AS vs ST Match Prediction : 25th Match, Big Bash League, 2025-2026

Adelaide’s previous home game was a superb seven-wicket trouncing of the Brisbane Heat inside the 15th over. Returning to home territory, Adelaide Strikers will be confident of continuing to carve out fond memories at Adelaide Oval.

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Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder Head-to-Head Record

The Adelaide Strikers has got the better of Sydney Thunder on 5 of the last 6 occasions. The Sydney Thunder’s single victory in that time came in the last game.

Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder Live-streaming and Broadcast

In Australia, the Big Bash League is broadcast on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, with live streaming options available through Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go, and 7plus.​

For viewers in the Indian subcontinent, coverage in India is available on the Star Sports Network and streamed via Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in Pakistan can watch the matches on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while those in Bangladesh can also tune in via the Star Sports Network feeds.​

In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Cricket holds the exclusive broadcast rights, allowing fans to stream the action live on Sky Go and NOW.

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AS vs ST Team Previews

Adelaide Strikers

Adelaide Strikers look like a side that’s one good innings away from putting real pressure on anyone. Even in Perth, after choosing to field first, they showed they can dictate terms with the ball and keep strong sides to a chaseable total. Holding the Scorchers to 153 for 8 was built on genuine wicket-taking threat and persistent pressure.

The spin pair of Lloyd Pope and Tabraiz Shamsi combined for seven wickets against Perth. The squeeze that the duo can put on in the middle overs is unmatched. Matthew Short can offer spin overs too. Pace bowlers Luke Wood and Jamie Overton are also in the mix. The bowling has variety and matchup flexibility.

With the bat, the signs are encouraging at the top. Matthew Short’s 31 off 21 set the tone against Perth. Liam Scott’s knock in the middle order of 33 off 28 underlined the composure alongside the power. Chris Lynn is another batter to watch out for after scoring 79 unbeaten against the Heat.

With Tim Paine for guidance off the field, the Strikers have a smart cricket brain to keep the team’s head on its shoulders. If the batting group can click, the bowling group will follow in their footsteps.

Adelaide Strikers Expected Playing 11

Matthew Short (c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey (wk), Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Jerssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lloyd Pope

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Sydney Thunder

The Sydney Thunder needs to turn around a challenging run of results. Despite a valiant effort with the bat, the team was unable to secure victory against the Hurricanes.

Captain David Warner’s leadership will be pivotal after he smashed 130 not out off just 65 balls in the Hobart Hurricanes match. Matthew Gilkes and Sam Konstas were both dismissed for first-ball ducks, continuing the narrative of a shaky top order.

The middle order was defined by players who got starts but failed to up the run rate while chewing up balls. Sam Billings ended with a strike rate under 100 after scoring 20 runs. Nic Maddinson’s retirement out made for interesting scenes as the team looked to find someone who could accelerate.

The batting group currently feels to dependant on David Warner at the top to be the team’s main run-scorer.

With plenty of runs on the board, Sydney would’ve been disappointed not to close out its previous game. It doesn’t get any easier as the team now has to travel to Adelaide. None of the bowlers managed to keep a lid on the run rate. Daniel Sams picked up 3 wickets but conceded 36 runs in 3 overs.

Chris Green was the only bowler with an economy rate under 10. The Thunder needs much better control as a bowling unit.

Sydney Thunder Expected Playing 11

Matthew Gilkes, David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Sam Billings (wk), Nic Maddinson, Daniel Sams, Shadab Khan, Chris Green, Tom Andrews, Nathan McAndrew, Wes Agar

AS vs ST Toss Prediction

Both wins at Adelaide Oval this season have come from chasing. The captains would’ve taken note of that trend and may consider bowling first to be their best bet.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Adelaide Oval often starts nicely for batting. In the BBL, a par score lies between 160 to 170 runs, with the highest being a huge 251 for 5 from the Adelaide Strikers. The seamers will need to maximize their time with the new ball in the powerplay before reverting to variations. The spinners can get rewarded if they keep changing their pace and angles.

The weather will be dominated by clear skies and warm conditions to suit a hard deck and fast outfield.

AS vs ST: Who Will Win?

The Sydney Thunder has been blown away by all, except two, of its opposition this season. Adelaide Strikers would’ve earned the respect of its opponents by performances at Adelaide Oval that have gradually got better as the season has gone on. They have plenty of momentum behind them currently.

Bet on Adelaide Strikers to win.