Match 31 of BBL12 Preview: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars
In this matchup, the Sydney Sixers will go head to head with the Melbourne Stars in the 31st match of the Big Bash League 2022/23 season. The Sydney Sixers will be looking to build on their victory over the Melbourne Stars in the previous match, where Beau Webster scored 78 runs for the Melbourne Stars and Hayden Kerr took two wickets for 26 runs in 4 overs for the Sydney Sixers. Captain Moises Henriques scored 52 off 32 balls for the Sydney Sixers, while Adam Zampa took one wicket and gave up 21 runs in 4 overs for the Melbourne Stars. The match will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with the Melbourne Stars looking to defend their home turf.
“The Sydney Sixers will be facing off against the Melbourne Stars in match 31 of BBL12 on January 2023 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). In the previous match, the Sydney Sixers defeated the Melbourne Stars by 7 wickets at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Beau Webster scored 78 runs for the Melbourne Stars, while Hayden Kerr took two wickets for 26 runs in 4 overs for the Sydney Sixers. Moises Henriques, captain of the Sydney Sixers, scored 52 off 32 balls with a strike rate of 162.50. Adam Zampa took one wicket and gave up 21 runs in 4 overs for the Melbourne Stars. The Melbourne Stars will now be facing the Sydney Sixers at their home ground.”
Sydney Sixers Standing in BBL12
In the BBL12 season, the Sydney Sixers have played a total of eight matches. They have had mixed results, with four wins, three losses, and one match ending without a result. Their current point total is nine, which places them in third place on the points table.
The Sydney Sixers had a rough start to their BBL campaign, losing their first two matches. However, they were able to bounce back and win four consecutive matches. Their losses have come against the Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat, and Perth Scorchers. On the other hand, they have been successful against the Renegades and Melbourne Stars, as well as the Hobart Hurricanes.
As they prepare to face off against the Melbourne Stars in the upcoming SIX vs STA match, the Sydney Sixers will be looking to continue their winning streak and climb higher on the points table.
Match Results for the Sydney Sixers in BBL12:
- December 14, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers – Adelaide Strikers won by 51 runs
- December 17, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Perth Scorchers – Perth Scorchers won by 38 runs
- December 22, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes – Sydney Sixers won by 6 runs
- December 27, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars – Sydney Sixers won by 7 wickets
- December 28, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades – Sydney Sixers won by 34 runs
- December 30, 2022: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades – Sydney Sixers won by 6 wickets
- January 1, 2023: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat – Brisbane Heat won by 15 runs
- January 4, 2023: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat – No result”
Standing of the Melbourne Stars in BBL12
In the BBL12 season, the Melbourne Stars have played a total of seven matches. They have had a tough time, with two wins and five losses. Their current point total is four, which places them at the bottom of the points table.
The Melbourne Stars have had some successes, with wins against the Hobart Hurricanes and the Adelaide Strikers. However, they have struggled against the Perth Scorchers, losing both of their matches against them. They have also suffered defeats at the hands of the Melbourne Renegades, Sydney Sixers, and Sydney Thunder.
As the Melbourne Stars prepare for their upcoming match against the Sydney Sixers, they will be looking to turn their fortunes around and climb the points table
Match Results for the Melbourne Stars in BBL12:
- December 13, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder – Sydney Thunder won by 1 wicket
- December 16, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes – Melbourne Stars won by 38 runs
- December 23, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers – Perth Scorchers won by 61 runs
- December 26, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers – Sydney Sixers won by 7 wickets
- December 29, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers – Perth Scorchers won by 6 wickets
- December 31, 2022: Melbourne Stars vs Adelaide Strikers – Melbourne Stars won by 8 runs
- January 3, 2023: Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades – Melbourne Renegades won by 33 runs
Match Details:
- Teams: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars
- Date: January 6, 2023
- Match: 31 (BBL12)
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne
- Time: 6:30pm (local), 1:00pm (IST)
Key batsman for Sydney Sixers
| Player | Match | Runs | Ave | SR | HS |
| J Silk | 8 | 182 | 36.40 | 123.8 | 41 |
| H Kerr | 8 | 115 | 28.75 | 141.97 | 42 |
| JM Vince | 8 | 167 | 27.83 | 119.28 | 41 |
| JR Philippe | 8 | 160 | 22.85 | 141.59 | 55 |
| KR Patterson | 8 | 129 | 21.50 | 116.21 | 38 |
Key Bowlers for the Sydney Sixers:
| Player | Match | WKT | ECO | SR | BB |
| SA Abbot | 7 | 10 | 9.95 | 14.4 | 3/37 |
| Hayden Kerr | 8 | 11 | 9.00 | 15.2 | 2/25 |
| O’Keefe | 4 | 6 | 5.84 | 13.0 | 3/26 |
| JM Bird | 5 | 6 | 6.94 | 19.0 | 3/26 |
Key Batsmen for the Melbourne Stars:
| Player | Match | Runs | Ave | SR | HS |
| JM Clark | 7 | 232 | 38.66 | 134.10 | 101* |
| NCR Larkin | 7 | 136 | 27.20 | 107.93 | 48* |
| Beau Webster | 7 | 124 | 22.85 | 121.21 | 78 |
| HWR Cartwright | 7 | 124 | 20.66 | 105.98 | 36 |
| MP Stoinis | 6 | 94 | 15.66 | 144.61 | 74 |
Key Bowlers for the Melbourne Stars:
| Player | Match | WKT | ECO | SR | BB |
| L wood | 7 | 13 | 8.58 | 12.6 | 5/50 |
| Adam Zampa | 7 | 8 | 6.85 | 21.0 | 3/27 |
| Coulter-Nile | 7 | 8 | 6.85 | 21.0 | 3/27 |
| Beau Webster | 7 | 5 | 6.69 | 20.6 | 2/19 |
Dream11 Prediction for SIX vs STA, Match 31 of BBL12:
Captain: Hayden Kerr
Vice Captain: Joe Clark
Wicketkeeper: Josh Philippe, Joe Clarke
Batsmen: Jordan Silk, James Vince, Nick Larkin (C), Tom Rogers
Bowlers: Sean Abbott, L Wood, Adam Zampa
All-Rounders: Hayden Kerr, Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis”
Other Stats and Facts: SIX vs STA Match 123 BBL 12
Head-to-Head Stats: Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars
Matches played: 19
Sydney Sixers wins: 12
Melbourne Stars wins: 7
Match Prediction SIX vs STA match 12 BBL12 :
Sydney Sixers have more chances of winning.
Pitch Report and Weather for SIX vs STA, Match 31 of BBL12:
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has hosted two matches in BBL12 so far – Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades. The Melbourne Stars were able to secure a win against the Hurricanes, while they lost to the Renegades. Spin is expected to play a key role in this match, with Adam Zampa expected to be a key bowler. In the previous match at the MCG, Joe Clark scored a century for the Melbourne Stars. The average score for teams batting first at the MCG in BBL12 has been 162.
Weather report Melbourne on January 6, 2023
In terms of weather, it is expected to be mostly sunny with southeasterly winds increasing in the early afternoon. There is a 0% chance of rain and the temperature is expected to range between 13 and 26 degrees Celsius.
