By Zainab Shafiq 
BBL 2024-25 Match 3 Details
- Date: December 17, 2024 (Tuesday)
- Time: 1:15 PM PST | 08:15 AM GMT | 07:15 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
BBL 2024 Match Preview
The Sydney Thunder are set to clash with the Adelaide Strikers in the third match of BBL 2024 at the picturesque Manuka Oval. With David Warner leading the Thunder and Matthew Short captaining the Strikers, fans can expect a high-voltage encounter. Both teams boast a mix of seasoned campaigners and rising stars, making this fixture a key opportunity to establish early dominance in the league. The Thunder’s explosive batting lineup will be tested against the Strikers’ disciplined bowling unit.
BBL 2024 Match 3 Pitch & Weather Report
The Manuka Oval pitch typically favors batters, offering true bounce and pace. However, as the match progresses, spinners might come into play, especially in the second innings. Teams winning the toss could look to bat first and aim for a total exceeding 170 runs.
Weather Forecast: Conditions are expected to be clear and sunny, with temperatures around 22°C (72°F), creating ideal playing conditions.
BBL 2024 Match 3 Predicted XI
Sydney Thunder: David Warner, Cameron Bancroft, Jason Sangha, Sam Billings, Sherfane Rutherford, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Lockie Ferguson, Nathan McAndrew, Wes Agar, Tanveer Sangha
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short, D’Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Harry Nielsen, Fabian Allen, Jamie Overton, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, James Bazley
BBL 2024-25 Match 3 Dream11 Team
- Captain: Matthew Short
- Vice-Captain: David Warner
- Wicketkeeper: Sam Billings
- Batters: David Warner, Chris Lynn, Jason Sangha
- All-Rounders: Matthew Short, Fabian Allen, Daniel Sams
- Bowlers: Cameron Boyce, Lockie Ferguson, Henry Thornton, Tanveer Sangha
Where to Watch BBL 2024
- Australia: Live on Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, and Channel 7.
- India: Available on Disney+ Hotstar and Star Sports.
- UK: Coverage on Sky Sports.
- New Zealand: Streaming on SKY NZ.
- USA & Canada: Live on Willow TV.
- South Africa: Broadcasted on SuperSport.
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