On January 14th, cricket enthusiasts can anticipate an electrifying clash between Sydney Thunder and Adelaide Strikers in the 37th match at Manuka Oval, Canberra. The match is scheduled to kick off at 08:15 AM GMT / 07:15 PM LOCAL, promising an intense battle between the two BBL contenders.
Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers Match Preview
In a pivotal clash in the Big Bash League 2023-24, Adelaide Strikers find themselves at a crucial juncture as they take on Sydney Thunder. A victory for the Strikers in this encounter would solidify their spot in the playoffs. Currently standing at the fourth position with 9 points and a net run rate of +0.145, the Strikers are aware that a win would bolster their position and enhance their chances of advancing further in the tournament.
On the other hand, Sydney Thunder, already excluded from the playoff race, will play for pride. With just 3 points from 8 matches and a net run rate of -0.507, the Thunder aim to conclude their BBL campaign on a positive note. As the league table reflects, Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers have secured their playoff spots, while Sydney Sixers are in a strong position at third. For the Strikers, securing victory in this match becomes imperative, given the competitive nature of the BBL and the race for a coveted playoff berth.
Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers Weather Report
The weather forecast for the match anticipates a cool evening with a low of 15°C and a RealFeel® of 13°C. Expect considerable clouds, a chance of evening showers, followed by late rain and drizzle. Winds from the southeast at 17 km/h, with gusts reaching 39 km/h, contribute to the dynamic conditions. The probability of precipitation is high at 86%, accompanied by a 17% chance of thunderstorms. A total precipitation of 2.2 mm, including 3 hours of precipitation and 3 hours of rain, sets the stage for a weather-influenced encounter.
Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers Pitch Report
Manuka Oval, Canberra’s pitch is typically batsman-friendly, offering even bounce and support for stroke play, making it conducive to high-scoring encounters.
Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers Predicted XI
Sydney Thunder: David Warner, Alex Hales, Cameron Bancroft, Tom-Kohler Cadmore, Oliver Davies, Nathan McAndrew, Daniel Sams, Chris Green (C), Tanveer Sangha, Liam Hatcher, Toby Gray
Adelaide Strikers: D’Arcy Short, Matt Short (C), Adam Hose, Jack Weatherald, Jamie Overton, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen (WK), Henry Thornton, David Payne, Llyold Pope, Cameron Boyce
Dream11 Team for Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers
David Warner, Matt Short, Jack Weatherald, Tom-Kohler Cadmore, Jamie Overton, Thomas Kelly, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green, David Payne, Lloyd Pope, Cameron Boyce
Where to Watch Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers?
| 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 | – | – |
