Big Bash League 2021-22: Match 52, Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixers are set to lock horns in Match No.52 of the 2021-22 BBL on Monday, January 17 at the Adelaide Oval. The Sixers, led by Moises Henriques, have already qualified for the playoffs. They will now be looking to win their last two matches and qualify for the final directly.

They will go into the game on the back of a 60-run win over Sydney Thunder. Their net run rate of 1.197 is the best among the participating teams. The Strikers, captained by Peter Siddle, on the other hand, have to secure a victory to strengthen their chances of making it through to the next rounds.

Match Details

Match – Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers – Match 52

Venue – Adelaide Oval, Adelaide  

Time – 11:35 AM IST, 06:05 AM GMT

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report 

The pitch in Adelaide has been a pretty decent one for batting. Bowlers need to be on their toes, especially in the powerplay and at the death. Four out of six games went in favour of the team batting first and hence, teams may avoid chasing.

Probable XIs

Adelaide Strikers                                               

Matthew Short, Matt Renshaw, Ian Cockbain, Jonathan Wells, Jake Weatherald, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen (wk), Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle (c), Harry Conway, Fawad Ahmed

Sydney Sixers

Josh Philippe (wk), Jack Edwards, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Steve O’Keefe

Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head

Overall

Matches-15, Adelaide Strikers – 5, Sydney Sixers –10, N/R- 0

In Melbourne

Matches- 8, Adelaide Strikers –3, Sydney Sixers – 5, N/R- 0

Probable top performers

Josh Philippe – Sydney Sixers

Josh Philippe has been exceptional for the Sixers in the ongoing edition of the BBL. The right-hander is the second-highest run-scorer of the tournament, having amassed 384 runs from 11 innings at an average of 38.40 and a strike rate of 147.69. If he gets going, the Strikers’ bowlers will find themselves in a lot of trouble.

Hayden Kerr– Sydney Sixers

Hayden Kerr has performed exceptionally in the current season of the BBL. The bowler has picked up 18 wickets from 12 matches at an average of 12.56. He also has a four-wicket haul to his name in the tournament. The Strikers’ batters need to play with a lot of caution while facing him.

Today’s match prediction: Sydney Sixers to win.

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.