By Zainab Shafiq 
- BBL 2024-25 Match 6, Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars
- Date: December 20, 2024 (Friday)
- Time: 1:15 PM PST | 08:15 AM GMT | 06:45 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
BBL 2024-25 Match 6 Preview
The Adelaide Strikers are set to host the Melbourne Stars in the sixth game of the Big Bash League 2024-25 at the iconic Adelaide Oval. Both teams are desperate for a win to climb up the points table. The Strikers, currently placed seventh, will look to bounce back after a loss in their first game, while the Stars are at the second last of the table, having lost their opening two encounters. With Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell leading the Stars, and the Strikers counting on Matthew Short and Chris Lynn, this clash promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams seek their first victory of the season.
BBL 2024 Match 6 Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report: The surface at Adelaide Oval is traditionally a batting-friendly wicket, with true bounce that allows stroke play. However, pacers can extract movement early on, and spinners might come into play later. A score of 180+ is likely to be competitive.
Weather Forecast: The conditions in Adelaide are expected to be clear and warm during match hours. The temperature is likely to hover around 25°C (77°F), with no significant chances of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted game.
BBL 2024 Match 6 Predicted XI
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short, D’Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, James Bazley, Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce, Harry Nielsen (wk)
Melbourne Stars: Thomas Fraser Rogers, Ben Duckett, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Sam Harper (WK), Tom Curran, Adam Milne, Brody Couch, Peter Siddle
BBL 2024-25 Match 6 Dream11 Team
- Captain: Glenn Maxwell
- Vice-Captain: Matthew Short
- Wicketkeeper: Sam Harper
- Batters: Chris Lynn, Ben Duckett,
- All-Rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Jamie Overton
- Bowlers: Adam Milne, Cameron Boyce, Peter Siddle
Where to Watch BBL 2024
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, Channel 7
- India: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports Network
- UK: Sky Sports
- New Zealand: SKY NZ
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- South Africa: SuperSport
Also, see:
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