As the Big Bash League 2023 enters its final leg, the clash between the Perth Scorchers (SCO) and Sydney Sixers (SIX) takes centre stage in what is essentially a dress rehearsal for the upcoming playoffs. With the top four teams already securing their spots in the tournament’s later stages, every remaining league game holds significance for team standings.
Currently occupying the second spot on the table with 13 points from nine games, the Perth Scorchers are eager to solidify their position by clinching a victory in their last league match. The defending champions have exhibited consistent performances throughout the season, suffering only two defeats.
The Sydney Sixers, on the other hand, aim to surpass the Scorchers and secure the second position. After a sluggish start to the season, the Sixers found their rhythm and climbed to the top of the table, showcasing their resilience and potential. The upcoming clash promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a favourable position heading into the playoffs, adding an extra layer of excitement to this BBL showdown.
SCO vs SIX: Match Details
Match: Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers, match 39, BBL 2023-24
Venue: Perth Stadium
Date & Time: January 16th, 2:10 PM IST
Streaming Details: Star Sports Network and Hotstar
SCO vs SIX: Pitch Report
The venue offers a bowling-friendly pitch, as evident from the seven matches played here. Teams bowling first have claimed victory in five instances, while teams batting first have won twice. The average score on this pitch stands at 133. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss could be advantageous for the teams.
Meanwhile, the weather in Perth is expected to be clear on match day. The anticipated temperature is around 27°C with a humidity level of 32% and a wind speed of 9.9 km/h. Visibility is excellent at 10 KM. Fortunately, there is no precipitation in the forecast during the game, providing ideal conditions for an uninterrupted and exciting match between the Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers.
SCO vs SIX: Head-to-Head Records
| Matches played | 27 |
| Perth Scorchers won | 17 |
| Sydney Sixers won | 10 |
SCO vs SIX: Probable playing XI
Perth Scorchers: Steve Eskinazi, Sam Whiteman, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Laurie Evans, Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, and Lance Morris
Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe, James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Toddy Murphy, and Steve O’Keefe
SCO vs SIX: Squad
Perth Scorchers: Steve Eskinazi, Sam Whiteman, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Laurie Evans, Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Hamish Mckenzie, Sam Fanning, Cameron Gannon, and Matthew Kelly.
Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe, James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Toddy Murphy, Steve O Keefe, Tom Curran, Steve Smith, Alex Ross, Matthew Gilkes, Gurinder Sandhu, Liam Doddrell, William Salzmann, and Jason Sangha
SCO vs SIX Dream11 fantasy report
Grand League
SCO vs SIX Dream11 GL
Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe and Josh Inglis
Batters: James Vince, Steve Smith
Allrounders: Aaron Hardie (C), Ashton Agar, H Kerr (VC), J Edwards
Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Ben Dwarshuis, and Sean Abbott
Head-to-head
SCO vs SIX Dream11 Head-to-head
Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe and Josh Inglis
Batters: James Vince, Steve Smith (VC), L Evans
Allrounders: Aaron Hardie (C), H Kerr, J Edwards
Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Ben Dwarshuis, and Andrew Tye
