By Zainab Shafiq 
BBL 2024-25 Challenger Details
- Match: Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder, Challenger
- Date: January 24, 2025
- Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
- Time: PST 1:15 PM | GMT 8:15 AM | LOCAL 7:15 PM
Preview
The Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder are set to clash in the all-important Challenger match. The winner of this encounter will secure a spot in the Final against the Hobart Hurricanes, who have already qualified by winning the Qualifier match.
The Sydney Sixers found themselves in the Challenger after narrowly losing the Qualifier to the Hobart Hurricanes by 12 runs on January 21. Despite a valiant effort, their batting lineup fell short in chasing a competitive target at Bellerive Oval.
The Sydney Thunder, on the other hand, kept their title hopes alive with a strong performance in the Knockout match against the Melbourne Stars. In a rain-affected 19-over game, the Thunder emerged victorious by 21 runs, showing great resilience and teamwork.
This high-stakes Sydney derby will not only determine who progresses to the Final but will also showcase some of the best cricketing talent in the league.
Pitch and Weather Report
- Pitch Report: The SCG surface typically favors batters, especially in T20 cricket, with shorter boundaries and consistent bounce. Spinners may also play a role as the match progresses. A first-innings score around 170-180 should be highly competitive.
- Weather: The weather forecast for Sydney is clear, with temperatures hovering between 22-26°C. Rain is not expected, ensuring a full game under excellent conditions.
Predicted XI
Sydney Sixers:
Josh Philippe (wk), Kurtis Patterson, Steven Smith, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, James Vince, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr, Todd Murphy, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird
Sydney Thunder:
David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes (wk), Oliver Davies, Sam Billings, Jason Sangha, Chris Green, Tanveer Sangha, Nathan McAndrew, Mohammad Hasnain, Wes Agar, Liam Hatcher
Dream11 Team Prediction for BBL 2024-25 Challenger
- Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe, Sam Billings
- Batters: Steven Smith, James Vince, Oliver Davies, David Warner
- All-Rounders: Moises Henriques, Sean Abbott
- Bowlers: Tanveer Sangha, Mohammad Hasnain, Hayden Kerr
Captain: Steven Smith
Vice-Captain: David Warner
Where to Watch BBL 2024-25 Match 40?
South Africa: SuperSport
Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, Channel 7
India: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports Network
UK: Sky Sports
New Zealand: SKY NZ
USA & Canada: Willow TV
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