Melbourne Stars (STA) will lock horns with Adelaide Strikers (STR) in Match No. 34 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Tuesday, January 13.
The Melbourne Stars have won five of their eight matches so far and sit third on the points table. They also defeated the Adelaide Strikers earlier in the tournament and will be looking to replicate that performance to strengthen their position in the top four and boost their chances of qualifying for the next round.
Adelaide Strikers, meanwhile, are sixth on the table with three wins from eight games. Their hopes of progressing to the next stage are slim, as they not only need to win their remaining matches but also improve their net run rate to stay in contention.
STA vs STR Match Details
| Match Details | Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers, Match 34, BBL 2025-26 |
| Date and Time(IST) | Tuesday, January 13; 1:45 PM |
| Venue | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
| Broadcast and Live-Streaming | Click here to watch the STA vs STR | Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Melbourne Cricket Ground Pitch Report
The Melbourne Cricket Ground has so far favoured teams batting second in BBL 2025-26, with all four matches played at the venue being won by the chasing side. The pitch offers extra bounce, which can aid bowlers, so batters will need to exercise caution when attempting big shots, or risk losing their wickets cheaply.
STA vs STR Head to Head Record in T20s
| Matches Played | 20 |
| STA Won | 11 |
| STR Won | 09 |
| Tied | 00 |
| First-ever fixture | January 18, 2012 |
| Most-recent fixture | December 23, 2025 |
STA vs STR Predicted Playing XIs
Melbourne Stars (STA):
Thomas Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Campbell Kellaway, Blake Macdonald, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Mitchell Swepson, Tom Curran, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle
Adelaide Strikers (STR):
Matthew Short (c), Alex Carey, Chris Lynn, Liam Scott, Mackenzie Harvey (wk), Jamie Overton, Harry Manenti, Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope
STA vs STR Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Sam Harper
Sam Harper could prove to be the key batter for Melbourne Stars in their clash against Adelaide Strikers. He is currently the leading run-scorer in the BBL 2025-26, amassing 356 runs in seven innings at an impressive average of 89. His contributions in the middle order will be crucial, and Melbourne Stars will be hoping he can stay at the crease for an extended period to anchor the innings and lead the scoring.
Probable Best Bowler: Haris Rauf
Haris Rauf could be the key bowler for Melbourne Stars in this match. He is the leading wicket-taker in the tournament, claiming 15 wickets in eight innings at an impressive average of 17.66. His four-over spells have often been game-changing, consistently breaking partnerships and keeping opposing batters under pressure.
Today Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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