Match 25 of the Big Bash League 2025-26 brings a crucial clash between Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder.
The match will be played at the iconic Adelaide Oval on Tuesday afternoon.
Both teams are under pressure at this stage of the tournament, especially Sydney Thunder, who are almost on the brink of elimination.
Match Preview
Sydney Thunder were finalists in the previous BBL season, but their campaign in BBL 2025-26 has gone completely off track. They are currently bottom of the points table with just one win from six matches. To stay alive in the tournament, Thunder must win all their remaining games, which makes this match extremely important.
Captain David Warner smashed a brilliant century in the last match, but Thunder still failed to defend a huge total of 206 runs. This clearly shows that their bowling and middle order remain major concerns.
Adelaide Strikers have also struggled, losing three of their last four matches. However, they have shown better fight compared to Thunder and now play at home, which gives them a clear advantage.
STR vs THU Match Details
| Match | Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
| Match No. | Match 25 |
| Date | January 6, 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Time | 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Adelaide Strikers | 12 |
| Sydney Thunder | 10 |
| No Result | 2 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Adelaide Strikers | W, L, L, W, L |
| Sydney Thunder | L, W, L, L, L |
Pitch & Weather Report – Adelaide Oval
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly |
| Best For | Fast bowlers |
| Chasing Record | Average |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 158 |
| Temperature | 33–35°C |
| Humidity | 10–20% |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
Pitch Insight:
Adelaide Oval offers good bounce and pace, making it ideal for stroke-play. Fast bowlers get early movement, while batters enjoy value for shots once set.
Ground Stats (T20s)
| Record | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Batting First Wins | 11 |
| Batting Second Wins | 8 |
| Tie / No Result | 1 |
| Highest Score | 241/4 |
| Lowest Score | 66/10 |
Predicted Playing XI
Adelaide Strikers
- Matthew Short (c)
- Chris Lynn
- Mackenzie Harvey (wk)
- Jason Sangha
- Liam Scott
- Harry Manenti
- Jamie Overton
- Jerrssis Wadia
- Luke Wood
- Lloyd Pope
- Tabraiz Shamsi
Sydney Thunder
- Tim Ward
- Mitchell Owen
- Rehan Ahmed
- Ben McDermott
- Nikhil Chaudhary
- Matthew Wade (wk)
- Chris Jordan
- Will Prestwidge
- Nathan Ellis (c)
- Rishad Hossain
- Riley Meredith
Dream11 Fantasy Picks
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- David Warner
- Chris Lynn
- Jamie Overton
- Matthew Wade
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Matthew Short
- Rehan Ahmed
- Liam Scott
- Ben McDermott
Fantasy Tip:
Adelaide Oval suits top-order batters and pace-bowling all-rounders. Avoid too many Thunder bowlers due to recent poor form.
STR vs THU Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Sydney Thunder are heavily dependent on David Warner, and apart from him, there has been very little support from the rest of the batting unit. Their bowling has also leaked runs consistently, making it difficult to defend even big totals.
Adelaide Strikers, despite inconsistency, have shown more balance and intent, and playing at home further strengthens their chances.
Match Prediction: Adelaide Strikers to win
Injury Updates
| Team | Injury Status |
|---|---|
| Sydney Thunder | No injury concerns |
| Adelaide Strikers | No injury concerns |
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