BBL 12: The players who will decide the fate of Strikers vs Sixers

Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers (Source: Twitter)

The Adelaide Strikers and the Sydney Sixers will be facing each other in the second match of the Big Bash League 2022-23. 

The match will take place at the Adelaide Oval. In this article, we will take a look at the numbers that matter and give us an analytical peak into the clash. 

Head to Head

Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Sixers have played each other 17 times in the history of the tournament. The Strikers have the upper hand with 11 wins to their name but with a new season there is a lot that could change.

But if we talk about the contest between the two teams at the venue then there is nothing to choose between the two sides.

Overall

Total Matches: 17
Adelaide Strikers Won: 11?
Sydney Sixers Won: 6

At Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

Matches: 10
Adelaide Strikers Won: 5
Sydney Sixers Won: 5

Players to Watch Out

Let us take a look at the players who might play a big role in deciding the fate of the match. 

Adelaide Strikers

Batter

Jake Weatherald could be a game changer (Source: Twitter)

Jake Weatherald: Jake Weatherald will be the responsibility of giving a strong finish to Strikers. He has a decent record against the Sixers and might turn out to be the deciding factor in the match. 

Weatherald vs Sixers

Innings: 9 Runs: 204 Average: 25.50 SR: 124.39

Bowler

Rashid Khan: The Afghan superstar's reputation in the T20 format precedes himself. He will surely influence the game with his bowling skills. 

Also, the fact that his record against the Sixers is very good will affect the match. 

Rashid Khan vs Sixers

Innings: 8 Wickets: 16 Average: 13.38 Economy Rate: 6.69