Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide, Knockout BBL 2021/22 – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

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Match Prediction – ST vs AS, 59th Match BBL 2021/22, Knockout – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Sydney Thunder will take on Adelaide Strikers in the knockout match of the Big Bash League 2021/22. Sydney Thunder have secured passage to the BBL11 Finals after qualifying from the third position in the league. Meanwhile, Adelaide Strikers overcame Hobart Hurricanes in the Eliminator fixture.

Sydney Thunder have had a pretty great campaign so far. They finished third in the league table but despite having the same number of points (35) as their rivals Sydney Sixers, they failed to qualify for second place because of a worse net run rate of +0.725. Thunder will be ruing their chances as qualifying from second position would’ve handed them two opportunities to seal their spot in the final.

With that being said, Sydney Thunder will fancy their chances against Adelaide Strikers, a side they’ve beaten twice already this season. Thunder ended their league stage campaign with a win against Renegades by the narrowest of margins (1 run). Gurinder Sandhu kept his nerves and not only did he defend eight runs in the final over but also picked up three wickets including the important wicket of Aaron Finch who had been on song in the game. That majestic final over allowed Thunder to end on a high and morale in the camp will be high following the gritty victory.

Adelaide Strikers have had a spectacular turnaround in the second half of the campaign. At one point, they had been struggling at the bottom of the table but they managed to turn it around pretty quickly and are on a five-game winning streak. Strikers secured BBL Finals qualification from the fourth place in the table.

They were up against fifth-placed Hobart Hurricanes in the Eliminator contest. Matt Short and Alex Carey were sensational with the bat and helped the team post a total of 188/6. Short finished with 11 runs short of a century. Hobart Hurricanes never got going in the run-chase as experienced campaigner Peter Siddle picked up four wickets to rock the side. Strikers secured a 22-run victory and will now set their sights towards Sydney Thunder.

Sydney Thunder dominate the head-to-head record between the two sides. They have won nine games compared to Adelaide Strikers’ seven wins. Thunder have also won four of the last five matches played between the two teams.

Head-to-head record

Wins : Sydney Thunder 9, Adelaide Strikers 7

Last 5 matches: Sydney Thunder 4, Adelaide Strikers 1

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Who will win today’s match – Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers, Knockout Match BBL 2021/22?

Adelaide Strikers are on a brilliant run of form and have hit the purple patch at the right time this season. They were marvellous once again in their recent win over Hobart Hurricanes in the eliminator. The return of Travis Head and Alex Carey has only strengthened the side.

Although Sydney Thunder possess a pretty strong side on paper and have already beaten Strikers twice this season, their opponents are expected to have the edge in this knockout fixture.

Sydney Thunder will be buoyed by the return of Usman Khawaja who had scored two centuries in the two innings of the drawn SCG Test against England. Lachlan Hearne, Sam Whiteman and Arjun Nair are the local replacement players in the squad.

Adelaide Strikers have announced a 16-man squad for the knockout clash against Sydney Thunder. The extended squad remains unchanged following the win over Hobart Hurricanes.

Adelaide Strikers seem to possess the Midas touch at the moment where everything they touch turns into gold. Strikers are on an astounding five-game winning streak following the difficulties at the beginning of the season. There will be no shortage of confidence in the camp.

Game changers for Sydney Thunder vs Adelaide Strikers, 53 ^rd Match BBL 2021/22

All eyes will be on Sydney Thunder duo of Daniel Sams and Jason Sangha. Usman Khawaja and Alex Hales are also capable of wreaking havoc at the top of the order.

Adelaide Strikers will be able to count on several in-form batters in Matt Short, Jonathan Wells, Alex Carey, Ian Cockbain and Travis Head. Besides, Peter Siddle has been phenomenal with the ball.

Who will be the best match bowler?

Peter Siddle is the highest wicket-taker in the Big Bash League this season and he will be hoping to extend his lead at the top of the charts. The veteran bowler has picked up 27 wickets at an average of 17.14. He has picked up one four-wicket-haul and one fifer this season.

Who will win today’s man of the match?

Jason Sangha and Daniel Sams have been in top form and will be the top contenders to win the man of the match award. Matt Short, Peter Siddle and Alex Carey also capable of match-winning performances.

Who will be the best batsman for Adelaide Strikers?

Matt Short has climbed to the spot of the third highest-scorer in BBL11 following a fiery knock against Hobart Hurricanes in the last game. Short has amassed 448 runs in 14 games at an average close to 35. He has a terrific strike rate of 157.74.

Who will be the best batsman for Sydney Thunder?

Jason Sangha has been fantastic for Sydney Thunder this season. The right-hander has amassed 384 runs in 11 matches at a healthy average of 48.00 and a strike rate of 130.6. Sangha will be looking to have a major say following a poor outing in the last game.

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