BBL 2019-20: Match 27, Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers: Match Prediction – Weather Report, Pitch Conditions, Playing XIs and Live Streaming Details

As the extravaganza of BBL 2019-20 progresses into its latter stages, Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixers lock horns in Match 27 of the tournament.

Adelaide Strikers have had a muddled campaign so far in the league, winning three out of their six matches. Strikers are currently poised at third place in the points table and have the chance to move closer to the second spot by winning this encounter. In their previous between Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixers, the latter registered an emphatic seven-wicket victory by chasing down a competitive total of 176 runs. Jonathan Wells was the top-scorer for Strikers, who assisted them to post the total of 176 runs on the scoreboard.

Wells was assisted by a quick-fire 25-run knock by Michael Neser down the order. However, Sixers’ opener Josh Philippe turned the tables in his side’s favour by playing a match-winning knock of 83 runs off 52 balls. He weaved his innings around 5 fours and 4 sixes.

He was joined by fellow opener Justing Avendano, who scored 47 off 33 balls to propel Sixers to an impressive start. The duo added 72 runs to the opening partnership. After a dismal performance by Strikers’ bowling unit, Sixers comfortably chased down the target with three balls remaining.

Sixers are currently sitting at second- a place above Strikers in the points table. Strikers will be hoping for their bowling unit to fire off against Sixers this time. In the last three matches between both these sides, Sydney Sixers have been triumphant on all three instances- something that Strikers will be eager to change.

Pitch and Conditions

Most teams at the Oval prefer chasing. Both the teams are expecting a competitive total on the board. In the previous match played at this venue, both Sydney Thunder and Adelaide Strikers went past the 160-run mark on the scoreboard. Hence, there’s a high possibility that this match will also be a high-scoring encounter. The weather is expected to be perfect for a game of cricket to take place. The temperature is expected to hover around 35 degrees Celcius with no chances of rain whatsoever.

Team Combination

Adelaide Strikers

Jonathan Wells and Alex Carey have delivered match-winning performances for Strikers this season. Skipper Alex Carey has four 40+ scores in six matches he has played so far in the season. Strikers’ bowling unit will be steered by the likes of Peter Siddle and Rashid Khan. Peter Siddle has been impressive in the death overs while Rashid Khan has garnered much attention due by contributing in the batting department as well.

Predicted XI: Philip Salt, Jake Weatherald, Alex Carey (C & WK), Jonathan Wells, Harry Nielsen, Matthew Short, Michael Neser, Rashid Khan, Peter Siddle, Wes Agar, Billy Stanlake.

Bench – Cameron Valente, Harry Conway

Sydney Sixers

Josh Philippe has been phenomenal at the start for Sydney Sixers. In the last match, Philippe smashed an unbeaten 83 against the Strikers. Skipper Daniel Hughes has also delivered impressive knocks this season. All-rounder Tom Curran also has the potential to deliver match-winning performances in both the departments.

Predicted XI: Josh Philippe (WK), Justin Avendano, Daniel Hughes (C), James Vince, Jordan Silk, Tom Curran, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Lloyd Pope, Josh Hazlewood.
Bench – Ben Manenti, Steve O’Keefe.

Probable Top Performers

Alex Carey– Adelaide Strikers | Josh Philippe – Sydney Sixers

Broadcast Details

TV– Sony Six, Sony Six HD

Online– Sony Liv

Match Timings – 10:10 AM IST, and 16:40 PM local time

The prediction is for Sydney Sixers to win the match.