BBL 2022: Match 16, SCO vs STR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers?

The 16th match of the ongoing Big Bash League will see Perth Scorchers taking on Adelaide Strikers at the Perth Stadium on December 26. Strikers, who currently are at the top of the table, have won three out of their four matches while the Scorchers are currently third in the table with two wins out of three games.

The Ashton Turner-led side absolutely wreaked havoc in their previous match against the Melbourne Stars. Stumper-batter Josh Inglis smashed 74 runs in 33 deliveries while opener Faf du Plessis scored 68 runs in 33 deliveries. Courtesy of their carnage, the Scorchers put up 229 runs on board after 20 overs. The bowlers did a good job as well. Jason Behrendorff picked up three wickets while Peter Hatzoglou picked up two wickets. 

Now, despite a massive win in their previous match, Scorchers are not going to have it easy against the Strikers. The Peter Siddle-led side did lose their last match but they have tremendous consistency before that. The top order failed to put up a show against Brisbane Heat and the pressure completely fell on the middle order and they eventually failed to deliver. Colin de Grandhomme and Thomas Kelly played a sensible knock but the team lost by six runs. In the match against the Scorchers, the Strikers will definitely aim to get the win and cement their position at the top of the league.

Match Details:

Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth

Date & Time: December 26, 3:45 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & SonyLiv

Pitch Report:

The pitch at the Perth Stadium is going to assist the pacers. Batters may find it difficult as anything above 160 will be a good score on this pitch. The team winning the toss might decide to bat first.

Probable Playing XIs for SCO vs STR:

Perth Scorchers:

Adam Lyth, Faf du Plessis, Nick Hobson, Josh Inglis (w), Ashton Turner (c), Aaron Hardie, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Peter Hatzoglou

Adelaide Strikers:

Jake Weatherald, Matthew Short, Chris Lynn, Adam Hose, Colin de Grandhomme, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen (w), Rashid Khan, Wes Agar, Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle (c)

Probable Best Performer from SCO vs STR:

Probable best batter: Matthew Short

The 27-year-old Matthew Short has been tremendous in the season. The opener has hammered 161 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 146.36. Adelaide Strikers depend a lot on the kind of start he gives and thus, will once again be crucial for the franchise during their match against the Scorchers.

Probable best bowler: Henry Thornton

The 26-year-old Henry Thornton is the leading wicket-taker of the season. Playing for the Strikers, Thornton has picked up 12 wickets from four matches at an economy of 5.63. Against some of the hard-hitting batters of Scorchers, Thornton will be key to delivering once again.

Today's Match Prediction: Adelaide Strikers to win the match

Also Check: SCO vs STR Dream11 Prediction

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.