SIX vs SCO Prediction, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update – BBL 2020-21, Match 41

Match Details:

The 41st match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 season will be played between Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.

This match will start at 1:10 PM IST (6:40 PM local time). It will be live on Sony Sports Network and live streaming is available on Sony LIV.

Preview:

Currently, the gap between league leaders Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers is of 9 points, with the Scorchers having a game in hand. The scenario, however, was very different a few weeks ago. Scorchers had a horrendous start to their campaign as they lost all of their first three games.

They managed to turn things around, and did so in some fashion as well. The Scorchers have won all of their last 5 games and are looking unstoppable at the moment. Sydney Sixers’ story is not as moviesque as the Scorchers’, as they have been consistent right from the very beginning. As a result, they have a 6 points lead from their nearest competitor. Hence, this match will be the clash been consistency and meteoric ascendancy.

SIX vs SCO Weather Report for Match 41:

It is going to be sunn at Canberra tomorrow, with the temperature being around 21 °C. The chances of rainfall are only 10%.

Pitch Report:

The Manuka Oval will offer something to the bowlers for the first few overs, but beyond that, it becomes a batting paradise. A score of around 180 should be competitive here.

Average first innings score:

179 (Last 5 BBL 2020-21 matches played at the venue)

Record of the chasing teams

Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tie – 0

Injury & Availability News:

Perth Scorchers’ Colin Munro has recovered from his injury and is available for selection. Joe Clarke makes way for him. Mitchell Marsh is unavailable for this game.

SIX vs SCO Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Sixers:

Josh Philippe (WK), Justin Avendano, James Vince, Daniel Hughes (C), Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Carlos Brathwaite, Jake Ball, Lloyd Pope, Steve O’Keefe, Jackson Bird.

Bench:

Jack Edwards, Nick Bertus, Hayden Kerr, Gurinder Sandhu, Tom Rogers, Ben Manenti.

Perth Scorchers:

Josh Inglis (WK), Jason Roy, Colin Munro, Liam Livingstone, Cameron Bancroft, Ashton Turner (C), Aaron Hardie, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Fawad Ahmed.

Bench:

Kurtis Patterson, Joel Paris, Matthew Kelly, Corey Rocchiccioli.

SIX vs SCO Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:

Given how he is batting at the moment, it will be a surprise if Josh Philippe is not a part of the Australian team in the near future. He has scored 337 runs at an average of nearly 35 and a strike rate of over 145.

For Perth Scorchers, Jason Roy has arguably been the best performer with the bat. The Englishman has scored 212 runs at an average of over 40 and a strike rate of over 125.

Jhye Richardson has been phenomenal with the ball of Scorchers, having picked up 18 wickets in 9 games. He also has a terrific economy rate of just over 6 runs per over.

Daniel Christian is the sort of a player who is likely to give you good points with either the bat or the ball, if not both. He has scored 175 runs and has also scalped 10 wickets.

Veteran spinner Steve O’Keefe’s spin is still causing trouble in the BBL, as he has picked up 13 wickets while maintaining an economy rate of under 7 runs per over.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Daniel Christian, Josh Philippe

Vice-Captain Options – Jason Roy, Jhye Richardson

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SIX vs SCO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Josh Philippe, Josh Inglis

Batsmen – Daniel Hughes, James Vince, Jason Roy (VC)

All-rounders – Daniel Christian (C), Liam Livingstone, Carlos Brathwaite

Bowlers – Steve O’Keefe, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SIX vs SCO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Josh Philippe (C)

Batsmen – Jason Munro, Jordan Silk, Jason Roy

All-rounders – Daniel Christian, Carlos Brathwaite, Aaron Hardie, Liam Livingstone

Bowlers – Jake Ball, Jhye Richardson (C), Jason Behrendorff

Expert Advice:

Playing as an opener, Liam Livingstone can be a great pick at 9 Cr. He has scored 123 runs and has also got a wicket to his name. It is advisable to include him in at least one of your Dream11 Fantasy teams.

Today’s SIX vs SCO Probable Winners:

Perth Scorchers are expected to win this match.

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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.