SIX vs THU Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, & Injury Updates for T20 34th Match Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

In the 34th match of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL), the Sydney Thunder (THU) will face off against the Sydney Sixers (SIX) at the Sydney Showground Stadium on January 8 in a cross-town rivalry. Positioned at third on the points table, the Thunder have an excellent opportunity to surpass both the Sixers and Perth Scorchers and claim the top spot. With four consecutive victories, the Thunder currently hold ten points from eight games. Their batsmen are currently in outstanding form, posing a potential difference-maker in the upcoming clash between these two teams on Sunday.

On the other hand for the Sixers, their recent victory against the Melbourne Stars has brought their points tally to 11 after nine games. In the last match, James Vince played an exceptional inning, scoring 91 off 59 balls, which significantly influenced the game in favour of the Sixers. In the bowling department, Sean Abbott claimed three wickets, and Todd Murphy delivered a commendable performance. However, there is potential for improvement among other bowlers in the team.

SIX vs THU: Match Details

Match: Sydney Sixers (SIX) vs Sydney Thunder (THU), 34th Match, Big Bash League 2023-24

Date and Time: Friday, January 12, 2024, 1:45 PM

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney Plus Hotstar

SIX vs THU: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Sydney Showground Stadium is expected to favour pacers initially, providing some assistance to bowlers at the beginning of the innings. Nevertheless, batters could find opportunities to capitalize towards the latter part of the match. If a team wins the toss, choosing to bat first is advisable, and a score exceeding 170 can be deemed as a competitive total.

SIX vs THU: Probable Playing XI

Sydney Sixers: Steve Smith, James Vince, Josh Philippe (WK), Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques (C), Jack Edwards, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird, Ben Dwarshuis, Steve O’Keefe

Sydney Thunders: Matthew Gikes (WK), Alex Hales, Oliver Davies, Cameron Bancroft, Alex Ross, Nathan McAndrew, Daniel Sams, Chris Green (C), Gurinder Sandhu, Tanveer Sangha, Liam Hatcher

SIX vs THU: Dream 11 Fantasy Playing XI

Grand League

Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe, Cameron Bancroft

Batters: Alex Hales, Jordan Silk, James Vince (C), Oliver Davies

All-rounders: Daniel Sams (VC), Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques

Bowlers: Ben Dwarshius, Tanveer Sangha

Head-to-Head League

Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe, Cameron Bancroft (C)

Batters: Alex Hales, Jordan Silk, James Vince (VC)

All-rounders: Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques

Bowlers: Tanveer Sangha, Ben Dwarshius