Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Prediction, and Betting Tips

Match no. 22 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 is set to be played between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Thunder on January 03 at Perth Stadium. Scorchers currently stands at 2nd position in the points table with three wins in five matches while Thunder ranked just one place below Scorchers at 3 with three wins in four matches. Both teams won their last two matches back to back. This match is going to be an exciting contest in Perth. Check out the Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder prediction.
Perth Scorchers featuring players like Cooper Connolly, Finn Allen, Ashton Turner, Jason Behrendorff, and Jhye Richardson won their last two games against Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers after losing the previous two to Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Renegades. On the other hand, Sydney Thunder boasting players like David Warner, Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Billings, Wes Agar, and Daniel Sams won three matches against Adelaide Strikers, Melbourne Stars, Melbourne Stars and lost one to Sydney Sixers.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder prediction: Scorchers to win
Key Stats
- Perth Scorchers won 3 out of their first 5 matches.
- Sydney Thunder won 3 out of their first 4 games.
- Scorchers defeated Thunder in their previous encounter by 7 wickets.
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Match Prediction: The match is going to be a close contest between two in-form teams featuring players like Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Cameron Bancroft, David Warner, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Daniel Sams, and Chris Green. However, Perth Scorchers are expected to win this match having a better bowling lineup and in-form batters like Connolly and Allen.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Odds
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- Sydney Thunder –
Most Recent H2H and Pitch Report
Winning team | Won by | Date |
Perth Scorchers | 7 wickets | 08 Jan 2024 |
Perth Scorchers | 9 wickets | 13 Jan 2023 |
Sydney Thunder | 6 wickets | 04 Jan 2023 |
Sydney Thunder | 6 wickets | 06 Jan 2022 |
Sydney Thunder | 34 runs | 28 Dec 2021 |
Pitch Report
The 22nd match of the BBL 2024-25, Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder is set to be played at Perth Stadium, Perth. The pitch here is a good batting surface and offers extra bounce and pace for bowlers.
Results of last two T20 matches played at Perth Stadium
Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat (Dec 26, 2024) – Perth Scorchers won by 33 runs
Perth Scorchers | 165/6 |
Brisbane Heat | 132/10 |
Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers (Dec 15, 2024) – Perth Scorchers won by 6 wickets
Melbourne Stars | 146/9 |
Perth Scorchers | 150/4 |
Perth Scorchers preview
Perth Scorchers led by Ashton Turner currently standing in 2nd position in the points table with 3 wins in 5 matches. The team features prominent names like Cooper Connolly, Finn Allen, Jason Behrendorff, and Jhye Richardson. The team is performing well in both the batting and bowling departments. They defeated Adelaide Strikers by 7 wickets thanks to the outstanding performances of Connolly, Jason Behrendorff, and Jhye Richardson.
Predicted XI: Matty Hurst, Finn Allen, Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Turner, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Andrew Tye
Sydney Thunder preview
Sydney Thunder led by David Warner currently ranks 3rd in the table with three wins in four matches. The team features players like David Warner, Sherfane Rutherford, Sam Billings, Wes Agar, and Daniel Sams. They defeated Melbourne Renegades in their last match by 8 runs thanks to match-winning inning David Warner of 87* of just 57 balls. However other batters need to step up.
Predicted XI: Cameron Bancroft, David Warner, Sherfane Rutherford, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings, Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Tom Andrews, Lockie Ferguson
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Player to watch: Cooper Connolly
Cooper Connolly is a key player for Perth Scorchers. The batter is currently the top run-getter in BBL 2024-25 scoring 229 runs in 5 matches with a 57.25 average. His amazing skills and consistency makes him player to watch in this match.