The Adelaide Strikers will face the Sydney Sixers in the 11th match of the Big Bash League 2023-24 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on December 22, 2023. Matthew Short captains the Adelaide Strikers while Moises Henriques leads the Sydney Sixers in the BBL 2023-24.
The Sydney Sixers boast a formidable lineup with Vince's consistent run-scoring abilities and the addition of Smith to their roster. Philippe, a highly skilled player, adds to the team's competitiveness.
On the opposing side, the Adelaide Strikers, who reached the final four in the previous season, feature a blend of experienced and young talents. Their success hinges largely on the skills of Rashid and the timely availability of Lynn. The matchup promises an exciting confrontation between two competitive teams.
Having secured victories in both of their current campaign's matches, the Sydney Sixers have made an impressive start, placing them in second position on the points table. Their aim is to strengthen their position further with a win in the upcoming game.
In the previous high-scoring encounter in Big Bash League 2023 at the Adelaide Oval on Tuesday, the Strikers emerged victorious against the Sydney Thunder, instilling confidence in the team as they shift their focus to the upcoming clash with the Sixers.
Match Details
Event: Big Bash League 2023-24 2023
Teams: Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers
Date: 22 December 2023
Time: 01:45 PM IST | 08:15 AM GMT | 07:15 PM Local
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Pitch Report
The wicket at SCG is expected to be a batting track and with good bounce. We can expect a high-scoring encounter between both the teams. However, it is one of the few grounds that is known to give some assistance to spinners so they will come into play as the match progresses.
Probable Playing XI
Adelaide Strikers
Matthew Short (c), D Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Adam Hose, Jamie Overton, James Bazley, Harry Nielsen (wk), Wes Agar, David Payne, Cameron Boyce
Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Tom Curran, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Todd Murphy, Steve OKeefe
Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe
Batters: James Vince, Steve Smith, Chris Lynn, Jordan Silk
All-Rounders: Matthew Short (C), Moises Henriques, Darcy Short, Tom Curran
Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis (VC), Jackson Bird
Head-to-Head Team
Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe
Batters: James Vince, Steve Smith, Chris Lynn, Jordan Silk
All-Rounders: Matthew Short (C), Moises Henriques (VC), Darcy Short, Tom Curran
Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, David Payne