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Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds – BBL 2022-23

Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers are set to clash in match no. 34 of the Big Bash League 2022-23. The first Sydney derby of the season will take place at Sydney Showground Stadium on Sunday, January 8th. The three-time former champions Sydney Sixers start as the favourites with 8/11 (1.72) odds while the Thunder have higher odds of 1/1 (2.00) to win this match.

These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.

  • Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers, Match 34, BBL 2022-23
  • January 8, 2023 – 8:15 AM GMT
  • Sydney Showground Stadium

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The pitches at Sydney Showground Stadium have usually favoured the bowlers. Seamers in particular find good assistance at this venue. The average first innings score from 30 T20 matches played here reads 150. Two matches have been hosted here this BBL season, with the team batting first scoring 139/9 and 121/6.

Sydney has witnessed quite a bit of rain this week but the weather is expected to be clearer on the weekend. The forecast suggests there should be no dark clouds on Sunday evening with the temperature hovering around 18°C.

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers – Match Predictions

Sydney Thunder are on a four-match winning streak whereas Sydney Sixers are coming into the match with a win. Talking about history, Sydney Sixers dominate the scoreline with 14 wins compared to 7 by the Thunder. Both sides have some in-form players and match well against each other but the Sixers hold an edge. Moises Henriques-led side has a deeper batting line-up while the rest of the strengths are pretty similar.

Probable 6s

The numbers of both sides in the ongoing competition do not give a clear picture. Sydney Thunder have hit 33 sixes in eight innings while the Sixers have struck 31 in the same number of innings. However, Sydney Thunder is a side that has more power-hitters such as Alex Hales, Oliver Davies, Alex Ross, Ben Cutting and Daniel Sams. Sydney Sixers’ batters rely more on timing.

Our Prediction: Sydney Thunder to hit most sixes in this match with the odds of 10/11 (1.90).

Probable Wickets

Sean Abbott, one of the most prolific wicket-takers in the BBL, has taken 13 wickets from eight games this season and is coming off 3/31 versus Melbourne Stars. He has the odds of 11/4 (3.75) to be the highest wicket-taker for Sydney Sixers. For Sydney Thunder, Nathan McAndrew has 11 scalps from five games. He has the odds of 13/5 (3.60) to be the top bowler for the Thunder.

Our Prediction: Sean Abbott to be the highest wicket-taker for Sydney Sixers at 11/4 (3.75).

Man of the Match

James Vince is coming off a superb knock of 59-ball 91 not-out in the previous game. Having scored 258 runs in eight innings this season, Vince is one of the top candidates for the player of the match with the odds of 7/1 (8.00). Apart from him, Moises Henriques, Hayden Kerr, Oliver Davies, Alex Hales, Daniel Sams are some of the top betting options.

Our Prediction: James Vince to be the Man of the Match at 7/1 (8.00) odds.

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Preview

This is an important clash for both teams who are in the top half of the table and fighting for the top two spots. Let’s take a look at both sides ahead of their encounter on Sunday.

Sydney Thunder

Sydney Thunder lost three of their first four games but have bounced back tremendously well with four victories on the bounce. They have 10 points from eight matches and are coming off a six-wicket win over the table-toppers Perth Scorchers.

The Thunder have Alex Hales and Oliver Davies in outstanding form while Matthew Gilkes and Alex Ross have made crucial contributions. With the ball, Nathan McAndrew and Chris Green have done a good job. Rilee Rossouw’s stint has come to an end and his place is likely to be taken by Joel Davies while Daniel Sams returns from injury.

Squad: Alex Hales, Matthew Gilkes (wk), Joel Davies, Oliver Davies, Daniel Sams, Alex Ross, Ben Cutting, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green (c), Brendan Doggett, Usman Qadir

Sydney Sixers

Sydney Sixers have played nine games this season, winning five and losing three. They have 11 points to their credit with a net run-rate of -0.213. The Sixers defeated Melbourne Stars in the previous game at the MCG, courtesy of James Vince’s sublime knock.

This will be Vince’s last game for the Sixers before he heads to ILT20. Chris Jordan’s availability remains unclear but he was expensive I’m the previous game and could be replaced by Ben Dwarshuis. Hayden Kerr and Sean Abbott will be crucial for the Sixers if there’s any movement.

Squad: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Chris Jordan, Todd Murphy, Izharulhaq Naveed

How to Watch Big Bash in the UK: Live Streaming & Channel List

Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Prediction

All the live action of the Big Bash will be available on Sky Sports Cricket for BBL fans in the UK. If you are one of those who prefer online streaming, you can watch the matches live on the SkyGo application.

  • Sky Sports Cricket (TV)
  • SkyGo app (Streaming)


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