Cricket Fantasy Predictions Today | BBL 2023-24 | SCO vs STR, Knockout - Cricket Exchange Fantasy Teams

SCO vs STR, BBL 2023-24: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for the Knockout (Source: x.com)

The defending champions, Perth Scorchers will be locking horns against the Adelaide Strikers in the Knockout of the Big Bash League 2023-24. The match will take place at the Perth Stadium on 20th January, Saturday at 2:10 PM IST. Ahead of the game, here is a look at the top player picks, the important player stats, the top captain and vice-captain choices, and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match. 

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Team Journeys

Perth Scorchers

The Perth Scorchers displayed skills fitting of the defending champions at the beginning of the tournament. However, as the league stages neared an end, there was a bit of drop in momentum them. Also, the Sixers peaking at the last moment, resulted in the Scorchers finishing at the third spot in the points table.

The Scorchers won six of their 10 games, while one of their matches were abandoned. As a result of finishing third in the points table, they will get only one shot to make it to their third consecutive entry into the summit clash of the league. 

Adelaide Strikers

The Adelaide Strikers have made it to this stage with five wins from their 10 league games. The Strikers did not have the ideal start to the tournament. But the team got their act together at the right time, won their last four league games and have qualified as the fourth team. 

The Strikers will be hoping to ride on the momentum they have with themselves and pick up a win in this battle for survival. However, the defending champions are one of the most settled units in the league and the task will not be easy for them. With existence at stake, this match promises to be an exciting one.

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SCO vs STR, Team Form Guide

Perth Scorchers: L-W-L-W-L

Adelaide Strikers: L-W-W-W-W

SCO vs STR, Head-to-head

The two teams have played each other 24 times in the history of the tournament. The Scorchers are a bit ahead in the face off as they have won 13 of these games. The Strikers have managed 11 wins against the Scorchers. 

BBL 2023-24

In this edition of the tournament, the teams have twice. The spoils are shared by the two as both teams have won one each. 

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Pitch Report

Five games have been played on this wicket in this tournament. The wicket in general has favoured the batters. However, the seamers will get something out of the wicket with the new ball. Although 60% of the matches have been won by the team batting first, a target of 197 has been chased down here. The skipper winning the toss might stress on his team's strength more and take the decision depending on that. 

Perth Stadium, BBL 2023-24 Records

Matches: 5
Matches Won Batting First: 3
Matches Won Batting Second: 2

Average First Innings Total: 181
Average Second Innings Total: 164
Highest Total Recorded: 211/4 by Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers
Lowest Total Recorded: 128/10 by Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Top Player Picks

Aaron Hardie (SCO)

• BBL 2023-24 Stats: 328 Runs in 10 Innings
• Aarond Hardie has been the pillar of the Scorchers' batting especially at the beginning of the tournament. He has lost a bit of momentum towards the end of the league stage. But with the knockout stages at the door, Hardie will look to keep meaningful contributions. 

Jason Behrendorff (SCO)

• BBL 2023-24 Stats: 15 Wickets in 8 Innings
• Behrendorff has been one of the prime stays for the Scorchers in the tournament. His wicket taking abilities makes him a prime choice for the fantasy contests of the match.

Josh Inglis (SCO)

• BBL 2023-24 Stats: 226 Runs from 9 Innings
• Inglis has played some important knocks in the middle-order for the Scorchers. The team will depend big time on him to bail them out of a pressure situation if it arises. 

Matthew Short (STR)

• BBL 2023-24 Stats: 509 Runs in 9 Innings
• The Strikers's skipper is the leading run-scorer of the tournament. He has been in fine batting form and is a must-pick for the game. 

Jamie Overton (STR)

• BBL 2023-24 Stats: 16 Wickets in 9 Innings
• Jamie Overton has been the prime wicket-taker for the Strikers. Wickets always give you more points and hence you will not want to miss out on Overton for the game. 

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Cricket Fantasy Player Stats

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Top Captain and Vice-captain Choices

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Cricket Fantasy Expert Tips

Keeping the conditions and the composition of the two teams  in mind, a 1-2-5-3 or a 1-3-4-3 combination would be ideal for the match. 

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

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Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis
Batters: Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald
All-rounders: Aaron Hardie, Ashton Agar, Cooper Connolly, Jamie Overton, Matthew Short
Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Lloyd Pope

Captain: Aaron Hardie
Vice-captain: Matthew Short

Perth Scorchers: 6 Players; Adelaide Strikers: 5 Players

SCO vs STR, Knockout: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

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Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis
Batters: Laurie Evans, Chris Lynn, Jake Weatherald
All-rounders: Aaron Hardie, Ashton Agar, Jamie Overton, Matthew Short
Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope

Captain: Matthew Short
Vice-Captain: Josh Inglis

Perth Scorchers: 5 Players; Adelaide Strikers: 6 Players

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