STR vs STA Prediction, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update – BBL 2020-21, Match 36

Match Details:

The 36th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 will be played between the Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars at the Adelaide Oval.

This match is scheduled to start at 01:45 PM IST (06:45 PM Local Time). It will be streamed live on Sony Ten Network and Sony LIV app.

Preview:

Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars had a satisfactory start to their 2020/21 Big Bash League campaign, but things have gone haywire in the last couple of weeks or so. Both Strikers and Stars have lost their rhythm at the same time and will be eager to get it back.

Strikers are placed fourth, having won 4 of their 9 games. They have won only one of their last 4 games. Like them, Melbourne Stars, too, have won only once in their last 4 encounters. Their condition is worse, as they have won only 3 games and are placed seventh. Both sides will need to start showing some consistency and get as many points as possible from their remaining games.

STR vs STA Weather Report for Match 36:

It will be cloudy at Adelaide tomorrow, but chances of precipitation are low. The temperature is expected to be around 31 °C.

Pitch Report:

The track at Adelaide Oval is mostly a balanced one, with perhaps the batsmen enjoying a bit more purchase. A score of around 170 should be competitive here.

Average first innings score:

165 (4 BBL 2020-21 matches played at the venue)

Record of the chasing teams

Won – 2, Lost – 2, Tie – 0

Injury & Availability News:

For Melbourne Stars: Nicholas Pooran’s BBL season has come to an end, as the West Indian will now depart for international games. Liam Hatcher missed last game because of fatigue, but he is likely to be back for this match.

For Adelaide Strikers: Peter Siddle is nursing a thumb injury and will be unavailable.

STR vs STA Probable Playing XIs:

Adelaide Strikers:

Philip Salt, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (C & WK), Jonathan Wells, Jake Weatherald, Ryan Gibson, Rashid Khan, Danny Briggs, Wes Agar, Cameron Valente, Harry Conway.

Bench: 

Harry Nielsen, Liam O Connor, Spencer Johnson, Liam Scott, Matt Short, Daniel Worrall.

Melbourne Stars:

Andre Fletcher, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell (C), Ben Dunk (WK), Seb Gotch, Sam Rainbird, Nick Larkin, Liam Hatcher, Billy Stanlake, Adam Zampa.

Bench:

Haris Rauf, Zahir Khan, Nic Maddinson, Jonathan Merlo, Lance Morris, Clint Hinchliffe.

STR vs STA Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:

Skipper Alex Carey has been brilliant with the bat for the Strikers. He has scored 258 runs at an average of over 35 and a strike rate of almost 125.

For the Melbourne Stars, Glenn Maxwell has been the most impressive performer with the bat. He has scored 255 runs at an average of over 40 and an equally amazing strike rate of over 150.

Marcus Stoinis has not bowled in this edition of the BBL, but his batting performances make him a decent captaincy pick. He has scored 230 runs at an average of nearly 40 and a fantastic strike rate of over 160.

This will be the last BBL 2020/21 game for Afghan spin sensation Rashid Khan. Having picked up 14 wickets from 9 appearances, the magician would want to end the campaign on a high.

The spin wizard from the opposition’s camp, Adam Zampa has picked up 10 wickets in 6 games. He has an economy rate of under 8 runs per over.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis

Vice-Captain Options – Alex Carey, Rashid Khan

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

Keeper – Alex Carey (C)

Batsmen – Philip Salt, Jake Weatherald, Nick Larkin, Hilton Cartwright

All-Rounders – Matt Renshaw, Glenn Maxwell (C), Marcus Stoinis

Bowlers – Liam Hatcher, Wes Agar, Adam Zampa

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

Keeper – Alex Carey

Batsmen – Philip Salt, Jonathan Wells, Ryan Gibson, Hilton Cartwright

All-Rounders – Matt Renshaw, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (C)

Bowlers – Rashid Khan (VC), Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa

Expert Advice:

In 4 innings, Adelaide Strikers’ Ryan Gibson has scored 52 runs at an average of over 25. He also has a decent strike rate of over 125. Available for selection at only 8.0 Cr, Gibson can be a decent budget buy.

Today’s STR vs STA Probable Winners:

Adelaide Strikers are expected to win this match.

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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.