Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars Preview, Key Players and Fantasy Tips

Adelaide Strikers in BBL 2022-23 (Getty Images)

The Adelaide Strikers is set to host the Melbourne Stars in match number 23 of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 2022-23 season. The contest marks the sixth match for both sides this tournament.

The home team is currently placed at number three on the BBL 2022-23 points table, with three wins and two defeats from their five fixtures so far. However, they have lost their previous two games, thus squandering a remarkable start to their campaign which featured three wins upfront.

The Melbourne Stars, on the other hand, are languishing at number seven on the standings with a solitary win to their name. They will be desperately seeking another win in an attempt to reboot their BBL 2022 run ahead of the playoffs.

Match Details

Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Date & Time: December 31 at 1:30 PM IST
Live Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Live Commentary: CREX

Probable Playing XI

Adelaide Strikers: Henry Hunt, Matthew Short, Chris Lynn, Adam Hose, Colin de Grandhomme, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen (wk), Rashid Khan, Ben Manenti, Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle (c).

Melbourne Stars: Thomas Rogers, Joe Clarke (wk), Beau Webster, Nick Larkin, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Campbell Kellaway, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Luke Wood, Adam Zampa (c), Trent Boult.

Match Prediction

Considering Adelaide Strikers’ position at the points table, they are favourites to flatten the Stars and climb up the standings.

Matthew Short and Strikers’ Afghanistan import Rashid Khan have been in scintillating touch with both bat and ball this season. The two will fancy themselves to rattle the Stars in their match-up.

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