BBL 2021/22, Challenger: SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Other Updates


BBL 2021/22, Challenger: SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Other Updates

The Sydney Sixers will battle out with the Adelaide Strikers in the Challenger of the BBL 2021/22 on Wednesday. The SIX vs STR contest would be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground on 26 January. Sydney Sixers lost to Perth Scorchers by 48 runs in the Qualifier. Chasing a target of 198, the Sixers were bowled out for 140 only. However, they will be getting one more shot to reach the finals through this match. The Sixers’ have a 4-1 win-loss record against Strikers in the last 5 meetings, therefore they will be once again the favorites going into this game.

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Adelaide Strikers, on the other hand, have continued their winning streak in the playoffs. They have won 6 games on the trot. On the way to the Challenger, the team defeated Sydney Thunder by six runs in the knockout after beating Hobart Hurricanes by 22 runs in the elimination game. The winner of this match will play against Perth Scorchers in the Final on 28 January.

SIX VS STR

Match Details

Date: 26-Jan-2022

Time: 1:55 PM IST and 7:25 PM Local Time

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Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Where to watch:  Sony Sports Network and Sony Liv App

Pitch report

The pitch had support for the batters in the last few matches here. The bowlers have not received any help from the wicket. The bowlers have to use their skills to contain runs and look for wickets. The team batting first will be looking to score 180+.

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Weather Forecast

Conditions will be pleasant throughout the SIX vs STR contest. The temperature will be hovering around 22-24 degrees Celsius. There will be no interruptions in the game as the weather will remain clear.

Top Picks for SIX vs STR Dream 11

Moises Henriques is a match-winner and an experienced campaigner for the Sixers in this competition. In 13 matches in this year’s BBL, he has scored 420 runs at an average of 42, with the highest score of 76*.

Matthew Short is the second-highest run-scorer in this tournament. In 15 matches, he has scored 487 runs at an average of 34.78. In addition to this, he has also picked up 8 wickets.

Hayden Kerr has taken the most wickets for Sixers in this year’s BBL. In 14 matches, he has picked up 24 wickets at an economy of 7.34, with the best figures of 4 for 32. He is a must-pick for this game.

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Peter Siddle is the highest wicket-taker in this tournament. In 16 matches, he has bagged 29 wickets with the best figures of 5 for 23. The veteran pacer will be once again looking to win the game for his team.

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 1 For SIX vs STR

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 1 For SIX vs STR

Batters Moises Henriques (c), Jonathan Wells, Justin Avendano,

Bowlers – Steve O’Keefe, Ben Dwarshuis, Peter Siddle

All-rounders Dan Christian, Travis Head, Matthew Short (vc),

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Wicket-Keeper – Alex Carey, Josh Philippe

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 2 For SIX vs STR

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 2 For SIX vs STR

Batters – Moises Henriques, Jonathan Wells, Ian Cockbain,

Bowlers – Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr

All-rounders – Sean Abbott, Matthew Short

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Wicket-Keeper Alex Carey (vc), Josh Philippe (c)

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Probable XI for SIX vs STR

Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), Justin Avendano, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Nicholas Bertus, Dan Christian, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Lyon, Steve O’Keefe

Strikers: Alex Carey (wk), Matthew Short, Travis Head, Ian Cockbain, Matt Renshaw, Jonathan Wells, Thomas Kelly, Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle (c), Harry Conway, Fawad Ahmed

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Who will Win- Match Prediction

Looking at the current form and team combination, SIX is expected to win this game and book their place in the finals. However, STR has been the underdogs in this tournament, therefore SIX may have to work very hard for a win.

Disclaimer: The team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and instincts. You can choose your team by considering the points above and making your own decision accordingly.