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Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers, BBLT20, Today Match Prediction 17 December 2025
SYS vs ADS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Adelaide Strikers won the toss and choose to bowl first
Adelaide Strikers beat Sydney Sixers by 3 wickets
Sydney Sixers have dominated Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, beating them four times in their last five encounters.
- The last time Adelaide Strikers beat Sydney Sixers in the BBL was back in 2022.
- The Strikers’ fate rests on Matt Short, Chris Lynn, and Hasan Ali.
- The Sixers’ key players for this clash are Josh Philippe, Moises Henriques, and Jack Edwards.
Sydney Sixers are primed to come out victorious in this match.
| Tournament: | Big Bash League, 2025-2026 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park, Australia |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 25.1°C|Sunny |
SYS vs ADS Live Prediction
SYS vs ADS Match Prediction & Analysis
Sydney Sixers will face-off with Adelaide Strikers in the fourth fixture of the ongoing Big Bash League. The Sixers suffered a defeat in their season opener and will be looking to bounce back here. Meanwhile, the Strikers, who finished last previous season, have a big challenge on their hands, but they will push hard to start their new campaign on a positive note.
SYS vs ADS Betting News
Adelaide Strikers Record at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
Adelaide Strikers haven't had the best of times at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in the BBL, where they won only two of six matches played.
Sydney Sixers Record at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
Sydney Sixers holds a good record at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in the Big Bash League (BBL) where they won 40 of the 66 matches played.
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RECENT PERFORMANCE
SYS
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L
L
W
W
SYS
117/5 in 10.1 11.51
113/5 in 11.0 10.27
173/7 in 20.0 8.65
161/5 in 20.0 8.05
182/5 in 20.0 9.1
183/7 in 19.5 9.23
ADS
L
L
W
L
W
ADS
163/5 in 16.2 9.98
161/10 in 19.1 8.4
182/5 in 20.0 9.1
183/7 in 19.5 9.23
187/5 in 18.4 10.02
186/5 in 20.0 9.3
142/9 in 20.0 7.1
143/5 in 17.1 8.33
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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203/5 in 20.0
BBL T20 2022
Sydney Sixers won by 59 runs
144/10 in 19.1
TEAMS PREVIEW
Sydney Sixers Preview
Sydney Sixers opened their season with a five-wicket loss against Perth Scorchers. Rain reduced the contest to an 11-over game, which means the Sixers will not dwell on it too much and expect
Their batting unit appears well-stocked. Josh Philippe should feature at number three and is one of their most important batters. Babar Azam brings calm control to the opening pairing alongside Daniel Hughes, giving the top order balance and clarity early.
Captain Moises Henriques carries heavy responsibility after finishing last season as the side’s top scorer, amassing 236 runs across 10 matches at a strike rate of 124 overall.
The Sixers also rely on depth from their pace bowling all-rounders. Jack Edwards and Ben Dwarshuis fit that role well. Edwards topped the scoring last time out with 46 off 21, while adding a wicket from his two overs during the match.
Dwarshuis had an excellent campaign last year, combining clean striking with control. He enters this match in good form, shown recently by figures of two for 36 from three overs, and shapes up as a major presence for the Sixers again, offering balance across phases of the innings and field.
Charles Stobo and Todd Murphy add further wicket-taking options to the attack and should adapt well across different playing surfaces.
SS Over/Under Betting Tips
Josh Phillipe Total Runs Over 21.5 1.85
Josh Phillipe scored 28 runs in the last match against the Perth Scorchers. At SCG, he has scored 1019 runs in 37 matches, averaging 30.88, where he smashed 9 half centuries. Against the Strikers he has scored 277 runs in 12 matches, averaging 27.7. Given his current run of form and record at the venue, we back Phillipe to score over 21 runs in today's match against the Strikers.
Sydney Sixers Predicted Playing XI:
Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Charles Stobo, Mitchell Perry, Todd Murphy
Sydney Sixers Key Players From Previous Game Of Big Bash League, 2025-2026
Sydney Sixers Actual Playing XI:
Babar Azam, Jack Edwards, Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques, Hayden Kerr, Josh Philippe, Jafer Chohan, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Mitchell Perry
Adelaide Strikers Preview
Adelaide Strikers enter the 2025-26 BBL season looking for a reset after a poor previous campaign that ended with them at the foot of the table. With only one championship to their name from eight seasons earlier, the focus is now on turning results around through steadier performances and a better mix of youth and experience.
Their batting setup leans toward an attacking mindset, built around Matt Short. The order blends power hitters with seasoned T20 names capable of controlling all phases. Short crossed 500 runs across T20 competitions this year at a strike rate of 170, and his influence will shape how far the Strikers can go.
Chris Lynn is set to open alongside him after a strong Vitality Blast showing in mid-2025, where he scored 222 runs from four innings at a rate of 198.2. He has also been busy in T10 cricket recently, striking close to 220.
New signing Mackenzie Harvey caught the eye during the recent Top End T20 Series 2025, scoring 306 runs at an average of 51 and a strike rate of 146.41. Jason Sangha adds strength to the top four, striking above 185 during the Powerplay in the previous BBL season.
The middle overs are covered through Alex Ross, who struck at 141 last season, with Lynn and Short also operating above 180 in that period.
Jamie Overton and local quick Henry Thornton provide wicket-taking threats, while overseas seamer Hasan Ali is expected to address Powerplay issues after taking 24 wickets at a 9.5 strike rate in that phase across T20 leagues this year. Luke Wood adds further seam options. Cameron Boyce offers off-spin depth.
Adelaide Strikers Predicted Playing XI:
Matt Short (c), Mackenzie Harvey, Chris Lynn, Jason Sangha, Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen, Henry Thornton, Hasan Ali, Luke Wood, Lloyd Pope/ Cameron Boyce
Adelaide Strikers Actual Playing XI:
Chris Lynn, Alex Ross, Jason Sangha, Matthew Short, Liam Scott, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen, Hasan Ali, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, Luke Wood
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Expect the surface at the Sydney Cricket Ground to be fairly balanced. Early overs can see the ball hold up against the bat and get a bit of shape in the air under lights, which makes targeting a good start worthwhile. Slower bowlers can make an impact once the ball softens and the surface wears, while chasing sides sometimes manage to keep pace if they time phases well.
The weather will be breezy and pleasant in Sydney throughout.
SYS vs ADS Pitch Report
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Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Minimal Turn
The average first innings score of around 160 suggests competitive totals are on the cards. For this fixture, a score of around 175 will be needed to keep pressure on the chasing side.
Total Over/Under Betting Tips
Adelaide Strikers to Win the Coin Toss 1.90
We are backing the Adelaide Strikers to win the coin toss against Sydney Sixers in match 4 of the Big Bash League 2025 season.
Toss: To Bat
Recent Twenty20 games at the Sydney Cricket Ground have shown scores range from modest to big totals, and captains winning the toss do not always stick rigidly to one plan given how conditions can change after sunset. Generally, though, batting first is considered a better option here.
SYS vs ADS
Winning Prediction
Sydney Sixers will back themselves to respond well after going down in their first match, particularly against Adelaide Strikers, who haven't beaten them since 2022. The Sixers possess a balanced lineup across all departments and have the quality to defeat anyone when firing properly. The Strikers depend heavily on Matt Short and Chris Lynn, and without contributions from that pair, they look vulnerable. All things considered, we think the Sixers are better positioned to control this contest, more so given they have home ground advantage working in their favor.
Sydney Sixers are primed to come out victorious in this match.
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