BBL 2021/22, Match 7: STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Injury Update

Preview:

Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder will battle it out against each other in Match 7 of the Big Bash League T20. The former had a disappointing outing in their opening fixture. They conceded 213 runs and whilst chasing, were wrapped up for just 61 runs and lost the game by 152 runs.

Sydney Thunder, on the other hand, started their campaign on a winning note. They chased down the target of 141 runs to secure a victory by seven wickets. Heading into this game, they will aim to continue their winning momentum.

Match Details:

Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder, Match 7

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Date & Time: December 10 at 1:45 PM IST

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report:

The surface hasn’t been a high-scoring one lately. Thus, the batters might need to apply themselves and stay firm on the pitch. Spinners might get an edge on this deck.

Probable Playing XIs for STA vs THU:

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke, Nick Larkin, Glenn Maxwell (c), Marcus Stoinis, Andre Russell, Hilton Cartwright, Samuel Elliot, Brody Couch, Adam Zampa, Qais Ahmad, Nathan Coulter Nile

Sydney Thunder

Alex Hales, Sam Whiteman, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Ben Cutting, Chris Green (c), Nathan McAndrew, Gurinder Sandhu, Tanveer Sangha

Top Picks for STA vs THU Dream11 Match:

Top Picks: ­ Batters

Alex Hales got out for a duck in the last game, but he is one of the important players for Sydney Thunder and is expected to bounce back stronger.

Joe Clarke’s contributions will be important for the side at the top order. He will be instrumental in providing the team with steady starts.

Top Picks: ­ All-Rounders

Glenn Maxwell can change the fortune of the game with both the bat and the ball. Though he did not appear at his absolute best in the previous game, he will be all raring to bring his ‘A’ game to the fore.

Hilton Cartwright is the other crucial player on the side. He will have the responsibility of chipping in crucial runs in the lower middle order and can also chime in with breakthroughs for the team.

Top Picks: Bowlers

Adam Zampa is one of the key spinners of the Melbourne Stars. His contributions will be important for the side, heading into this game.

Broudy Couch picked up two wickets in the previous game. He will aim to continue his good run of form.

Top Picks: Wicketkeepers

Sam Billings played an unbeaten knock of 44 runs in the previous match. He will aim to continue his good form further in the tournament.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for STA vs THU Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke, Sam Billings, Alex Ross (vc), Alex Hales, Nick Larkin, Glenn Maxwell (c), Hilton Cartwright, Andre Russell, Tanveer Sangha, Adam Zampa, Samuel Elliott

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for STA vs THU Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Sam Billings (c), Alex Hales, Alex Ross, Nick Larkin, Sam Whiteman, Glenn Maxwell, Daniel Sams, Ben Cutting, Adam Zampa, Brody Couch (vc), Gurinder Sandhu

STA vs THU Risky Captaincy Choices:

Sam Elliott couldn’t have a great impact in the previous match, as he scored just 2 runs and also couldn’t pick up a wicket from the three overs he bowled either. However, he is a talented cricketer and can be a risky captaincy choice.

STA vs THU Player you should avoid:

Sam Rainbird conceded 59 runs from his four overs in the previous game. He also got out for a duck. One can avoid him in the final playing XI.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.