SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction for today’s BBL Match 39, Playing XI, Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

The playoff spots have been filled in Big Bash League(BBL) 2023-24 and it's now down to the last 2 games of the league stage. Match 39 on the 16th of January is where a long-awaited rivalry will commence between the two superpowers of the BBL where the Perth Scorchers will take on the Sydney Sixers at the Perth stadium. They might already be in the playoffs, but a top-two finish is always an attractive offer you can never refuse. This will be a rivalry between 5-time champions and 3-time champions, who have a long history where the Scorchers might have had the edge over them, but the boys in pink have shown that they are not to be messed up. It is time to prepare for the biggest rivalry in the BBL and it will be a joy to watch for the fans.

The Perth Scorchers have once again shown why they are the most decorated side in the BBL with many amazing performances. The great form of skipper Aaron Hardie and Jason Behrendorff’s amazing spells are one of the biggest positives they will have going into this game and the playoffs. With 6 wins and 2 losses out of their 9 games with a healthy net run rate, they will look to make the top two and face the Brisbane Heat. Playing at their home ground is going to give them a big advantage as well to beat their rivals.

The Sydney Sixers despite being unfortunate with two rained-out games have still been impressive this season. Moises Henriques and his men have performed in crucial stages and will be looking to beat the odds and get that top-two finish. With 5 wins and 2 losses from their 9 games, those two extra points show how they have been one of the invincible teams this season. The stage is set for them against their rivals and they will be showing the wrath of their mighty all-rounders, who are capable of many impactful performances.

SCO vs STR – Match Details

Match - Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers, BBL 2023/24, Match 39

Date and Time – 16th January 2024, 2:10 PM IST

Venue –  Optus Stadium, Perth

Live Coverage Details – Star Sports India (HD and SD Channels), Disney Hotstar (OTT)

SCO vs STR – Likely pitch conditions

The Perth Stadium also known as the Optus Stadium has proven to have a surface that gives a lot of assistance to the fast bowlers. The amount of swing and bounce the surface offers has made it difficult for the batters to judge. Most of the games won at this venue this season have been one by the team that has batted first. This is because the pitch still assists the bowlers, even in the second innings. Overall the smartest decision would be to bat first on this wicket and set a competitive total that will make it tough for the batters to chase down.

SCO vs STR – Likely playing XI

Perth Scorchers

Sam Whiteman, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Laurie Evans, Stevie Eskinazi, Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris.

Sydney Sixers

Steven Smith, James Vince, Josh Phillipe, Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy, Steve O’ Keefe.

SCO vs SIX – Dream 11 Fantasy Teams

Grand League Team

Batter - James Vince, Stephen Eskinazi

All-rounder - Jack Edwards, Aaron Hardie(c)

Wicket Keeper - Josh Inglis, Josh Phillipe

Bowlers - Steve O’ Keefe, Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye(vc), Ben Dwarshuis, Lance Morris

Head-To-Head Team

Batter - James Vince(vc), Stephen Eskinazi

All-rounder - Moises Henriques, Aaron Hardie(c)

Wicket Keeper - Josh Inglis, Josh Phillipe

Bowlers - Steve O’Keefe, Sean Abbott, Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye, Lance Morris