Cricket Betting Tips and Fantasy Cricket Match Predictions: BBL 2023/24 Match 39 - Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers - Jan 16

Here are the Cricket Betting Tips and Fantasy Cricket Match Predictions for BBL 2023/24 Match 39 - Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers, which will be played in Perth, on January 16th.

Live Scores and Stats - Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Sixers

The Perth Scorchers will face off against the Sydney Sixers in the 39th match of the Big Bash League at the Perth Stadium.

The weather forecast predicts scattered clouds during the match, which could affect the gameplay.

Currently, the Perth Scorchers are placed at the 2nd spot in the Big Bash League points table. They have won 6 matches and lost 2 out of their 9 matches, earning them a total of 13 points with a Net Run Rate of 0.837.

On the other hand, the Sydney Sixers are placed at the 3rd spot with 5 wins and 2 losses from their 9 matches. They have accumulated 12 points with a Net Run Rate of 0.356.

Whoever wins this clash locks in their spot in the Qualifier final, against the Heat at Carrara Stadium on January 19. Not only does this grant a second chance in the upcoming finals series, but guarantees hosting rights for one of the season's final two games (The Challenger or The Final).

Scorchers: WLWLW

In terms of current form, the Perth Scorchers have been performing exceptionally well. In their previous match against the Brisbane Heat, the Scorchers emerged victorious by 35 runs.

Opting to bat first, the Scorchers put up a total of 158 runs, with Nick Hobson leading the charge with a brilliant knock of 42 runs. Andrew Tye showcased his exceptional bowling skills, taking 4 wickets for just 14 runs. The Scorchers ultimately secured the win, displaying their dominance throughout the match.

Sixers: WWLDD

As for the Sydney Sixers, their last match against the Sydney Thunder was a thrilling encounter. Winning the toss, the Thunder elected to bowl first. The Sixers managed to put up a total of 151 runs on the board, with Josh Philippe leading the batting charge with his impressive knock of 47 runs. Steve O'Keefe's superb bowling performance, taking 3 wickets for just 13 runs, played a crucial role in the Sixers' victory.

Key Players

Some key players to look out for in the match include Stephen Eskinazi and Laurie Evans for the Perth Scorchers, who have been consistently scoring runs. Andrew Tye has also been impressive with the ball, taking the highest number of wickets for the Scorchers.

For the Sydney Sixers, James Vince and Steven Smith have been performing well with the bat, while Sean Abbott has been leading the bowling attack by taking the highest number of wickets for the team.

Considering the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, our win predictor gives the Sydney Sixers a 53 percent chance of winning the match. The average first inning total at the venue is 173 runs.

With both teams in good form and a close match predicted, cricket fans can expect an exciting contest between the Perth Scorchers and the Sydney Sixers

Stat Attack and Milestones

Perth Scorchers have won six of their last seven BBL matches against the Sixers; their only defeat in that span was a six-run loss in January 2023.

Sydney Sixers have won four of their last five BBL matches outside NSW, including each of their last two; the last time the Sixers recorded a longer winning run outside their home state was a four-match span from January to December in 2021.

Perth Scorchers have won 17 of their last 18 BBL matches in Western Australia, including their last nine on the bounce – their longest winning run in their home state.

Josh Inglis (14) is one away from surpassing Shaun Marsh (14) for the most scores of 50+ for the Scorchers in BBL history.

Steve O'Keefe (97) is three away from becoming the third player to take 100 wickets for the Sydney Sixers in BBL history (Sean Abbott 151 and Ben Dwarshuis 126).

Squads

Perth Scorchers: Aaron Hardie (c), Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly, Stephen Eskinazi (England), Laurie Evans (England), Sam Fanning, Cameron Gannon, Marcus Harris, Liam Haskett, Nick Hobson, Josh Inglis (vc), Matt Kelly, Hamish McKenzie, Lance Morris, Andrew Tye, Sam Whiteman

Sydney Sixers: Sean Abbott, Jackson Bird, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Todd Murphy, Stephen O'Keefe, Kurtis Patterson, Mitch Perry, Josh Philippe, Jordan Silk, James Vince (England)

Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – Perth Scorchers

Who will win? – Sydney Sixers

Top Batter (Runs Scored) –  Laurie Evans - Perth Scorchers, James Vince - Sydney Sixers

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) – Andrew TyePerth Scorchers, Ben  Dwarshuis - Sydney Sixers

Most Sixes –  Laurie Evans - Perth Scorchers, Daniel Hughes - Sydney Sixers

Player of the Match – Daniel Hughes - Sydney Sixers

Team Scores Batting first – Perth Scorchers 180+, Sydney Sixers 190+

Match Handicap – Sydney Sixers

*NB these predictions may be changed nearer the start of the match once the final starting teams have been announced and we will be running ‘In-Play’ features, so stay tuned.

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