Challenger, SIX vs THU Match Prediction – Who will win BBL 2025
CricketPanditThe two sides have already met twice this season.
The Challenger of the Big Bash League 2024-25 will be played between Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday, January 24.
The fierce Sydney derby clash will decide which side will compete against Hobart Hurricanes in the final of the BBL. The two teams were involved in a thriller of a contest last month in a league stage encounter, with this fixture anticipated to be yet another adrenaline-fuelled one.
Match Details
| Match | Sydney Sixers vs Sydney Thunder, Challenger, BBL 2024-25 |
| Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney |
| Date & Time | Friday, January 24, 1:45 pm (IST) |
| Live Broadcast & Streaming Details | Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The track at the SCG tends to slow down as the game progresses. Spinners are expected to obtain purchase from the pitch. Batting might get tough during the course of the match. As a result, opting to bat first is expected to be the choice of the captain, calling it correctly at the toss.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 27 |
| Won by Sydney Sixers | 18 |
| Won by Sydney Thunder | 07 |
| No Result | 02 |
| First-ever Fixture | January 08, 2012 |
| Most-recent Fixture | January 17, 2025
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Predicted Playing XIs
Sydney Sixers: Kurtis Patterson, Josh Philippe (wk), Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Ben Manenti, Mitchell Perry, Jafer Chohan
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Hugh Weibgen, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), Oliver Davies, George Garton, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tom Andrews, Wes Agar, Tanveer Sangha
Probable Top Performers
Probable Best Batter: David Warner
In general, Warner has been in terrific form this season. However, the past three games have not been the best for him. He could be expected to play a captain’s knock to get his team to the final, since he carries a vast experience of playing knockout stages of multiple domestic as well as international tournaments.
Probable Best Bowler: Chris Green
In the last two outings with the ball, Green has taken four wickets and his economy rate of 5.91 in these games has made him stand out and wreak havoc in the middle. The Thunders leg-spinner can be anticipating to carry his good form with the ball in hand to have another positive impact in the all-important game.
Today’s Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder to win the match
Scenario 1
Sydney Thunder win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay: 45-55
THU: 170-190
Sydney Thunder win the match.
Scenario 2
Sydney Sixers win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay: 35-45
THU: 155-175
Sydney Thunder win the match.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
