The third match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 will feature an exciting clash between the Sydney Thunder and Adelaide Strikers at Manuka Oval in Canberra on Tuesday, December 17.
Sydney Thunder were crowned champions in 2015 but endured a disappointing campaign in the 2023 edition, finishing at the bottom of the points table. Meanwhile, the Adelaide Strikers claimed the title in 2017. In the previous season, they advanced to the playoffs but fell short in the Challenger match against the Brisbane Heat, missing out on a spot in the final.
BBL|14, THU vs STR
- Date and Time: December 17: 8:15 am GMT / 7:15 pm local/ 1:45 pm IST
- Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
Manuka Oval Pitch Report
The pitch at Manuka Oval provides a balanced contest between batters and fast bowlers. Early in the game, pacers find considerable assistance, with notable swing on offer. However, spinners may find the surface less accommodating, offering minimal turn. Consequently, teams winning the toss often choose to bat first, seeking to set a formidable target.
THU vs STR Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Sam Billings
- Batters: David Warner, Chris Lynn, Sherfane Rutherford
- All-rounders: Matthew Short, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Fabian Allen
- Bowlers: Cameron Boyce, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha
THU vs STR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: David Warner (c), Matthew Short (vc)
Choice 2: Chris Lynn (c), Lockie Ferguson (vc)
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THU vs STR Dream11 Prediction Backups:
D’Arcy Short, Cameron Bancroft, Nathan McAndrew, Jamie Overton
THU vs STR Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 17, 8:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Cameron Bancroft, Jason Sangha, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Konstas, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Wes Agar, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Oliver Davies, Blake Nikitaras, Tanveer Sangha
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), D Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Harry Nielsen (wk), Jamie Overton, Fabian Allen, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, Liam Scott, James Bazley, Alex Ross
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