Big Bash League 2021-22: Match 31, Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Preview

Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers are set to lock horns in Match No.31 of the Big Bash League 2021-22 at Junction Oval in Melbourne on Sunday, January 2. The Stars, led by Glenn Maxwell, are placed at sixth in the points table with three wins and as many losses. Their net run rate of -1.114 isn’t the best either.

The Scorchers, led by Ashton Turner, on the other hand, are sitting pretty at second with 21 points from seven games. But they will be going into the game on the back of a 34-run loss at the hands of Sydney Thunder. The Stars also beat Brisbane Heat in their previous game and their confidence would be high as well.

Match Details

Match – Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers – Match 31

Venue – Junction Oval, Melbourne

Time – 10:00 AM IST, 04:30 AM GMT

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report 

The pitch at the Junction Oval is generally a sporting one for playing cricket. But how the track will behave this season remains to be seen. Winning the toss and fielding first should be the way forward for both teams.

Probable XIs

Melbourne Stars

Predicted XI: Marcus Stoinis, Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Joe Burns, Andre Russell, Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Zampa, Qais Ahmad, Brody Couch

Perth Scorchers

Predicted XI: Josh Inglis (wk), Kurtis Patterson, Mitchell Marsh, Colin Munro, Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Matthew Kelly, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers Head-to-Head

Overall

Matches- 18, Melbourne Stars – 8, Perth Scorchers – 9, N/R- 1

Probable top performers

Mitchell Marsh- Perth Scorchers

Mitchell Marsh has been in outstanding form for the Scorchers in the ongoing edition of the T20 tournament. The right-hander has smashed 255 runs from five matches at an average of 85 and a strike rate of 144.06. If he gets going, the Stars will be in for a lot of trouble. Not to forget that Marsh has also picked up four wickets at an economy rate of 8.41.

Ashton Agar- Perth Scorchers

Ashton Agar has performed his tasks with precision in the current season of the BBL. The left-arm spinner has picked up 10 wickets from seven matches at an impressive economy rate of 7.33. He has been able to keep a check on the run-scoring with a lot of efficiency. Agar has also scored 44 runs at an average of 22 with a top score of an unbeaten 30.

Today’s match prediction:  Perth Scorchers to win the match.

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