STA vs SIX Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report - BBL 14, Match 28

STA vs SIX, BBL 2024-25: Dream11 Predictions For Match 28 [Source: @SixersBBL,@StarsBBL/x.com]

The Melbourne Stars (STA) will take on the Sydney Sixers (SIX) in the 28th match of the Big Bash League 2024 (BBL 14). This match will be played at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne on January 9 at 1:45 PM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

STA vs SIX Preview

It is a face-off between the two extremes of the table. While the Melbourne Stars are currently at the bottom of the table, the Sixers are sitting pretty at the top. 

The Stars faced five consecutive defeats to start their tournament. However, they have managed to win the last two matches. The Stars are currently at the last position in the points table with a net run rate of -0.531.

On the other hand, the Sydney Sixers have been in brilliant form so far. They have won four of their six games, while losing one and one of their matches was abandoned due to rain. The Sixers are dominating the points table with a net run rate of +0.228. 

While the Sixers will be looking to win this game and maintain their position at the top of the table, the Stars will be keen on continuing their winning streak. For the Stars, it is a battle for survival and hence we can expect a close competition between the two teams.

STA vs SIX Toss Update

Sydney Sixers have won the bat flip and they will field first.

STA vs SIX Head-to-Head Record

STA vs SIX Weather And Pitch Report

Weather - The weather during the game is expected to be cloudy. As reported by AccuWeather, the highest temperature will be around 23°C with just 3% chance of rain.

Pitch Report - The pitch at the MCG generally has a bit of grass. The wicket therefore allows a bit of assistance to the pacers when the ball is new. The pacers will get a bit of movement along with the traditional bounce from the wicket when the cherry is new. However, as the match progresses, it might help the batters a bit to play their shots freely and get full value for them. 

Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne - Record of Chasing Teams

So far, four games have beeb played at the MCG in BBL 2024-25. In all the four matches, the team chasing has won. Keeping this trend in mind, the captain winning the toss might look to field first in the game.

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STA vs SIX Fantasy Cricket Players Stats

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STA vs SIX Captain and Vice-captain

STA vs SIX Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

STA vs SIX, Match 28: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Sam Harper, Josh Philippe
Batters: Moises Henriques, James Vince, Ben Duckett
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis
Bowlers: Peter Siddle, Jackson Bird, Ben Dwarshuis, Usama Mir

Captain: Ben Duckett
Vice-captain: James Vince

STA vs SIX Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

STA vs SIX, Match 28: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Sam Harper, Josh Philippe
Batters: Moises Henriques, James Vince, Ben Duckett
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis
Bowlers: Peter Siddle, Jackson Bird, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy

Captain: Josh Philippe
Vice-captain: Marcus Stoinis

*Hayden Kerr In Place Of Jackson Bird

STA vs SIX Expert Advice

Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 2-3-2-4 combination will be ideal for the game.

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