SIX vs THU Dream11 Prediction, BBL 14: Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder Fantasy XI, Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

SIX vs THU Dream11 Prediction, BBL: The 37th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 14 will feature a thrilling showdown between Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 17 (Friday).

Sydney Sixers, led by Moises Henriques, are currently second on the points table with six wins, two defeats, and one no-result. Meanwhile, David Warner's Sydney Thunder are third, with five wins, three defeats, and one no-result. Both teams will aim for victory to climb up the table.

Match Information

• Date: January 17, 2025
• Time: 1:45 PM IST
• Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
• Broadcast: Star Sports Network
• Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The surface at the Sydney Cricket Ground is known for producing high-scoring encounters. Teams batting first should aim for a total above 180. Pacers will find assistance with the new ball, while spinners could be impactful in the middle overs. The weather is expected to be cloudy with a temperature of 19.8°C and 72% humidity, with a slight chance of rain.

Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder Preview

Sydney Sixers

Sydney Sixers have been in excellent form this season, winning six of their nine matches. Key players like Moises Henriques and Steve Smith have been instrumental in their success. Ben Dwarshuis has led the bowling attack, picking up 12 wickets in eight matches.

Sydney Thunder

David Warner's leadership has been exceptional, as he currently tops the run charts with 324 runs at an average of 54. Spinner Chris Green has also shone, taking 11 wickets. Youngster Sam Konstas is a rising star, adding crucial runs at a strike rate of 140.

Key Players

• David Warner: 324 runs in eight matches, including three half-centuries.
• Steve Smith: 173 runs in just two matches, with a strike rate of 182.10.
• Ben Dwarshuis: 12 wickets in eight matches at an average of 23.42.
• Chris Green: 11 wickets in eight matches at an average of 20.63.

SIX vs THU Dream11 Prediction

Wicketkeepers:

Josh Philippe

Batters:

David Warner, Steve Smith, Sam Konstas

All-rounders:

Moises Henriques, Chris Green, Hayden Kerr

Bowlers:

Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mohammad Hasnain

Captain Choices:

David Warner, Steve Smith

Vice-Captain Choices:

Chris Green, Moises Henriques

Team News

No major injury updates have been reported for either team. Both squads are expected to field their best XI.

Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XI

Sydney Sixers:

Josh Philippe (wk), Steve Smith, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Jafer Chohan, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy

Sydney Thunder:

Sam Konstas, David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), George Garton, Hugh Weibgen, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tom Andrews, Tanvir Sangha, Mohammad Hasnain

Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder Full Squads

Sydney Sixers:

Josh Philippe (wk), Steve Smith, Kurtis Patterson, James Vince, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy, Mitchell Perry, Joel Davies, Lachlan Shaw, Jafer Chohan

Sydney Thunder:

David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Oliver Davies, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), George Garton, Hugh Weibgen, Chris Green, Daniel Christian, Tom Andrews, Wes Agar, Mohammad Hasnain, Liam Hatcher, Nathan McAndrew