BBL 2023-24 | STA vs SIX, Match 28 - Cricket Fantasy Guide

image-lr0xq0s0Tom Curran has been in good form for the Sixers in recent matches (Source: x.com)

Melbourne Stars (STA) &Sydney Sixers (SIX) will lock horns against each other in the 28th match of the Big Bash League 2023. The game will be played at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in Syndey at 1:45 PM IST on 6th January 2024. There are plenty of quality players in both teams who are capable of winning games single-handedly on their day. This fantasy guide will help you in picking a top notch fantasy team to help you win big in this game. 

Melbourne Stars have won their last 4 games in a row and have been in exceptional form as a team. The bowlers have done a great job and the batters are in excellent form. They defeated the Melbourne Renegades by 8 wickets in their last game. 

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Sydney Sixers, meanwhile, are in the 3rd position with 3 wins in 7 games with 2 matches being abandoned due to rain. They have lost their last two games and will be itching to bounce back strongly in this match. 


Pitch Report

The pitch will be a balanced one with something for everyone. The pacers will get good movement with the new ball and the spinners will also come into play as the game progresses. Batters, once set, will be in for a big score. Expect scores in range of 150-170 in this game and teams are expected to chase if they win the toss. 

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

  • Bowlers who will bowl in the power play and then towards the end of the innings will be important, especially from the first innings. 
  • Spinners from the second innings will be key picks as well. 
  • All-rounders and middle order batters will be top picks in your fantasy teams. 


STA vs SIX, Match 28: Differential Picks

Tom Curran (SIX)

  • Tom Curran's selection percentage is around 17% at the time of writing this which is qutie surprising. 
  • He will bowl in the middle and death overs and is capable with the bat as well. 
  • Curran will be a top C/VC pick as well if Sixers bowl first. 

Scott Boland (STA)

  • Scott Boland is named in the squad for this game and will be an excellent differential pick if he plays. 
  • He is the 2nd highest wicket taker at the MCG (22 wickets) and will be a key bowler for the Stars in this game. 

Imad Wasim (STA)

  • Imad Wasim will bowl his full quota and is a handy batter lower down the order. 
  • He picked up 1 wicket in the last game
  • Sixers' top order has struggled a bit and he can chip in with a few wickets in this game. 


STA vs SIX, Match 28: Fantasy Cricket Tips

If Melbourne Stars Bat First

  • Sean Abbott will be a good C/VC option alongside Tom Curran.
  • Dropping Josh Phillippe and James Vince can be worth the risk.
  • Try Hilton Cartwright in big leagues. 
  • Pick Imad Wasim.

If Sydney Sixers Bat First

  • Scott Bolan will be an excellent differential pick.
  • Try Jordan Silk in big leagues. 
  • Steve O'Keefe can be a good punt pick. 
  • Dropping Dan Lawrence can be fruitful.