
Also Check: BBL 2024-25 Points Table
STA vs THU Match Details
Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming Details | Click Here |
Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder, Match 14, BBL | Manuka Oval, Canberra | Saturday, December 27, 1:45 pm IST | Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar (app and website) | STA vs THU Match Live Score |
STA vs THU Manuka Oval Pitch Report
The surface at the Manuka Oval in Canberra is one that is preferred by the batters. A high-scoring encounter could be quite the possibility on such a pitch, and opting to bat first after winning the toss could be a viable decision.
STR vs HUR Head-To-Head Records
Matches Played | Won by Melbourne Stars | Won by Sydney Thunder | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
20 | 10 | 10 | 00 | 17 Dec 2011 | 23 Dec 2023 |
Probable Predicted 11s for STA vs THU
Melbourne Stars (STA):
Thomas Fraser Rogers, Joe Clarke, Sam Harper (wk), Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Campbell Kellaway, Adam Milne, Brody Couch.
Sydney Thunder (THU):
Sam Konstas, David Warner (c), Cameron Bancroft, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha.
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Probable Top Performers from STA vs THU
Probable Best Batter: Daniel Sams
Sydney Thunder’s Daniel Sams could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Melbourne Stars. Sams has been in good form, and with a quickfire knock of 42* runs in 18 deliveries, Sams could be a star performer for Thunder in the upcoming game.
Probable Best Bowler: Lockie Ferguson
Sydney Thunder’s Lockie Ferguson could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Melbourne Stars. With three wickets and 24 runs conceded in his last game, Ferguson looked to be in great form, and he will hope to continue his performance in the upcoming clash as well.
Today’s Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder to win the match
Scenario 1
Sydney Thunder win the toss and opt to bat first
PP Score: 50-55
THU: 155-160
Sydney Thunder to win the match
Scenario 2
Melbourne Stars win the toss and opt to bat first
PP Score: 45-50
STA: 145-150
Sydney Thunder to win the match