BBL 12, Scorchers vs Thunder: Preview, Prediction and Fantasy Tips

Perth Scorchers have been absolutely phenomenal [Source: Twitter]

On Wednesday, the 29th match of the Big Bash League will see Perth Scorchers and Sydney Thunder take on each other in Perth. This is expected to be an intense battle, considering the red hot recent form of both sides. 

The Scorchers have been clinical in the tournament on both batting and bowling fronts. After losing to the Hurricanes in their second group-stage fixture, they have been undefeated in four consecutive games, mauling their opponents with the utmost perfection. Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner and Faf du Plessis have led from the front with the bat, while Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff and Andrew Tye have struck at crucial junctures. 

On the other hand, Sydney Thunder have had a topsy-turvy journey in the Big Bash League this season. They were humiliated by the Strikers and lost their key players for various reasons. However, Chris Green has led them to three successive victories since taking over the reins from Jason Sangha. Alex Hales has been amongst the runs, while Matthew Gilkes, Rilee Rossouw, Alex Ross and Oliver Davies have chipped in with crucial contributions. Gurinder Sandhu, as always, has been their trump card with the ball, getting ample support from Daniel Sams and Brendan Doggett. So, moving on to this game, the Men in Green would like to sustain their winning run. 

Match Details

Date and Time: January 4, 03.45 PM IST
Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV App

Pitch Report: The surface at the Perth stadium offers ample assistance to seamers throughout the game. The matches played here have been low-scoring affairs. As batting will be easier with time, the toss-winning team might decide to field first. 

Predicted XIs

The Thunder have suffered a massive setback as Daniel Sams will miss the fixture due to injury. So, promising fast bowler Ross Pawson will make his debut. 

Meanwhile, the Scorchers will likely continue with the same team. 

Sydney Thunder: Matthew Gilkes (WK), Alex Hales, Rilee Rossouw, Oliver Davies, Alex Ross, Ben Cutting, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green, Brendan Doggett, Usman Qadir, Ross Pawson

Perth Scorchers: Faf du Plessis, Adam Lyth, Cameron Bancroft, Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Peter Hatzoglou, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff

Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

Wicket-Keeper: Josh Inglis
Batters: Faf du Plessis, Alex Hales, Ashton Turner, Oliver Davies
All-Rounders: Aaron Hardie, Ben Cutting
Bowlers: Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Brendan Doggett, Andrew Tye

Captain: Josh Inglis
Vice Captain: Jhye Richardson

Prediction

Considering the strengths of both teams, we expect Perth Scorchers to emerge victorious in this match. 

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