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The Adelaide Strikers are set to face off against the Perth Scorchers in Match 17 of the Big Bash League 2024-25 at the iconic Adelaide Oval on December 31. This match is crucial for both teams as they seek to improve their standings in the league.
Strikers, currently sitting in seventh place, had a challenging start to the season with only one win from four matches. Their recent performance includes a narrow loss to the Hobart Hurricanes, which they will be eager to rectify in front of their home crowd. A win could potentially elevate them to third place, depending on net run rate.
The Scorchers are performing better, positioned third with two wins out of four matches. They come into this game after a solid victory over the Brisbane Heat and will look to maintain their momentum. A win here could propel them into second place on the points table.
BBL|14, STR vs SCO
- Date and time: December 31; 8:15 am GMT/ 1:45 pm IST/ 06:45 pm local
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Adelaide Oval Pitch Report
The Adelaide Oval pitch is expected to provide a balanced environment that benefits both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers may find some initial movement with the new ball, but as the match progresses, the surface is likely to become more favourable for batting. Additionally, the short boundaries will further enhance scoring opportunities for batters. Given these conditions, the captain winning the toss might opt to bowl first.
STR vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Finn Allen, Ollie Pope
- Batters: Chris Lynn, Ashton Turner, D’Arcy Short
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Matthew Short, Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly
- Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Lloyd Pope
STR vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Choice 1: Lloyd Pope (c), Ollie Pope (vc)
Choice 2: Chris Lynn (c), Cooper Connolly (vc)
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STR vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Backups
Henry Thornton, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Alex Ross
STR vs SCO Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 31; 8:15 am GMT)
Squads
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), Fabian Allen, James Bazley, Cameron Boyce, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Thomas Kelly, Chris Lynn, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, D’Arcy Short, Henry Thornton, Jake Weatherald
Perth Scorchers: Ashton Turner (c), Ashton Agar, Finn Allen, Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Matthew Hurst, Bryce Jackson, Keaton Jennings, Matt Kelly, Lance Morris, Matthew Spoors, Andrew Tye.
