The 33rd match of the Big Bash League 2024 will be played between Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers at the Sydney Showground Stadium on January 13. The match is scheduled to begin at 2.00pm IST. This match is crucial for both teams as they need a win to stay alive in the race for the play-offs.
BBL 2024-24, ST vs PS Head to Head
In the last 10 meetings between the two teams, Sydney Thunder have won 6 matches while Perth Scorchers have won 4. Thunder’s tail looks heavy.
BBL 2024-24, Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Team Status
Sydney Thunder are currently placed at the third spot in the points table. They have won 8 games, lost 3 and drawn 4. The team has 9 points and their net run rate is – 0.062. The team is doing well under the leadership of David Warner.
At the same time, the situation of Perth Scorchers is a bit critical. They have won 8 games, lost 5 and drawn 3. The team is in fifth place with 6 points, although their net run rate of + 0.467 is good.
Probable playing XI Sydney Thunder
David Warner (c), Cameron Bancroft (wk), Jason Sangha, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Woakes, Nathan Coulter-Nile
Probable playing XI Perth Scorchers
Josh Inglis (wk) Cooper Conley, Ashton Turner (c) Aaron Hardy, Nick Hobson, Mitchell Marsh, Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye, Lance Morris, Matt Kelly
BBL 2024-24, ST vs PS Weather and Pitch Report
There is a 100% chance of rain in Sydney tomorrow which could affect the match. The temperature will hover around 23 degrees Celsius. The pitch is balanced for both batting and bowling.
The average first innings score here is 150 runs. The team winning the toss would like to bowl first.
BBL 2024-24, Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Dream11 Fantasy Tips
BBL 2024-24, ST vs PS Dream11 Prediction: David Warner and Ash Turner are the best options for the captain’s job. Daniel Sams and Cooper Conley are the two vice-captains. Josh Inglis or Cameron Bancroft will be good options in the wicket-keeper.
Among the bowlers, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris and Wes Agar are a must-have. Aaron Hardy and Ollie Davis are likely to be included in the squad.
BBL 2024-24, ST vs PS Match Prediction
BBL 2024-24, Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Match Prediction: Given the current form and head-to-head record of both teams, Sydney Thunder’s chances of winning are 60% while Perth Scorchers’ are 40%. Under David Warner’s captaincy, the Thunder are in better form and will also have the home advantage.
However, Perth also has a strong team and they can come back at any time. If rain doesn’t play spoilsport, an exciting contest could be on the cards.
