STR vs SCO Dream11 Prediction, BBL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 17 of BBL 2024-25

The Big Bash League 2024 is heating up, and the 17th match brings an exciting clash between the Adelaide Strikers and Perth Scorchers at the iconic Adelaide Oval.

ByĀ CricTracker Staff

Updated - 31 Dec 2024, 13:29 IST

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Preview

The Adelaide Strikers (STR) are all set to lock horns against the Perth Scorchers (SCO) in the 17th game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on December 31 at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. The hosts are currently in the seventh spot with just one win and three defeats from the four games they have played. The win in this game with a superior net run rate can directly make them sit in the third spot of the points table.

On the other hand, the visitors are in the third spot with two wins and two losses, and the victory in this game will propel them to the second spot. The two teams hold strong chances of being qualified for the knockout stage.

The SCO side heads to this game after thwarting Brisbane Heat by 33 runs in the last outing. Ashton Turner and his men aim to maintain their dominating form in this game to hold their strong standings in the points table. On the flip side, STA makes their way to this game after suffering an 11-run defeat against Hobart Hurricanes. Matt Short and his men must win this game to turn the clock.

Match Information

Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers, Match 17

Big Bash League, 31 Dec 2024, Tue, 1:45 PM IST ,Adelaide Oval

Broadcast

Star Sports Network

Live Stream

Disney+Hotstar app

Weather Report

Adelaide Oval

Clouds

13.4Ā°C

63% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Adelaide Strikers

L
L
W
L
L

Perth Scorchers

W
L
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

272 Runs

6Ā Matches

2

Chris Lynn

STR - bat

183 Runs

6Ā Matches

3

Alex Ross

STR - bat

158 Runs

7Ā Matches

4

Jamie Overton

STR - all

156 Runs

7Ā Matches

5

D'Arcy Short

STR - all

152 Runs

6Ā Matches

6

Ashton Turner

SCO - bat

141 Runs

6Ā Matches

1

Matthew Kelly

SCO - bowl

200.00

3Ā Matches

2

Finn Allen

SCO - bat

193.94

6Ā Matches

3

Nick Hobson

SCO - bat

189.09

6Ā Matches

4

James Bazley

STR - all

176.09

6Ā Matches

5

Liam Scott

STR - all

153.85

4Ā Matches

6

Chris Lynn

STR - bat

153.78

6Ā Matches

1

Henry Thornton

STR - bowl

11 Wkts

7Ā Matches

2

Lloyd Pope

STR - bowl

11 Wkts

7Ā Matches

10 Wkts

6Ā Matches

4

Jamie Overton

STR - all

9 Wkts

7Ā Matches

5

Lance Morris

SCO - bowl

8 Wkts

5Ā Matches

6

Jhye Richardson

SCO - bowl

6 Wkts

3Ā Matches

1

Fabian Allen

STR - all

5.00

1Ā Match

2

Ashton Agar

SCO - all

5.63

5Ā Matches

3

Brendan Doggett

STR - bowl

6.52

3Ā Matches

6.71

6Ā Matches

5

Jhye Richardson

SCO - bowl

6.75

3Ā Matches

6

Lance Morris

SCO - bowl

6.88

5Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Adelaide Strikers

AI Ross, Ollie Pope (wk), CA Lynn, J Overton, DJM Short, MW Short (C), James Bazley, CJ Boyce, Henry Thornton, L Pope, Liam Scott

Bench : AT Carey, J Weatherald, Jordan Buckingham, Brendan Doggett, HJ Nielsen, TM Head, Thomas Kelly, Fabian Allen, Liam Haskett, Harry J Manenti

Perth Scorchers

Finn Allen, Matthew Hurst (wk), NR Hobson, Cooper Connolly, AM Hardie, AJ Turner (C), M Kelly, AC Agar, JP Behrendorff, LR Morris, AJ Tye

Bench : JP Inglis, Sam Fanning, KK Jennings, MR Marsh, Matthew Spoors, Mahli Beardman, JA Richardson, Bryce Jackson

Injury and availability news

There is no injury update from both side.

Pitch Report

Adelaide Oval is known for its excellent playing conditions, typically favoring batsmen while also assisting spinners as the game progresses. The weather forecast indicates a pleasant day with a maximum temperature around 23Ā°C, and only a slight chance of rain disrupting play.

30%

Pace Bowling

70%

Spin Bowling

70%

Batting Pitch

160

Average Score

30%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Jamie Overton STR | ALL

The Adelaide star cricketer has made 126 runs and picked up seven wickets in his last four matches. One must consider him for his stupendous form with both bat and the ball.

7.5
C

Lloyd Pope STR | BOWL

The star bowler has picked up 7 wickets in the four last matches and will be looking to pose a big threat to Scorchers batters in this game.

7

Alex Ross STR | BAT

The star batter has piled up an incredible 85 runs in their four games of the tournament and will be looking to pose a big threat to Perth bowlers.

9.5

Cooper Connolly SCO | ALL

The SCO star all-rounder has made 181 runs and picked up four wickets in the league so far. One can go for him as a top pick considering his form with both bat and the ball.

8.5

Ashton Turner SCO | BAT

The SCO star batter has made 106 runs in the last 4 matches and will be looking to continue his great form in this game. He can be your budget pick in your Dream 11 team.

8

Jason Behrendorff SCO | BOWL

The SCO bowler has picked up seven wickets and will be looking to pose big threat to STR side in this game. One must keep him as a budget pick in your Dream 11 team.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8

Mitchell Marsh

SCO | ALL

7

Alex Carey

STR | WK

Last Updated On - Dec 31 2024 1:29 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

STR

8 : 3

SCO

Credits Left
11.5/100

Head To Head
Harry Nielsen

6.5

Ashton Turner
C

8.5

Alex Ross

7

Ollie Pope

8.5

Cooper Connolly
VC

9.5

D'Arcy Short

8

Matthew Short

9

Jason Behrendorff

8

Henry Thornton

9

Cameron Boyce

7

Lloyd Pope

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

STR

8 : 3

SCO

Credits Left
11.5/100

Mega League
Harry Nielsen

6.5

Ashton Turner

8.5

Alex Ross
C

7

Ollie Pope

8.5

Cooper Connolly

9.5

D'Arcy Short

8

Matthew Short

9

Jason Behrendorff

8

Henry Thornton

9

Cameron Boyce

7

Lloyd Pope
VC

7.5

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