Big Bash League, Sixers vs Strikers: Preview, Prediction and Fantasy Tips

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Sydney Sixers will square off against Adelaide Strikers in the 45th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2022-23 on Tuesday, January 17 at International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour.

Sydney Sixers currently sit at the second spot of the BBL points table with seven wins in 11 matches. With their three group phase matches remaining before the playoff phase, the Sixers will look to assure a top-two finish for themselves in the league stage.

For Adelaide Strikers, this BBL season has been a topsy-turvy one. They kicked off their campaign with three consecutive wins but failed to extend their winning momentum and suffered four back-to-back losses. However, they were prompt enough to gain the winning momentum again. 

The Strikers, with five wins from 11 matches, are currently sitting at the fourth position of the league standings. They are coming into this encounter on the back off a 17-runs thrashing at the hands of Brisbane Heat and must be looking to bounce back stronger in the competition. 

Match Details

Date & Time: January 17, 1:45 PM IST
Venue: International Sports Stadium, Coffs, Harbour
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV App

Pitch Report: Only one T20 game has been played at this venue to date, which was ultimately won by the team batting first. Overall, it is a balanced wicket, which has something in it for both batters and bowlers. Expect pacers to rule here, especially with the new ball.

Predicted Playing XI 

Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), Steven Smith, Kurtis Patterson, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Lyon, Steve O'Keefe

Adelaide Strikers:  Matthew Short, Travis Head (c), Thomas Kelly, Alex Carey (wk), Adam Hose, Colin de Grandhomme, Ben Manenti, Cameron Boyce, Wes Agar, Harry Conway, Henry Thornton 

Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

Wicket-Keeper: Josh Philippe
Batters: Kurtis Patterson, Jordan Silk, Adam Hose
All-Rounders: Sean Abbott, Matthew Short, Travis Head, Hayden Kerr
Bowlers: Henry Thornton, Wes Agar, Steve O'Keefe 

Captain: Matthew Short
Vice-Captain: Sean Abbott/Hayden Kerr

Prediction 

Although both teams look evenly matched on paper, one might hand the advantage to Sydney Sixers, given the plethora of stars in their batting line-up. 

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