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CLAIM NOWSydney Sixers
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6.96Sydney Thunder
Toss Winner - Sydney Sixers won the toss and choose to bowl first
Abandoned
The team that wins this game is locked into a top-two position, meaning they get a safety net in the playoffs.
Back Sydney Sixers as the winners of this match.
Tournament: | Big Bash League, 2024-25 |
Format: | t20 |
Venue: | Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park, Australia |
Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
Weather: | 21.3°C|Overcast |
Get ready for a big one on Friday as the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder go head-to-head at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Match 37 of the 2024-25 BBL season. While both Sydney teams have already punched their ticket to the BBL|14 finals, this match carries extra weight - the winners will secure a top-two finish and earn themselves a safety net in the playoffs. With so much on the line, you can bet both the Sixers and the Thunder will be bringing their A-game.
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BBL T20 2022
Sydney Sixers beat Sydney Thunder by 125 runs
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Sydney Sixers have surged back to the top of the standings following two consecutive victories, capped by a thrilling chase of 183 against the Adelaide Strikers, with just one ball to spare.
Steven Smith's comeback has given the Sixers a real lift. He blasted an unbeaten 121 off just 64 balls against the Scorchers in his first appearance this season and backed that up with a strong half-century facing the Strikers. This will be Smith's final game for the Sixers before he departs for the Sri Lanka tour.
Beyond Smith, expect runs from Josh Philippe and Moises Henriques, who've both been reliable run-getters this season.
With the ball, Ben Dwarshius has consistently taken wickets, grabbing 12 while maintaining an economy rate of 8.78. He's also chipped in with a valuable 100 runs late in the innings at a strike rate nearing 180. Sean Abbott and Hayden Kerr round out the bowling attack, offering the potential for match-changing spells.
In the 14 T20 matches played at the SCG, Smith is averaging 3.5 fours per match and the last time he played at this venue he smashed a magnificent hundred against the Scorchers, where he hit 10 fours.
Steve Smith has been unstoppable this season where he has scored 121* & 52 this season so far, making a real impact with the bat. His batting average at the SCG in T20's is a staggering 70, where he has scored 630 runs in 14 matches. Given his current form, Steven Smith is the best batter to bet on for this Sydney Derby.
Josh Philippe (wk), Steven Smith, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Jafer Chohan, Todd Murphy
Jack Edwards, Steven Smith, Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Josh Philippe, Jafer Chohan, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy, Lachlan Shaw
The Thunder clinched their spot in the BBL|14 finals with a commanding victory over the Scorchers at home on Monday night. It's a major shift from last season, when they ended up dead last with just a single victory. Sam Konstas continued his good form, grinding out a fifty on a tough pitch that was favoring spin. The Thunder's spinners then made quick work of Perth, limiting them to just 97 runs. The win pumped up their net run rate, setting the stage for a massive Sydney Smash at the SCG on Friday.
The Thunder have stayed near the top of the standings all season, even with a string of injuries plaguing the squad. As many as six players from their initial roster of 18 have missed time. David Warner's steady hand and run-scoring (324 in 8 innings) have been a huge part of that success.
Another player to watch is Sam Billings, who is in great form, accumulating 185 runs in 8 innings at a strike rate of 136.
On the bowling side, Chris Green is the main threat for the Thunder, having claimed 11 wickets in 8 innings with a thrifty economy rate of 7.32. Wes Agar and Nathan McAndrew have also done the job, taking 15 wickets between them. The return of Tanveer Sangha rounds out a bowling attack that's both strong and versatile.
Konstas scored a match winning half century (53 runs in 42 balls) in his last outing against the Scorchers. The young aggressive right hander has been in good form recently and we back him to continue his good work with the bat and play another impactful knock in today's match.
Sam Konstas, David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), Hugh Weibgen, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, George Garton, Tom Andrews, Tanveer Sangha, Mohammad Hasnain/Wes Agar
Matthew Gilkes, Nathan McAndrew, Sam Billings, David Warner, Sam Konstas, Chris Green, Tom Andrews, Hugh Weibgen, Daniel Christian, George Garton, Mohammad Hasnain
The Sydney Cricket Ground typically presents a batting-friendly pitch, but it also offers spinners a chance to make an impact as the match unfolds. The ball tends to come onto the bat well, encouraging aggressive play, particularly in the evening. Fast bowlers who bowl with pace can generate additional bounce, but they must be clever with their variations to succeed.
The weather in Sydney has been a problem this week. It has rained a fair amount and Saturday's weather outlook is equally grim. There is a good chance of cloud cover, breezes, and potential thunderstorms that could easily disrupt the action.
Pitch Condition
BattingBatting Conditions
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Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Minimal TurnThe average score batting first at the Sydney Cricket Ground in domestic T20s is 158. The highest total posted at the venue in the Big Bash League is Sydney Sixers’ colossal 213-4 versus Perth Scorchers earlier this season, a game they won by 14 runs.
The Sixers won 8 of the 9 coin tosses this season and luck has been on their side and we predict the Sydney Sixers to win the coin toss in their final league game of BBL 2025.
Sydney has been a high scoring venue this season, where in all the three matches the total scores have crossed 340. The average total match score at SCG this season is 386, which shows how good a batting surface the venue has offered. We predict another scoring game in today's Sydney Derby.
There is a forecast of showers in Sydney on Friday, which will likely push both captains to field first in this game.
The Sydney Sixers have come out on top in their last four matchups against the Sydney Thunder, including a victory this season. The Sixers are riding high on the momentum of two recent victories. On the other hand, the Thunder have had a commendable season and are approaching this match with renewed confidence after breaking a two-game losing streak. Unfortunately for them, injuries have taken a toll and they may struggle against a strong Sixers outfit. Considering the present form of both squads, our prediction leans toward a Sixers victory in this upcoming game.
Back Sydney Sixers as the winners of this match.
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