Melbourne Stars will face the Adelaide Strikers in the 10th match of the Big Bash League 2025-26 on Tuesday, December 23, at the Adelaide Oval. The Marcus Stoinis-led side defeated Hobart Hurricanes in the first match. The Stars won the toss and elected to bowl before the Hurricanes made 158 runs for the loss of nine wickets. The Stars chased down the target of 159 runs for the loss of two wickets in 16 overs and won the match by eight wickets.
Let’s look at the probable playing XI of the Melbourne Stars for Match 10 of the BBL 2025-26 against the Adelaide Strikers:
Top Order:
Thomas Fraser Rogers, Joe Clarke, and Campbell Kellaway will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Clarke made 20 runs, while Rogers scored 30 runs in the first game. They added 46 runs for the first wicket. Kellaway remained unbeaten on 41 runs off 27 deliveries.
Middle Order:
Glenn Maxwell, Sam Harper, and Marcus Stoinis are likely to be there in the middle order. Stoinis was the highest scorer for the Stars in the first game and remained unbeaten on 62 runs off 31 deliveries. He also took two wickets for 18 runs in three overs to win the Player of the Match award.
Lower Middle Order:
Hilton Cartwright and Tom Curran are likely to be in the lower middle-order. Curran took one wicket for 25 runs in three overs in the first match.
Bowlers:
Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, and Peter Siddle could be the three bowlers for the team. Siddle was the most successful bowler for the Stars in the first game, taking three wickets for 30 runs in four overs.
Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
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