SIX vs THU, BBL|14 Challenger: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Match Report | Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder

Challenger match of Big Bash League (BBL) | 14 promises an electrifying showdown between Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the legendary Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Both teams compete for survival, and the winner gets the coveted place in the final Hobart Hurricanes at Bellerive Oval in Hobart.
Challenger clash: Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder
Headed by Moises HenriquesThe Sydney Sixers finished the group stage in second place in the points table with 14 points. Despite their strong performance throughout the tournament, the Sixers faced a setback in their last encounter, losing to the Hobart Hurricanes by 12 runs in the qualifiers. However, their second place in the standings gives them a lifeline for the title fight.
Under the leadership David WarnerSydney Thunder secured third place with 12 points in the group stage. The Thunder went into the Challenger clash with confidence after the loss Melbourne Stars for 21 runs in the Eliminator match. Their recent form and determination make them a formidable opponent for the Sixers.
This will mark the third meeting between the rivals of these two teams in BBL 14. The Sixers claimed victory in their first encounter with a 5-wicket victory while the second match was abandoned due to rain. With the stakes higher than ever, both teams will be eager to settle the score and secure their place in the final.
Match details: BBL|14 Challenger
- Date and time: Jan 24, 8:15am GMT/ 1:45pm IST/ 7:15pm local
- Place of action: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Sydney Cricket Ground Report:
The Sydney Cricket Ground is known for its unpredictable and exciting T20 cricket. Initially, the pitch might favor bowlers with a combination of pace and spin due to its slow nature and uneven bounce. However, as the game progresses, the pitch should become more batting friendly, with the ball coming onto the bat more easily. Consequently, teams who win the toss are likely to prefer to kick first, with the aim of setting up a challenging target and putting early pressure on their opponents
Picking SIX vs THU Dream11 Predictions:
- Gatekeeper: Sam Billings
- Butters: Moises Henriques, David Warner, Jordan Silk, Oliver Davies,
- Versatile players: Ben Dwarshuis, Chris Green, Jack Edwards
- Bowlers: Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Mitchell Perry
SIX vs THU Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: David Warner (c), Moises Henriques (vc)
Choice 2: Jordan Silk (c), Chris Green (vc)
Also READ: Twitter Reactions: Nathan McAndrew’s exceptional bowling power propels Sydney Thunder to victory over Melbourne Stars in BBL|14 Eliminator
SIX vs THU Dream11 Backup Predictions:
Josh Philippe, Hayden Kerr, Matthew Gilkes, Wes Agar
SIX vs THU Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 24, 8:15 GMT):
Determine:
Sydney Sixers: Kurtis Patterson, Josh Philippe
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