THU vs STR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Stats & Injury Updates For Match 3 of Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25
Strikers and Thunder face off in their BBL opener; Strikers seek consistency, while Thunder aim for redemption this season.
Sydney Thunder will face Adelaide Strikers in the 3rd match of Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 on 17 December 2024, at Manuka Oval, Canberra. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the THU vs STR match.
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Match Preview
Both teams are eager to kick off their campaigns with a victory, aiming to build momentum early. Adelaide Strikers had an inconsistent run last season, managing a fourth-place finish. They will aim to leverage their comparatively stronger form to make a solid start in this edition.
Sydney Thunder, however, will be looking for redemption after finishing a disappointing eighth last season. They hope for a rejuvenated campaign, starting with their season opener.
THU vs STR Match Details
| Match: | Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers, Match 3 |
| Tournament: | Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Date: | 17 December 2024 |
| Time: | 1:45 PM (IST) |
| Venue: | Manuka Oval, Canberra |
| Live Streaming: | Disney+Hotstar |
| TV Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
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Probable Playing XI for THU vs STR Match of BBL 2024-25
Sydney Thunder
David Warner (C), Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Nic Maddinson, Matthew Gilkes (WK), Oliver Davies, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Wes Agar, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha.
Adelaide Strikers
Matthew Short (C), D’Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, Harry Nielsen (WK), Jamie Overton, Fabian Allen, Brendan Doggett/ Jordan Buckingham, Lloyd Pope/Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce.
Pitch Report
Manuka Oval in Canberra offers a pitch that is highly favorable for batters, making it a batting paradise where high-scoring encounters are often witnessed. The surface allows for consistent bounce and pace, enabling batters to play their shots freely. Teams winning the toss are likely to prefer batting first to set a challenging target. The average first-innings score at this venue is 160, emphasizing its run-friendly nature.
THU vs STR Head-to-Head Records
- Sydney Thunder Won: 12
- Adelaide Strikers: 9
THU vs STR Player Stats In Last 5 Matches
Batting Stats
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Cameron Bancroft | 266 Runs |
| Matthew Short | 170 Runs |
| D’Arcy Short | 152 Runs |
| David Warner | 84 Runs |
| Chris Green | 73 Runs |
Bowling Stats
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Lockie Ferguson | 9 Wickets |
| Chris Green | 6 Wickets |
| Daniel Sams | 6 Wickets |
| D’Arcy Short | 5 Wickets |
| Liam Scott | 7 Wickets |
THU vs STR Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Team Today
- Wicket-Keeper: Cameron Bancroft
- Batters: David Warner, Chris Lynn, Sherfane Rutherford
- All-Rounders: Matthew Short, Chris Green, D’Arcy Short, Daniel Sams
- Bowlers: Cameron Boyce, Lockie Ferguson, Brendan Doggett
- Captain: Matthew Short
- Vice-Captain: Daniel Sams
THU vs STR Match Prediction
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Sydney Thunder is expected to win this match.
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