The 11th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL) has just completed its course. Despite being a pandemic hit, the tournament left no stone unturned to fulfill its fixtures. Just like the WBBL, it was eventually the Perth Scorchers who won the trophy for the record fourth time defeating the Sydney Sixers.

Overall, despite the unavailability of big giants, BBL 11 witnessed some mind-boggling gigs from its local players. Even the likes of Glenn Maxwell and Ben McDermott were found producing back to back tons for their teams.

Hence in this list, let’s check out the best XI of the BBL 2021-22.

1. Ben McDermott (wk)

Well, BBL 11 for Ben McDermott was nothing short of bliss. The Hobart Hurricanes opener was found to have a ball of a time throughout the entire season. By eventually topping all the run charts, McDermott was also rewarded the Player of the Tournament medal.

In terms of his performances, the 27-year old played 13 games scoring 577 runs at an average of 48.08. His impressive strike rate of 153.87 also empowered him to smash most sixes in the tournament (29). Even his two three-digit scores helped McDermott to attain his best ever BBL season to date.

Overall, the truckload of runs has also effectively paved the gloveman’s way into Australia’s T20I squad. Very soon in the absence of David Warner, McDermott will pair with Aaron Finch in the home T20Is against Sri Lanka.

2. Matt Short

For Matt Short, BBL 11 was all about saving his team Adelaide Strikers. Because the men in blue had endured a bittersweet tournament, Short had emerged its highest run-scorer. As an explosive batter, the youngster possessed a very healthy strike rate of 155.52.

With regards to his overall stats, the 26-year old played 16 games scoring 493 runs at an average of 32.87. His aggressive gameplay also licensed him to smash the second most sixes in the league (26). Performance-wise, his 48-ball 89 against the Hobart hurricanes was the biggest hallmark of his batting.

Overall, piling more than 400 runs has allowed the batter to attain its first breakthrough season. Additionally by rolling his arm, Short also scalped eight wickets at an economy of 7.5.

3. Jason Sangha

For Jason Sangha, BBL 11 was just his second attempt in the T20 league. Way back in the 2018-19 edition, the youngster had first appeared for Sydney Thunder. While launching himself initially, Jason had endured a malfunction scoring just over 100 plus runs in 10 innings.

But recently, the 22-year old had an unflinching time for his side. From his 12 games, Jason scored a total of 445 runs at an average of 49.44. His adequate strike rate of 132.05 also allowed him to hit 36 fours in total. Perhaps when skipper Chris Green was unavailable, Sangha had also impressively helmed the team.

All in all, as a vital cog Jason delegated Sydney Thunder to finish third at the points table. Even sometimes by rolling his arms, his leg-spin made him bag four wickets.

4. D’Arcy Short

For a change, BBL 11 made D’Arcy Short a middle-order batter. In his new role, the southpaw still was able to have a cracking season. Also, after a hiatus of two editions, Short was again back amassing more than 400-plus runs in the competition.

Comprehensively from his 15 appearances, the 31-year old scored a total of 444 runs at an average of 37. After the heroics of Ben McDermott, it was Short’s steadfastness in the middle-order that enabled Hurricanes to have a decent BBL. Barring his batting, Short also scalped 5 wickets and took 10 catches in the field.

Overall, after his sixth BBL season, the batter has also become the sixth-highest scorer of the competition. Unfortunately, in terms of hitting sixes, the left-hander just had a tally of 11 maximums.

5. Moises Henriques (c)

As a skipper of Sydney Sixers, Moises Henriques had a very dynamic BBL 11. Despite being a pandemic hit, the all-rounder moved heaven and earth to dwell his team into the finals. Unlike his previous BBL stints, Henriques also crossed the 400-run mark for the first time in the league.

In terms of his overall performances, the 34-year old played 16 games scoring 440 runs at an average of 36.67. His sensible strike rate of around 133 smoothly allowed him to fetch 36 fours in total. The veteran’s knock of unbeaten 76 also empowered Sixers to assemble their highest ever BBL total.

Overall, as an old maestro, Henriques has now become the seventh-highest run-scorer of the BBL. The cricketer is admirably one of the few individuals as well to feature in 100 plus games in the league.

6. Glenn Maxwell

By continuing his enriching T20 form, Glenn Maxwell had an ecstatic BBL 11. His unbeaten 154 from 64 balls also became the highest ever individual score in the league. In total by producing more than 400 runs, Maxwell surfaced as the fourth-highest run-scorer.

Comprehensively from his 13 appearances, the 33-year old stacked a total of 468 runs at an average of 42.55. His electrifying strike rate of almost 160 was also the fourth-best (minimum 10 innings). Even his other knock of 103 against the Sixers had come at a rapid strike rate of 180.70.

Perhaps such a breakthrough season has also enabled Maxwell to top as BBL’s third-highest all-time scorer. The swashbuckling batter also now stands second for hitting most sixes (109) in the competition.

7. Mitchell Marsh

In recent times, Mitchell Marsh has been jubilantly enjoying the shortest format. In three months, the all-rounder has won both the 2021 World T20 and BBL 11. Despite playing less than 10 games for Perth Scorchers, Marsh had amassed more than 300 runs.

In terms of his total performances, the 30-year old scored 347 runs from 8 games at an average of 57.83. With his exemplary strike rate of 142.80, Marsh thumped a total of 15 sixes and 26 fours. Even his match-winning hundred against the Hurricanes had come at a swift strike rate of 166.67.

All in all, the eleventh season of the BBL has also Marsh the highest run-scorer of Perth Scorchers. Apparently, his consistency in the league has also allowed him to possess one of the best batting averages in the T20 event.

8. Rashid Khan

Without a surprise, yet again Rashid Khan had a scintillating season with Adelaide Strikers. By bagging most wickets in his single season, Rashid has also jumped as BBL’s seventh-highest wicket-taker. By bowling more than 100-plus dot balls, the leg-spinner’s economy was just 6.34.

Comprehensively, his 11 appearances helped the 23-year old scalp a total of 20 wickets. Even amongst all the BBL bowlers, Rashid’s economy was the best in business. In fact, with regards to fetching a fifer, Rashid was also one of the four individuals to attain in BBL 11.

Overall, sadly with the bat, the Afghan legend exhibited a very inferior show. From his 9 innings, Rashid could only contribute 51 runs. Eventually, the men in blue also missed Rashid the most during their knock game against Sydney Sixers.

9. Hayden Kerr

This youngster from New South Wales had all together brought a new vitality to the Sydney Sixers team. Because of being a pandemic hit, Kerr had to wholeheartedly perform with both his skills. It was indeed his unbeaten 98 that soared the Sixers to play the final against Perth Scorchers.

Even with his primary skill, the left-arm pacer scalped the second most wickets in BBL 11. From his 17 appearances, the 25-year old fetched 25 dismissals in total. Barring all of this, the pacer also exhibited the best strike rate of 12 (minimum 10 games).

All in all, for men in pink, Kerr’s dual package was a massive revelation in BBL 11. Hopefully, in the upcoming seasons, Kerr continues excelling in both his commendable bowling and batting skills.

10. Andrew Tye

Just like other BBL seasons, even this time Andrew Tye was richly amongst the wickets. For Perth Scorchers, his reliable bowling allowed them to dominate the entire 11th season. The veteran of this league eventually lifted the glory by bagging third-most wickets in the competition.

In terms of his stats, Tye played a total of 16 games scalping 25 wickets at an economy of 8.08. His strike rate of 12.60 was also the second-best amongst bowlers who played a minimum of 10 games. Surprisingly, the 35-year old also exhibited his batting skills by registering the best score of 44.

Overall, Tye’s another stellar BBL season has apparently now made him the second-highest all-time wicket-taker of the BBL.

11. Peter Siddle

Though Adelaide Strikers had a bittersweet time, the skipper individually produced his best ever BBL season. By bowling his heart out, Siddle not only topped all the wickets tally but also bagged a fifer. The pacer also won his first golden cap in the T20 league.

In terms of his overall stats, the 37-year old played 17 games pouching 30 wickets in total. His tally of 133 dot balls kept his economy rate at 8.33. With regards to his strike rate, the old stallion was one behind the likes of AJ Tye and Hayden Kerr.

All in all, Siddle’s breakthrough season has also dwelled him into the top 10 all-time bowlers of the BBL. Sadly, the upcoming BBL 12 will be the last season of the pacer in the competition.

The Melbourne Stars might not have made much impact as they finished sixth in the ongoing 2021/22 Big Bash League season but they have shown immense faith in one of their star performers who has been serving them for a while and at the same time also leading from the front. He is none other than Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell.

The Stars have come up with a wonderful offer for Maxwell as they want him to be a part of the franchise for a few more years. The Aussie power-hitter has signed a four-year deal with Melbourne Stars and has committed to serve them till BBL 15. He has been associated with the Melbourne-based franchise since the 2012/13 season.

I’m thrilled to commit to the Stars for another four seasons, says Glenn Maxwell

After signing a four-year deal with the Melbourne Stars, an elated Maxwell said that he is thrilled to commit to serving the franchise for a few more years and at the same time, also made it clear that his vision is to win a BBL title for them.

“I’m thrilled to commit to the Stars for another four seasons. I want to win a BBL title at the Stars and I believe we have the list to do that. We’ve got a really close group with some of the best T20 players in the world and excellent support from the coaching team. Our members and fans are the best in the BBL and I can’t wait to see everyone back at the MCG next season.

“The Stars have been part of my life for a decade and I’m already excited to see what we can achieve in BBL-12 and beyond”, Glenn Maxwell was quoted as saying by the club website according to the Times of India. Even though the team could not do well in the 2021/22 BBL season, the two-time World Cup winner made his bat do the talking.

He finished with 468 runs from 13 games and emerged as the third-highest run-getter behind Ben McDermott and Matt Short averaging 42.55 and a strike rate of 159.73. The stylish middle-order batter also scored a blistering unbeaten 154 off just 64 deliveries against the Hobart Hurricanes at the MCG this month.

Preview:

Melbourne Stars are going to clash with Hobart Hurricanes in the 56th match of the Big Bash League. Both sides are in a must-win situation, considering their position in the standings. Melbourne Stars kept their playoffs hope alive by defeating Brisbane Heat in the previous encounter. They are currently placed at the sixth spot with 22 points in their bag.

Talking about Hobart Hurricanes, they are trying their best to get back their rhythm in this tournament. They won their previous battle against Melbourne Renegades by defending a total of 182 runs in the allotted 20 overs. With 7 wins from 13 matches, they are relying on the fifth spot with 27 points. Hence, we can expect a thrilling contest between these two teams on Wednesday.

Match Details:

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes, Match 56

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground

Date & Time: 19th January, at 2:20 PM IST and 7:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

Pitch Report:

It’s a well-suited surface for the batters to score runs at a higher rate, though the boundaries are very too big. The bowlers need to work hard in this format of the game to pick wickets. Having said that, players will get the results accordingly to their efforts.

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Probable Playing XIs for STA vs HUR:

Melbourne Stars:

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Joe Burns, Brody Couch, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Ahmad Daniyal

Hobart Hurricanes:

Caleb Jewell, Ben McDermott (wk), Matthew Wade (c), D’Arcy Short, Tim David, Peter Handscomb, Jordan Thompson, Thomas Rogers, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane, Josh Kann

Top picks for STA vs HUR Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Batters

Hilton Cartwright is a hard-hitting batter who has got loads of potential to win matches. After featuring in 13 matches in this season, the right-hander smashed 360 runs at an average of 32.72 with the highest score of 79.

The most valuable player of Hobart Hurricanes, Ben McDermott is the highest run-getter of the ongoing tournament. So far, he has mustered 500+ runs in 11 matches at an average of 51.60, including 2 hundred and 2 fifties to his name.

Top Picks – All-Rounders

Glenn Maxwell has looked in fabulous form in his last two outings. He has scored 105 runs in the last two matches by coming at the top-order for his team. He has also taken 4 wickets for his team.

D’Arcy Short is the second-highest run-getter for Hobart Hurricanes in this season. In 13 games, he has amassed 347 runs at an average of 31.54 and has also picked 5 wickets as well.

Top Picks – Bowlers

Sandeep Lamichhane found his rhythm in the second half of the tournament. He has scalped 9 wickets in the last 6 matches, with the best figures reading 2/22.

Adam Zampa is a clever bowler in this format of the game and knows exactly what needs to be done in pressure situations. He has scalped 10 wickets in this tournament at an economy of 7.43.

Top Picks – Wicket-keeper

Joe Clarke is the leading run-getter for Melbourne Stars. He has amassed 384 runs at an average of 32, including his match-winning 62 off 36 balls against Brisbane Heat.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for STA vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott (VC), Joe Clarke, Joe Burns, Hilton Cartwright, Caleb Jewell, Glenn Maxwell (C), D’Arcy Short, Adam Zampa, Sandeep Lamichhane, Thomas Rogers

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for STA vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Wade, Joe Clarke (VC), Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Caleb Jewell, Glenn Maxwell, D’Arcy Short (C), Brody Couch, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Zampa, Riley Meredith

STA vs HUR Risky Captaincy Choices:

Matthew Wade is a dangerous batter who can dominate the opposition’s bowling contingent once he gets the ball under his eyes. He has scored 308 runs in this tournament at an average of around 30.80. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy skipper.

Brody Couch is the top wicket-taker for Melbourne Stars in this tournament. He will be a risky captaincy option for your Dream11 fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Joe Burns comes to bat in the middle-order for Melbourne Stars and has 95 runs so far in this tournament. Hence, it is advisable to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview

Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes will fight it out in the 56th encounter of the Australian T20 Bash tournament. The Hurricanes are occupying the 5th position in the table, and have won 6 out of their 12 rubbers.

The Stars are occupying the 6th spot in the table and have emerged victorious in 6 out of their 13 rubbers. Both these sides will be looking to outdo the other.

Match Details

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes, Match 56

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Date & Time: 19th January 2022, 02:20 PM IST and 07:50 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report

The pitch will interest both the batters and the bowlers. The batters can score big if they settle down, and the pitch will also have some juice in it for the bowlers as well.

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Probable Playing XIs for MST vs HHU

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Nick Larkin, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Ahmed Daniyal

Hobart Hurricanes

Ben McDermott (wk), Josh Kann, Matthew Wade (c), D Arcy Short, Tim David, Caleb Jewell, Peter Handscomb, Jordan Thompson, Scott Boland, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane

Top Picks for STH vs MRE 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Ben McDermott is the leading run-getter in the tournament and has blasted 513 runs at an average of above 55. McDermott is in red hot form and will look to continue in the same vein.

Riley Meredith has scalped 13 wickets in the competition and has scalped his wickets at a strike rate of just 12.90. Meredith is a wicket-taker who can rattle the opposition with his pace.

Adam Zampa has picked up 10 wickets in the competition and has taken them at a strike rate of under 25. Zampa can be a match-winner on his day.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for BRH vs SYS 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Ben McDermott (C), Joe Clarke, Matthew Wade, Glenn Maxwell, D Arcy Short, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Peter Handscomb, Riley Meredith, Adam Zampa (VC), Sam Rainbird

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for BRH vs SYS 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade, Glenn Maxwell (VC), Beau Webster, Tim David, Nick Larkin, Peter Handscomb, Joe Burns, Riley Meredith (C), Adam Zampa, Sandeep Lamichhane

Captain and Vice-Captain Options

Captain Options: Ben McDermott and Riley Meredith

Vice-Captain Options: Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview

Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat will lock horns with each other in the 51st Match of the Australian T20 Bash tournament. The Stars are placed at the 6th spot in the table and have won 5 out of the 12 matches that they have played in the tournament.

On the other hand, the Brisbane outfit is stationed at 7th place, having won just 3 out of their 11 matches. Both these outfits lost their respective previous rubbers and will be desperate for a comeback.

Match Details

Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat, Match 51

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Date & Time: January 16th 1:45 PM IST and 7:15 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report

This pitch will aid the bowlers in the initial part of the match. The chasing sides have won 4 out of the 5 matches that have been played at the MCG in this tournament.

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Probable Playing XIs for MST vs BRH

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Clint Hinchliffe, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Brody Couch, Ahmed Daniyal

Brisbane Heat

Max Bryant, Chris Lynn, Fakhar Zaman, Jimmy Pierson (c & wk), Ben Duckett, Sam Heazlett, James Bazley, Mark Steketee, Michael Neser, Mitchell Swepson, Liam Guthrie

Top Picks for MST vs BRH 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Hilton Cartwright is the highest run-getter for the Stars this season and has plundered 344 runs at a tremendous strike rate of over 140. If Cartwright gets going, then the opposition will be in trouble.

James Bazley has scalped 11 wickets in the competition and has scalped them at a strike rate of just 16.90. Bazley will hold the key for his side with the ball in hand.

Sam Heazlett has plundered 246 runs in the tournament and has scored them at an average of close to 25.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for MST vs BRH 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Joe Clarke, Jimmy Pierson, Glenn Maxwell,  James Bazley (VC), Beau Webster, Hilton Cartwright (C), Sam Heazlett, Chris Lynn, Mark Steketee, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for MST vs BRH 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Joe Clarke, Ben Duckett, Glenn Maxwell, James Bazley, Hilton Cartwright, Sam Heazlett (C), Max Bryant, Brody Couch, Mark Steketee, Adam Zampa (VC), Mitchell Swepson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options

Captain Options: Hilton Cartwright and Sam Heazlett

Vice-Captain Options: James Bazley and Adam Zampa

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat are set to lock horns in Match No.51 of the 2021-22 BBL on Sunday, January 16 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Stars, led by Glenn Maxwell, are placed sixth in the points table and desperately need a victory to have any chance of qualifying for the playoffs.

Their net run rate of -0.939 isn’t amongst the best either. The Heat, on the other hand, need a miracle to make it to the next stage.  After 12 COVID-19 positive cases emerged in their camps, they have lost three games in a row. Not much has gone right for them in the ongoing edition of the league.

Match Details

Match – Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat – Match 51

Venue – Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Time – 01:45 PM IST, 08:15 AM GMT

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report 

The pitch in Melbourne hasn’t been a belter for batting by any means. Batters have found it challenging to get runs on the surface. Rotating the strike will be key for run-scoring. The deck has also helped the chasing teams to a large extent.

Probable XIs

Melbourne Stars

Marcus Stoinis, Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Brody Couch, Ahmed Daniyal, Clint Hinchliffe, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa

Brisbane Heat

Chris Lynn (c), Nathan McSweeney, Lachlan Pfeffer (wk), Ben Duckett, Sam Heazlett, Jake Lehmann, Xavier Bartlett, Will Prestwidge, Matthew Kuhnemann, Liam Guthrie, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat Head-to-Head

Overall

Matches- 15, Melbourne Stars –6, Brisbane Heat – 9, N/R- 0

In Melbourne

Matches- 5, Melbourne Stars – 1, Brisbane Heat – 4, N/R- 0

Probable top performers

Glenn Maxwell – Melbourne Stars

Glenn Maxwell has been a key member of the Stars’ lineup for quite a few seasons. He has played some decent knocks even this time around, but he hasn’t been able to show a lot of consistency. The Victorian has to put his A-game forward if the Stars wish to get themselves into the top four.

Adam Zampa – Melbourne Stars

Adam Zampa has been a genuine wicket-taker for Australia and he has replicated similar performances even for the Stars. Although he hasn’t taken a whole lot of wickets this season, he can be expected to bowl a match-winning spell in the upcoming fixture against the Heat.

Today’s match prediction: Melbourne Stars to win.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

Preview:

Melbourne Stars will host Brisbane Heat in the 51^st match of the BBL 2021/22 on Sunday. Melbourne Stars are on the verge of getting knocked out of the playoffs race. They must win their remaining two matches to give themselves a slight hope of qualifying into the playoffs. They lost to Adelaide Strikers by 23 runs in their previous encounter and are placed at the 6^th spot in the standings with 18 points.

Brisbane Heat, on the other hand, had a terrible last few matches with most of their players testing positive for COVID-19, and as a result, they lost 3 consecutive matches in a row. Their qualification contention still hangs in balance. With 3 wins and 8 losses, they are at the 7^th spot in the standings with 15 points.

Match Details:

Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat, Match 51

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

Date & Time: January 16th 1:45 PM IST and 7:15 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report:

It’s always tricky to set the target here as there will be more helpful for the bowlers in the initial overs of play. The team’s chasing has an excellent track record in recent times and hence bowling first is a good option.

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Probable Playing XIs STA vs HEA:

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Clint Hinchliffe, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Brody Couch, Ahmed Daniyal

Brisbane Heat

Max Bryant, Chris Lynn, Fakhar Zaman, Jimmy Peirson (c & wk), Ben Duckett, Sam Heazlett, James Bazley, Mark Steketee, Michael Neser, Mitchell Swepson, Liam Guthrie

Top Picks for STA vs HEA Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

Hilton Cartwright is the top performer with the bat for Melbourne Stars in this BBL. In 12 matches, he has struck 344 runs at an average of 31.27 and a strike rate of 142.14.

Chris Lynn hasn’t performed up to his standards in this tournament. In 9 matches so far, he has scored 161 runs at an average of 17.88. He is still a good pick for your fantasy teams.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Glenn Maxwell has managed to score 277 runs in 11 matches in this league at a strike rate of 139.19 and has picked up 2 wickets as well.

James Bazley is back again in the Heat squad. In 8 matches so far in this league, he has picked up 11 wickets at an economy of 7.45 and has also scored 96 runs with the bat.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Brody Couch is the joint leading wicket-taker for Melbourne Stars in this competition. The right-arm quick has scalped 13 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 8.18.

Mark Steketee has featured in only 5 matches in this tournament, but he has picked up 10 wickets at an economy of 7.7 and has also scored 62 runs with the bat.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Joe Clarke is your first choice wicketkeeping option for your fantasy teams. In 11 matches in this BBL, he has scored 322 runs at an average of 29.27 with the highest score of 85.

STA vs HEA Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for STA vs HEA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke (c), Ben Duckett (vc), Chris Lynn, Hilton Cartwright, Sam Heazlett, Glenn Maxwell, Beau Webster, James Bazley, Adam Zampa, Mark Steketee, Mitchell Swepson

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for STA vs HEA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke, Ben Duckett, Chris Lynn (vc), Hilton Cartwright, Marcus Stoinis, Sam Heazlett, Glenn Maxwell (c), Michael Neser, Mark Steketee, Liam Guthrie, Brody Couch

STA vs HEA Risky Captaincy Choice:

Sam Heazlett has struck 246 runs in 11 matches so far in this league at an average of 24.6. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Since Joe Clarke and Ben Duckett are the mainstream wicketkeepers, it’s better to avoid Jimmy Peirson while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview:

Adelaide Strikers are going to clash with Melbourne Stars in the 39th match (Rescheduled) of Big Bash League on Saturday. Both sides are in a must-win situation considering their position in the standings. Adelaide Strikers kept their playoffs hope alive by defeating Perth Scorchers in the previous encounter. They moved to the 5th position in the team standings with 20 points with that win.

Talking about Melbourne Stars, they are trying their best to get back their rhythm in this tournament. They won their previous battle against Melbourne Renegades by chasing down the target of 123 runs with 6 wickets in hand. With 5 wins from 11 matches, they are relying on the sixth spot with 18 points. Hence, we can expect a thrilling contest between these two teams on Saturday.

Match Details:

Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars, Match 39

Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

Date & Time: 14th January, at 5:10 AM IST and 11:30 AM Local Time

Live Streaming: FanCode

Pitch Report:

It’s a well-suited surface for the batters to score runs at a higher rate though the boundaries are very too big. The bowlers need to work hard in this format of the game to pick wickets. Having said that, players will get the results accordingly to their efforts.

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Probable Playing XIs for STR vs STA:

Adelaide Strikers

Matthew Short, Jake Weatherald, Jonathan Wells, Henry Hunt, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielson (wk), Peter Siddle (c), Harry Conway, Ian Cockbain, Henry Thornton, Fawad Ahmed

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Hilton Cartwright, Qais Ahmad, Brody Couch, Haris Rauf, Beau Webster, Joe Burns, Nick Larkin, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa

Top picks for STR vs STA Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Batters

Jonathan Well is the second-highest run-scorer for Adelaide Strikers in this tournament with 309 runs in 11 matches that he played at an average of 28.09 and a strike rate of 123.60.

For Melbourne Stars, Hilton Cartwright is a hard-hitting batter who has got loads of potential to win matches. After featuring in 11 matches in this season, the right-hander struck 295 runs at an average of 29.50 with the highest score of 79.

Top Picks – All-Rounders

Matthew Short is in splendid form. He is the leading run-getter for Adelaide Strikers in this tournament. The right-handed batsman has smacked 326 runs at an average of 29.63 and has scalped 5 wickets with the ball.

Glenn Maxwell has looked in fabulous form in his last outing Melbourne Renegades. He surprised everyone by opening the innings and scored a match-winning knock of 68 runs from 45 balls which included 8 boundaries and a six. He has taken 2 wickets for his team.

Top Picks – Bowlers

The skipper of Adelaide Strikers Peter Siddle is the second-highest wicket-taker of BBL 2021-22. He has bagged 20 wickets after getting featured in 12 matches, with the best figures reading 5/23.

Adam Zampa is a clever bowler in this format of the game and knows exactly what needs to be done in pressure situations. He has scalped 8 wickets in this tournament at an economy of 7.58.

Top Picks – Wicket-keeper

Joe Clarke has been the top run-getter who has amassed 313 runs after featuring in 10 matches that he played at an average of 31.30, including 4 fifties to his name.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for STR vs STA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke, Hilton Cartwright, Ian Cockbain, Jake Weatherland (VC), Glenn Maxwell (C), Beau Webster, Matthew Short, Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa, Henry Thornton, Haris Rauf

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for STR vs STA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke (VC), Jonathan Wells, Hilton Cartwright, Henry Hunt, Thomas Kelly, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short (C), Peter Siddle, Fawad Ahmed, Qais Ahmad, Haris Rauf

STR vs STA Risky Captaincy Choices:

Jake Weatherland is a talented player who can dominate the opposition alley once he gets the ball under his eyes. He has scored 196 runs in this tournament at an average of around 18. You can take a risk and pick her as your fantasy skipper.

Brody Couch is the top wicket-taker for Melbourne Stars in this tournament. He will be a risky captaincy option for your Dream11 fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Nick Larkin comes to bat in the lower-order for Melbourne Stars. Hence, it is advisable to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Preview

Two teams that are occupying the bottom two places in the points table will lock horns with each other in the 48th match of the Australian T20 Bash. The Melbourne Renegades are placed at the 7th spot in the points table and have emerged victorious in 3 out of their 11 encounters.

On the other hand, Melbourne Stars are occupying the 8th position, having won 4 out of their 10 rubbers. Both these sides lost their respective previous matches and will be desperate for a bounce back.

Match Details

Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars, Match 48

Venue: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne

Date & Time: January 13th, at 02:05 PM IST and 07:35 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report

The pitch will be titled towards the batters. The ball will come onto the bat nicely and we can expect a high-scoring match between these two teams.

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Probable Playing XIs for MRE vs MST

Melbourne Renegades

Sam Harper (wk), Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Nic Maddinson (c), Will Sutherland, Mackenzie Harvey, Jake Fraser McGurk, Cameron Boyce, Kane Richardson, Josh Lalor / Jack Prestwidge, Zahir Khan

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Clint Hinchliffe, Nick Larkin, Joe Burns, Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell (c), Qais Ahmad, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Haris Rauf

Top Picks for MRE vs MST 11 Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Joe Clarke has been in riveting form in this competition and has plundered 303 runs at a stupendous strike rate of 147.08. Clarke will play an important role for his side in this match.

Kane Richardson has prized out 18 batters in the tournament this year and has scalped his wickets at an average of 16.66. If Richardson can scalp a few early wickets, then the opposition will surely be under pressure.

Mackenzie Harvey has scored 223 runs in the competition and has scored them at an average of 27.87.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for MRE vs MST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Joe Clarke (VC), Sam Harper, Glenn Maxwell, Nic Maddinson, Will Sutherland, Mackenzie Harvey, Aaron Finch, Hilton Cartwright, Haris Rauf, Clint Hinchliffe, Kane Richardson (C)

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for MRE vs MST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Joe Clarke, Glenn Maxwell (VC), Nic Maddinson, Beau Webster, Aaron Finch, Hilton Cartwright, Shaun Marsh, Mackenzie Harvey (C), Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Sam Rainbird

Captain and Vice-Captain Options

Captain Options: Kane Richardson and Mackenzie Harvey

Vice-Captain Options: Joe Clarke and Glenn Maxwell

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision

Preview:

Melbourne Renegades will battle it out against Melbourne Stars in the 48^th match of the tournament. Both sides are in a must-win situation considering their position in the standings. Renegades are undergoing a rough patch as they have lost two back-to-back matches against Sixers and Thunder. With 3 wins, 7 losses, and a no result, they have positioned themselves at the 6^th spot in the standings with 15 points.

Melbourne Stars, on the other hand, are still not able to get back to rhythm despite the return of their key players. They lost to Perth Scorchers in their previous encounter by 47 runs. With 4 wins and 6 losses, they are at the seventh spot in the standings with 14 points. They need to change their approach while batting if they want to qualify for the playoffs.

Match Details:

Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars, Match 48

Venue: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne

Date & Time: January 13th, at 2:05 PM IST and 7:35 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report:

It’s a high-scoring venue. The teams batting first have scored 200 plus runs thrice in the last 4 matches played here. It’s always difficult to chase here and hence batting first is an excellent option.

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Probable Playing XIs for REN vs STA:

Melbourne Renegades

Sam Harper (wk), Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Nic Maddinson (c), Will Sutherland, Mackenzie Harvey, Jake Fraser McGurk, Cameron Boyce, Kane Richardson, Josh Lalor/Jack Prestwidge, Zahir Khan

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Clint Hinchliffe, Nick Larkin, Joe Burns, Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell (c), Qais Ahmad, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Haris Rauf

Top Picks for REN vs STA Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

Shaun Marsh is doing quite well for Renegades in this tournament by scoring useful runs. In 4 matches in this league, he has scored 125 runs at an average of 31.25, with the highest score of 57.

Hilton Cartwright is a hard-hitting batter who has got loads of potential to win matches. In 10 matches in this BBL, he has struck 283 runs at an average of 31.44 with the highest score of 79.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Renegades’ skipper Nic Maddinson has scored one half-century so far in this tournament. Overall in 8 matches, he has accumulated 128 runs and has also picked up 6 wickets.

Glenn Maxwell is unpredictable at times. He has got all the shots in the book and if he finds his form there is no stopping him. He has mustered 193 runs in 9 matches in this tournament and has picked up 2 wickets as well.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Kane Richardson is picking wickets regularly for Renegades. In 9 matches, he has bagged 18 wickets at an economy of 8.57 with the best figures of 4 for 32.

Adam Zampa is a clever bowler in this format of the game and knows exactly what needs to be done in pressure situations. He has scalped 6 wickets in this tournament at an economy of 8.03.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Joe Clarke is the leading run-scorer for Stars in this tournament. The Englishman has scored 303 runs in 9 matches at an average of 33.66 and a strike rate of 147.08.

REN vs STA Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for REN vs STA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke (c), Shaun Marsh (vc), Aaron Finch, Hilton Cartwright, Mackenzie Harvey, Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell, Nic Maddinson, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Haris Rauf

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for REN vs STA Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Joe Clarke, Sam Harper, Shaun Marsh, Aaron Finch, Hilton Cartwright, Nick Larkin, Glenn Maxwell (c), Nic Maddinson, Kane Richardson (vc), Cameron Boyce, Adam Zampa

REN vs STA Risky Captaincy Choices:

Aaron Finch averages 26.28 in 7 innings in this tournament. Considering his reasonable form, he is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Haris Rauf has bagged 7 wickets in 4 matches in this tournament at an economy of 8.06. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Sam Rainbird has picked up one wicket and scored 10 runs in 2 matches in this tournament. It’s better to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.