STR vs STA Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Stats & Injury Updates For Match 6 of Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25
Strikers lost opener to Thunder; Stars winless after two matches, aiming to recover after defeats to Scorchers & Heat.
Adelaide Strikers will face Melbourne Stars in the 6th match of Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 on 20 December 2024, at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the STR vs STA match.
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Adelaide Strikers, under Matthew Short, began their BBL 2024-25 campaign with a narrow two-wicket loss to Sydney Thunder. Despite scoring a challenging 182/8 in their innings, crucial contributions from Thunder’s Sam Konstas and Daniel Sams saw the target chased down successfully, leaving the Strikers seeking their first win of the season.
Melbourne Stars, on the other hand, have struggled so far, losing both their opening games. After a six-wicket defeat to Perth Scorchers, they faltered against Brisbane Heat in their second match due to a poor bowling performance, resulting in a comfortable Heat victory. The Stars need a turnaround to keep their season alive.
STR vs STA Match Details
| Match: | Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars, Match 6 |
| Tournament: | Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Date: | 20 December 2024 |
| Time: | 1:45 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Live Streaming: | Disney+Hotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
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Probable Playing XI for STR vs STA Match of BBL 2024-25
Adelaide Strikers
Matthew Short (C), Jake Weatherald, Chris Lynn, Harry Nielsen (WK), Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, Fabian Allen, James Bazley, Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope.
Melbourne Stars
Thomas Fraser Rogers, Joe Clarke, Sam Harper (WK), Marcus Stoinis (C), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Campbell Kellaway, Adam Milne, Brody Couch.
Pitch Report
Adelaide Oval in Adelaide provides a well-balanced pitch, allowing both batters and bowlers to make an impact. Batters should focus on being cautious early, as the surface tends to offer assistance to bowlers at the start of the innings. With an average first-innings score of 158, teams may aim to post a challenging total. Opting to bat first after winning the toss can be a strategic move, especially in high-stakes matches.
STR vs STA Head-to-Head Records
- Adelaide Strikers Won: 8
- Melbourne Stars: 12
STR vs STA Player Stats In Current Tournament
Batting Stats
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Jamie Overton | 45 Runs |
| Jake Weatherald | 40 Runs |
| Tom Curran | 37 Runs |
| Marcus Stoinis | 37 Runs |
| James Bazley | 31 Runs |
Bowling Stats
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Jamie Overton | 2 Wickets |
| Henry Thornton | 2 Wickets |
| Fabian Allen | 1 Wicket |
| Matthew Short | 1 Wicket |
| Cameron Boyce | 1 Wicket |
STR vs STA Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream11 Team Today
- Wicket-Keeper: Sam Harper
- Batters: Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald
- All-Rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Matthew Short, James Bazley, Tom Curran
- Bowlers: Adam Milne, Jamie Overton, Henry Thornton
- Captain: Marcus Stoinis
- Vice-Captain: Jamie Overton
STR vs STA Match Prediction
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Adelaide Strikers is expected to win this match.
