SIX vs THU Head To Head Ahead Of The 37th Match In BBL 14

Akshita Patel

Sydney Sixers to face Sydney Thunder in crucial BBL clash [Source: @BBL/X.com]Sydney Sixers to face Sydney Thunder in crucial BBL clash [Source: @BBL/X.com]

Big Bash League 2024-25 season is set to host the Sydney derby. Sydney Sixers will clash with Sydney Thunder on January 17 at Sydney Cricket Ground starting from 1.45 PM IST.

Sydney Sixers

Sydney Sixers have qualified for the playoffs and are seated at the top of the table with 13 points in nine games. Steven Smith’s scintillating form has been the talk of the tournament. His unbeaten 121 and a solid half-century have revitalised the Sixers' batting. However, this being Smith's last game before he leaves for international duty, the onus will be on Josh Philippe and Moises Henriques to maintain the momentum. 

Sydney Thunder

Sydney Thunder also has qualified to the playoffs. David Warner’s leadership and consistent batting have been pivotal, complemented by Sam Billings' aggressive middle-order contributions. The Thunder's bowling attack, led by Chris Green, has been in top form, with Tanveer Sangha adding a spin dimension. Wes Agar and Nathan McAndrew’s wicket-taking ability further bolster their arsenal. 

SIX vs THU Head to head in BBL

Sydney Sixers have locked horns with Sydney Thunder 26 times in previous BBL seasons. The Sixers hold an edge with 18 victories whereas Thunder won 7 games. 

Matches Played
Sydney Sixers Won
Sydney Thunder Won
No Result
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SIX vs THU Head to head at SCG

The Sydney Cricket Ground has hosted 11 contests between Sixers and Thunders. The Sixers dominated nine of those games whereas Thunders settled with two victories.

Matches Played
Sydney Sixers Won
Sydney Thunder Won
No Result
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SIX vs THU: What happened when they last played?

Sydney Sixers earlier faced Sydney Thunder in the eighth fixture of the BBL 2024-25 season. Bancroft’s 70 off 52 balls powered the Thunder to a 163 runs total in the first inning. Oliver Davies also contributed with 47 off 34 balls. 

The second inning began on a good note for the Sixers, but two crucial runs out of James Vince and Jack Edwards put the Sixers on the backfoot. The match was pushed into the final over and was heading for a dramatic finish. However, it was Ben Dwarshuis who slammed a heroic 20* off 8 balls to lead the Sixers towards a very thrilling five-wicket win.