A cracker of a contest can be expected on Christmas Eve as the Sydney Thunder welcome the Sydney Sixers to the Spotless Stadium in the famous Sydney derby. The last time they played against each other was at the SCG in the last season. The Sixers had edged past the Thunder in a last ball thriller. As far as their record against each other go, the visitors have nine victories to their names as compared to four for the Thunder.
However, if recent records are to be taken into account, the Thunder have been the dominant force with four victories in their last six encounters. Both teams have played one match in this season so far and have got off to positive starts with commanding victories. As they gear up to take on each other in this high octane clash once again, fans can expect some more memories to savour for the coming time ahead.
Pitch and Weather Conditions: The pitch at the Spotless Stadium would be a batting beauty as ever. A high scoring contest can be expected with the weather remaining clear throughout the match as well.
Player Recommendations:
Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler (10.5 Cr)
The English wicket-keeper is a T20 gun and made for this format. He will open the innings as well which makes him rich in fantasy potential. He scored a brisk 22 in the last match before being dismissed and looked good for the most part of his brief innings. He can be expected to
A cracker of a contest can be expected on Christmas Eve as the Sydney Thunder welcome the Sydney Sixers to the Spotless Stadium in the famous Sydney derby. The last time they played against each other was at the SCG in the last season. The Sixers had edged past the Thunder in a last ball thriller. As far as their record against each other go, the visitors have nine victories to their names as compared to four for the Thunder.
However, if recent records are to be taken into account, the Thunder have been the dominant force with four victories in their last six encounters. Both teams have played one match in this season so far and have got off to positive starts with commanding victories. As they gear up to take on each other in this high octane clash once again, fans can expect some more memories to savour for the coming time ahead.
Pitch and Weather Conditions: The pitch at the Spotless Stadium would be a batting beauty as ever. A high scoring contest can be expected with the weather remaining clear throughout the match as well.
Player Recommendations:
Wicket-Keeper: Jos Buttler (10.5 Cr)
The English wicket-keeper is a T20 gun and made for this format. He will open the innings as well which makes him rich in fantasy potential. He scored a brisk 22 in the last match before being dismissed and looked good for the most part of his brief innings. He can be expected to make it big this time around.
Batsman: Shane Watson (10 Cr)
The former Australian all-rounder might have retired from international cricket but he is still going all guns blazing in T20 Leagues around the world. He doesn't bowl that often anymore but he opens the batting always. He played a steady innings of 22 in the previous match and was seen in red hot form in the practice matches too. Ignore him at your own peril.
All-rounder: Daniel Sams (8.5 Cr)
The Sydney Thunder all-rounder showed blazing form in the previous match as he smashed 34 runs off 21 deliveries with the bat and then picked up three wickets conceding just five runs in his two overs. He looks all set to make this season his own.
Bowler: Sean Abbott (9 Cr)
Abbott is one of the best bowlers that Sixers have. He registered bowling figures of 3 for 29 in their victory against Perth Scorchers in the previous match. His role with the ball will be crucial to their chances against the Thunder once again.
