BBL 2018-19, Match 45: Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

The Sydney Sixers are currently placed in the second position of the points table in this edition’s Big Bash League (BBL). Another victory would virtually seal them a place in the next round. They thumped table toppers Hobart Hurricanes by nine wickets and must be brimming with confidence ahead of their next match against Adelaide Strikers at the renowned Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

The Strikers, on the other hand, are precariously placed at the bottom half of the table with four victories from 10 matches. With four matches left, the team needs to pull a rabbit out of the hat to get themselves moving up the points table. Last time around, the defending champions lost against Melbourne Stars by 44 runs and don’t look into the greatest of shapes by any means.

Match Details:

The 45th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2018-19 will be played between Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers at the Sydney Cricket Stadium.

The match starts at 7:00 PM local time (8:00 AM GMT) (1:30 PM IST).

The game will be live on Sony ESPN and Sony ESPN HD in India. Live streaming is available on Sony Liv.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch has assisted the spinners to a significant extent. A high-scoring affair can’t be expected with the average first-innings score below 150. Teams are likely to bat second after winning the toss bearing in mind, the record at the iconic venue.

Average first innings score: 148.43 (Last Seven Twenty20s)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 5, Lost – 2 (Last Seven Twenty20s)

Probable XI:

Sydney Sixers:

Josh Philippe (wk), Dan Hughes,  James Vince, Moises Henriques (C), Jordan Silk, Tom Curran, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Steve O’Keefe, Ben Manenti, Lloyd Pope.

Bench – Mickey Edwards, Jack Edwards.

No changes made to the squad.

Adelaide Strikers:

Alex Carey (wk), Jake Weatherald, Colin Ingram (C), Jake Lehmann, Jonathan Wells, Rashid Khan, Matthew Short/Michael Neser, Peter Siddle, Ben Laughlin, Liam O’Connor, Billy Stanlake.

Bench – Wes Agar, Cameron Valente

In – Peter Siddle

Out – Wes Agar

Note: Peter Siddle released from the Australia Test squad for this game.

Power Picks:

Josh Phillippe has come up with scores of 20, 17 and 86* since being promoted as the opener. He has the skills to score quickly in the powerplay overs. He can be picked ahead of Alex Carey.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

James Vince has to start as captain or vice-captain after his back to back fifties at the SCG. Colin Ingram and either of Josh Phillippe or Alex Carey (whoever is picked) can be the other multiplier. Moises Henriques, Tom Curran Rashid Khan and Sean Abbott are the alternatives.

Playing XI #1 for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper – Josh Phillippe

Batters – James Vince (C), Colin Ingram (VC), Jake Lehmann, Jake Weatherald

All-Rounders – Moises Henriques, Tom Curran, Michael Neser

Bowlers – Steve O’Keefe, Sean Abbott, Rashid Khan

Playing XI #2 for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Alex Carey (C)

Batters – James Vince (VC), Colin Ingram, Jonathan Wells, Jake Lehmann

All-Rounders – Moises Henriques, Tom Curran

Bowlers – Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Rashid Khan, Peter Siddle

Expert Advice:

Matthew Short, who has been performing poorly in the recent matches, could be dropped with the inclusion of Peter Siddle. Due to the nature of the Sydney track, the Strikers will continue with O’Connor.

Probable Winners:

The prediction is for the Sixers to win the encounter

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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