Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Match Details
Match: Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers, Match 02 | BBL 2022-23
Date: Wednesday, 14 December 2022
Time: 13:45 (GMT+5.5) / 14:15 (GMT+6)
Format: T20
Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Preview
- Travis Head’s services for the Adelaide Strikers are likely to be missed in the opening games.
- The important bowler for Adelaide will be the leg-spinner, Rashid Khan.
- James Vince, a seasoned player, has joined the Sydney Sixers’ roster for this year.
Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixers square off in match two of the 2022 Big Bash League at Adelaide Oval. A replay of the Challenger playoff game from the previous year, which Sydney Sixers won by four wickets. Both sides have extremely talented rosters and will aim for winning tournament debuts. Starting time for the match is 18:45 local time.
Despite the significant player movement, Adelaide Strikers still have most of their bowling attack in place. Despite being a formidable squad at home, they will need to perform at their peak to contend with Sydney Sixers.
The Sydney Sixers started last year off strong and have the best record of any BBL team over the last three seasons. They have a strong team with a lot of experience, and they will be confident going into this game.
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Weather Report
On the day of the game, Adelaide’s weather is predicted to be cold and gloomy.
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Toss Prediction
In the 62 domestic T20 games played here, teams who bat first have won 37. The team that wins the toss will probably choose to bat first because this is the season’s first game.
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Pitch Report
The Adelaide Oval is known for having excellent batting conditions. Because the field will be fresh, it should bounce a lot, which the fast bowlers will appreciate.
Adelaide Strikers Team News & Probable Playing XIs
Travis Head, the team’s captain, won’t be able to play in this match due to international obligations; instead, veteran bowler Peter Siddle will likely take the helm. Despite the absence of Alex Carey, debuts are anticipated for Chris Lynn, Adam Hose, Jordan Buckingham, and Colin de Grandhomme.
Recent form – L W W W W
Adelaide Strikers’ Probable XI
Peter Siddle (c), Harry Nielsen (wk), Matt Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Adam Hose, Henry Thornton, Colin de Grandhomme, Wes Agar, Rashid Khan, Jordan Buckingham
Sydney Sixers Team News & Probable Playing XIs
The Sydney Sixers will once again be led by Moises Henriques, and they will aim to reach their fourth straight BBL championship game. Despite the fact that they were unable to win three straight games the previous year, they will be confident in their ability to compete in this BBL 2022 game with a completely healthy and skilled group.
Recent form – L W L L W
Sydney Sixers’ Probable XI
Moises Henriques (c), Josh Philippe (wk), Kurtis Patterson, James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Stephen O’Keefe, Ben Dwarshuis, Izarulhaq Naveed
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Stats (Last 5 matches)
Team | Won | Lost |
Adelaide Strikers | 1 | 4 |
Sydney Sixers | 4 | 1 |
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers – Match 02, Dream 11
Wicket-keeper
- Josh Philippe
Batters
- Moises Henriques
- Chris Lynn (C)
- James Vince
- Jake Weatherald (VC)
All-Rounders
- Dan Christian
- Colin de Grandhomme
- Hayden Kerr
Bowlers
- Peter Siddle
- Jack Bird
- Rashid Khan
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Prediction
Winning the toss
- Sydney Sixers
Top batsman
- Adelaide Strikers – Chris Lynn
- Sydney Sixers – James Vince
Top bowler
- Adelaide Strikers – Rashid Khan
- Sydney Sixers – Chris Jordan
Most sixes
- Adelaide Strikers – Chris Lynn
- Sydney Sixers – James Vince
Player of the Match
- Sydney Sixers – Chris Jordan
Team Scores Batting First
- Adelaide Strikers – 160+
- Sydney Sixers – 170+
Sydney Sixers is the favourite to win this match.
These two sides in the playoffs last year put on a fantastic match that went down to the final ball. Adelaide Strikers will be seeking retribution in this matchup. We anticipate excellent performances from both teams, and the matchup between Josh Philippe and Peter Siddle at the start of the Sydney Sixers innings will be crucial. We are rooting for Sydney Sixers’ batsmen and believe they will prevail in this game.