Sydney Cricket Ground Pitch Report For SIX vs STA BBL 2024-25 Match 11

Probuddha Bhattacharjee

SCG Pitch ahead of the Match 11 Of BBL 14 [Source: @scg/x.com]SCG Pitch ahead of the Match 11 Of BBL 14 [Source: @scg/x.com]

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Matches are coming thick and fast in the 14th edition of the Big Bash League. The Sydney Sixers will be taking on the Melbourne Stars in the 11th match of the tournament. The match will be played at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on 26th December at 12:35 PM IST.

The Sydney Sixers have been playing good cricket in the tournament so far. They have won both the matches that they have played so far. The Moises Henriques-led side are currently at the third spot in the points table with a net run rate of +0.427. They will be looking to win this game and climb to the top of the points table and strengthen their chances for qualification into the next round.

While the Sixers will be aiming for the top spot in the points table, the Stars will are aiming to get off the mark in the points table. The Melbourne Stars under the leadership of their new skipper Marcus Stoinis are yet to win a game in the 14th edition of the tournament. They need to get to win this game to get their campaign back on track and keep themselves alive in the tournament.

SCG Stadium Stats And Records In BBL

Criterion
Data
Matches Played76
Matches Won Batting First36
Matches Won Fielding First38
No Result2
Average 1st Innings Score150
Average 2nd Innings Score132

SCG Stadium Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground is generally good for batting. The batters enjoy the surface here, however as the game progresses the spinners might come into the game. The pacers will have to hit the deck here and vary their pace to get some help and be impactful for their team. 

Players To Watch Out For At SCG Stadium In Sydney

Marcus Stoinis

  • The Australian all-rounder has been in a good form in this tournament. Marcus Stoinis has the batting form with him and besides that he can impact that game with his bowling. Give his ability to win games with both his trades. Stoinis could be one of the game changers in the match. 

Ben Dwarshuis

  • The Australian pacer has been in a good form in the tournament. Ben Dwarshuis has four wickets in two matches under his belt in BBL 2024-25. The left-arm bowler can be a very impactful player in the match.

Glenn Maxwell

  • The Australian all-rounder can be a very impactful player in any match. Glenn Maxwell can change the complexion of a game with his big hitting. Besides, he also has a knack for picking up important wickets in crucial stages and seizing the momentum for his team. With the ability be a game changer in either innings, Maxwell could be a player to watch out for.