On December 26th, the Sydney Sixers will face the Melbourne Stars in the 14th match of the BBL at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled to commence at 07:05 AM GMT/06:05 PM local time, promising cricket enthusiasts an exciting encounter in the heart of Sydney.
Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Match Preview
In the upcoming clash between the Melbourne Stars and Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League 2023-24, both teams find themselves in contrasting positions on the points table. The Sydney Sixers, currently at the second spot, have shown strong form with three wins out of three matches, accumulating 6 points and boasting a healthy Net Run Rate (NRR) of +0.304. On the other hand, the Melbourne Stars are yet to secure a victory in the tournament, languishing at the bottom of the table with three consecutive losses and an NRR of -3.031.
The Sydney Sixers, led by their impressive performances, are positioned just below the table-toppers Brisbane Heat, showcasing their capability to dominate the competition. In contrast, the Melbourne Stars face the challenge of turning their fortunes around and breaking their winless streak to climb up the points ladder. As the two teams lock horns, the Stars will be eager to register their first win, while the Sixers aim to maintain their winning momentum and further solidify their standing in the BBL.
Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Weather Report
During the match, the weather in the vicinity will be around 18°C with a RealFeel® of 17°C. However, spectators and players should be vigilant as a strong thunderstorm is anticipated in the evening, and the skies are expected to be partly cloudy. It is advisable to stay updated on weather conditions to ensure the safety and smooth progress of the game.
Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Pitch Report
The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground is expected to be favorable to batsmen, offering good bounce and carry, with spinners potentially finding assistance later in the game.
Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Predicted XI
Sydney Sixers: James Vince, Josh Philippe (WK), Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques (C), Jack Edwards, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird, Ben Dwarshuis, Steeve O’Keefe
Melbourne Stars: Tom Roger, Sam Harper (WK), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis (C), Hilton Cartwright, Liam Dawson, Nick Larkin, Jonathan Marlo, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Haris Rauf
Dream11 Team for Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars
James Vince, Sam Harper (WK), Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Marcus Stoinis (C), Jack Edwards, Sean Abbott, Nick Larkin, Todd Murphy, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf,
Where to Watch Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars?
| COUNTRY | TV CHANNELS | STREAMING PLATFORMS | RADIO COMMENTARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo Sports | Kayo, Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) | Fox Sports, Seven Network (TV), BBC Radio 5 Live Extra, BBC Sounds (Radio) |
| India | Sony Six, Sony Ten, SonyLiv, Star Sports | Disney+Hotstar | Star Sports Network (TV), Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) |
| Pakistan | Geo Super, Ten Sports, Smartcric | – | – |
| New Zealand | Sky Sports NZ, Spark Sport | – | Sky Sport (TV) |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports, Sky Go, Sky Now | – | Sky Sports (TV), BBC Radio 5 Live Extra, BBC Sounds (Radio) |
| United States | Willow TV, Willow Xtra | – | Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) |
| Bangladesh | Channel 9, Gazi TV (GTV), BTV | – | – |
| Sri Lanka | Channel Eye (SLRC), Dialog TV, Peco TV | – | – |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports, ESPN+ | – | – |
| MENA Countries | OSN Sports Cricket | – | – |
