Who Will Win Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers?
After suffering two consecutive defeats, Sydney Thunder will look to bounce back in the competition when they go up against the high-flying Perth Scorchers in the 25th fixture of the Big Bash League 2017/18. The match is scheduled to be played on January 11 at the Sydney Showground Stadium. Live action will begin at 7:40 PM local time.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers: Where to watch/Live streaming
TV channels: Sony Six, Fox Sports, BT Sport
Live streaming: Bet365, Sony Liv
Read on for team analysis, betting odds, betting tips and match prediction for Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers, BBL 2017/18....
Sydney Thunder Team News & Playing 11
Usman Khawaja is set to return from international duty. The left-handed batsman has top-scored seven times in the last eight matches he has played for the Thunder. There will also be high expectations form skipper Shane Watson who is amongst the BBL 07 leading run-getters. Mitchell McClenaghan will be the main threat in this pace attack while Fawad Ahmed and Arjun Nair will be the go-to bowlers when it comes to spin. All three have taken eight wickets each in six matches.
Sydney Thunder Predicted Playing 11
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Shane Watson (c), Usman Khawaja, Kurtis Patterson, Callum Ferguson, James Vince, Jay Lenton (wk), Arjun Nair, Chris Green, Gurinder Sandhu, Mitchell McClenaghan, Fawad Ahmed
Perth Scorchers Team News & Playing 11
Ashton Turner has been the most impressive of all the batsmen in this line-up. The top-order batsman smacked a 32-ball 70 to guide the Scorchers to victory against Melbourne Renegades in the last game. The team will also hope for vital contributions from Michael Klinger and Adam Voges. Tim Bresnan is a fresh face in the side and he will be a key figure due to his allround abilities. Mitchell Johnson has taken seven wickets in five matches and he will be Perth's go-to bowler in the absence of Andrew Tye who is away for national duty.
Perth Scorchers Predicted Playing 11
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Adam Voges (c), Cameron Bancroft, Michael Klinger, Hilton Cartwright, Ashton Turner, Tim Bresnan, Ashton Agar, Josh Inglis (wk), Mitchell Johnson, Joel Paris, Matthew Kelly/Haydan Morton
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Betting Odds
Perth Scorchers are favorites amongst the bookmakers to win this match at odds of 1.55 on Betfair, 1.62 on Unibet, 1.65 on Ladbrokes and 1.57 each on Bet365 and Betway. They are currently leading the ladder with five wins and just one loss in six league games. Sydney Thunder are sixth on the points table after winning two and losing four out of six matches. They are the underdogs for this game at a high price of 2.32 on Betfair, 2.30 on Unibet, 2.25 on Ladbrokes and 2.37 each on Bet365 and Betway.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Prediction
Sydney Thunder are playing on their home ground, but having lost five of their last seven matches here is going to take away a lot of that home advantage. There is also going to be more pressure on them as they are coming off back-to-back defeats. The hosts have struggled with the bat in this year's BBL and it won't be easy for them to take on the strong bowling attack of Perth Scorchers. The Scorchers on the other hand have been impressive in both batting and bowling departments which is why we feel they have a better chance of winning this match.
Final Verdict: Back Perth Scorchers to beat Sydney Thunder at 1.55 on betfair, 1.62 on Unibet, 1.65 on Ladbrokes and 1.57 each on bet365 and Betway.
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