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CLAIM NOWMelbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder, BBLT20, Today Match Prediction 28 December 2024
MLS vs SYT Win Probability
Toss Winner - Melbourne Stars won the toss and choose to bowl first
Sydney Thunder beat Melbourne Stars by 18 runs
Melbourne Stars' must-win game after four consecutive losses
- Melbourne Stars have lost four consecutive games and lack form
- Sydney Thunder has won the last three games against Melbourne Stars
- Melbourne Stars' bowlers failed to defend 194 runs in the last game
Sydney Thunder to win
| Tournament: | Big Bash League, 2024-25 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Manuka Oval, Griffith, Australia |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 25.3°C|Sunny |
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MLS vs SYT Live Prediction
MLS vs SYT Match Prediction & Analysis
We have had close contests in the Big Bash League 2024-25. As we enter the 14th game, the Melbourne Stars will fight for survival as they take on Sydney Thunder. The Stars lost to the Sydney Sixers in the last game and are struggling with their form. The Sydney Thunder also lost against the Sixers in a close contest, and the team will look to bounce back and move up on the points table.
The Melbourne Stars sit at the bottom of the points table. They have lost all four matches this season; another loss will seal their fate for the rest of the season. The side has a poor record against Sydney Thunder, with losses in the last three games. It remains to be seen if the Stars can recover in this game with a good performance and keep their hopes alive for the rest of the season.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
MLS
L
L
L
L
L
MLS
165/6 in 20.0 8.25
150/9 in 20.0 7.5
150/4 in 17.1 8.74
146/9 in 20.0 7.3
SYT
L
W
L
L
L
SYT
183/8 in 19.4 9.3
182/8 in 20.0 9.1
140/10 in 19.2 7.24
144/1 in 16.1 8.91
137/8 in 20.0 6.85
140/3 in 19.1 7.3
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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119/7 in 20.0
BBL T20 2022
Sydney Thunder won by 3 wkts
120/7 in 18.5
TEAMS PREVIEW
Melbourne Stars Preview
It will be an uphill climb for Marcus Stoinis' team. They have lost all four games they have played and sit at the bottom of the points table. They went down by 8 wickets in the last game against the Sydney Sixers. The bowling attack has struggled in most games. Stoinis would want his players to pull up their socks and do well in this game to keep hopes alive.
Ben Duckett batted brilliantly in the last game, and he will have a key role at the top with his opening partner, Thomas Rogers. They have a strong middle order and expect runs from Sam Harper, Glenn Maxwell, and Stoinis. Tom Curran and Hilton Cartwright have good hitting abilities, and the team expects them to add quick runs in the lower middle order.
The bowling attack failed to defend 194 runs in the last game, and they will have low confidence. The side expects Peter Siddle and Marcus Stoinis to strike early in the game and put Thunder batters under pressure. Maxwell and Curran must use their experience and do well in the middle overs. Usama Mir struggled in the last game and needs to do well in the supporting role with Doug Warren.
MS Over/Under Betting Tips
Stoinis has scores of 20, 27, 26, and 37 runs in the 4 matches he has played this season. He has scored a minimum of 20 runs in every game he has played. Against the Sydney Thunder, he averages 30 runs per game and has amassed 420 runs so far in his BBL career.
Duckett in his first game of the season has scored a classy half century scoring 68 runs in 29 balls. The left hander has been in top notch form in T20s this year where he has scored 376 runs, averaging 53.7 runs per game. We back the southpaw to continue his form and score over 21.5 runs in this game.
Melbourne Stars Predicted Playing XI:
Marcus Stoinis (c), Sam Harper (wk), Ben Duckett, Glenn Maxwell, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Doug Warren, Peter Siddle
Melbourne Stars Key Players From Previous Game Of Big Bash League, 2024-25
Melbourne Stars Actual Playing XI:
Beau Webster, Sam Harper, Brody Couch, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Ben Duckett, Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Jonathan Merlo, Peter Siddle
Sydney Thunder Preview
David Warner's team will look to make a strong comeback in the tournament. They had a poor outing against the Sydney Sixers in the last game, going down by 5 wickets. They struggled with the bat and paid the price. Warner would like to exploit Melbourne Stars' lack of form in this game and improve his team's position on the points table.
David Warmer must lead from the front and put up a big partnership with Nic Maddinson for the first wicket. Cameron Bancroft is looking in good form, and he will look to build partnerships with Oliver Davies and Sherfane Rutherford. The team has depth in the batting and expects good performances from Daniel Sams and Sam Billings.
The bowling attack bravely defended the small total in the last game. Nathan McAndrew and Lockie Ferguson are in good form and must strike early. Chris Green will look to improve his performance after struggling in the last game. The side will also like a good show from Tanveer Sangha and Daniel Sams.
ST Over/Under Betting Tips
Warner has been disappointing with the bat in both matches this BBL season, scoring only 24 runs with two fours. In T20s played in Canberra, he averages 1.33 fours per game. Against the Stars, Warner averages three fours per game. We predict that Warner will return to form, have a good outing with the bat, and hit more than 2.5 fours in today's match.
One of the most experienced and steady batters, Bancroft, has had a significant impact at the top of the order for the Thunder, scoring 76 runs (70, 6) in his 2 matches. At Manuka Oval, he has scored 138 runs in 6 matches, averaging 34.5 runs per match. Against the Melbourne Stars, he has scored 209 runs in 10 matches, averaging 29.9 runs per game.
Sydney Thunder Predicted Playing XI:
David Warner (c), Nic Maddinson, Cameron Bancroft, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha
Sydney Thunder Key Players From Previous Game Of Big Bash League, 2024-25
Sydney Thunder Actual Playing XI:
Oliver Davies, Chris Green, Cameron Bancroft, Lockie Ferguson, David Warner, Wes Agar, Daniel Sams, Jason Sangha, Sam Billings, Sherfane Rutherford, Tom Andrews
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
There would be clear skies over Canberra on December 28, which would make the conditions great for T20 cricket. The wicket would be flat, though there would be some assistance for the bowlers here. The average first innings score is 149 runs, and a score of 170 runs or more should be the target for the side batting first.
MLS vs SYT Pitch Report
Manuka Oval, Canberra, has short square boundaries, which is good for batsmen who like playing their strokes square of the wicket. The outfield here is fast, a huge bonus for the batsmen. Fast bowlers do get their assistance from the surface, but it is a difficult venue for the spinners to bowl.
Total Over/Under Betting Tips
The average total wickets per match in the 27 T20s played at the Manuka Oval is 12 per game. The Thunder have lost on average 6.5 wickets per game, while the Stars have lost 8.25 wickets per game. We predict the batters to dominate the bowlers and expect less than 13.5 wickets to fall in this match.
Both the Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder have won 10 coin tosses apiece in their 20 head-to-head matches. The Thunder have a 1-1 record in coin tosses this season, while the Stars have won one and lost two. We predict that the visiting Sydney Thunder will win the coin toss in this fixture.
The average total match score last season at Manuka Oval was on the lower side, at 281.5 runs. However, the surface appears to have improved this season, with more favorable batting conditions. The average first innings score has risen to 166 runs, suggesting a higher-scoring game. We predict the total match score to exceed 325.5 runs in this fixture.
Toss: To Bowl
In the last five games at this venue, the side chasing the score has won four times. There would be something in there for the bowlers on this surface, as we had seen during the last few matches. The side winning the toss would like to use these conditions and bowl first upon winning the toss.
MLS vs SYT
Winning Prediction
The Melbourne Stars lack confidence after four consecutive losses. The bowling attack has been in shambles and will hurt the team's confidence heading into this contest. They must play aggressively to win this game. Sydney Thunder has a strong batting lineup and a strong bowling attack. Based on the current form, the Sydney Thunder shall have an edge.
Sydney Thunder to win
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