ST vs PS Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Match 16 T20 – Big Bash League 2025/26
The 16th T20 match of the Big Bash League 2025/26 sees two strong sides — Sydney Thunder (ST) and Perth Scorchers (PS) — do battle at Manuka Oval, Canberra on 30 December 2025. With both teams packed with match-winners across batting and bowling departments, this fixture promises plenty of excitement and high-impact fantasy cricket action. Match starts at 02:15 PM IST / ~08:45 AM Local.
📅 Match Details
- Match: Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers
- Tournament: Big Bash League 2025/26
- Match Type: T20 (Match 16)
- Date: 30 December 2025
- Time: 02:15 PM IST
- Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia
📝 Match Preview
Sydney Thunder have a dynamic batting lineup featuring power hitters and all-round contributors. Their bowling combination also includes spinners and fast bowlers who can take wickets at crucial stages.
Perth Scorchers bring a well-rounded squad with experienced T20 performers, heavy hitters in the top order, and bowlers capable of controlling runs in the middle. Both teams will look to assert dominance early in the match.
Expect a high-scoring contest that could easily swing either way depending on execution and conditions.
📊 Pitch Report – Manuka Oval, Canberra
- Pitch: Batting-friendly track with consistent bounce
- Batting: Batsmen find rhythm early once set
- Bowling: Seamers get some help early; spinners can play key middle overs
- Expected 1st Innings Score: 175–195
Manuka Oval often produces high totals in T20 cricket, especially on the back of quality batting performances.
☀ Weather Forecast
- Sky: Mostly clear
- Temperature: ~22–26°C
- Rain: Minimal to none
- Humidity: Moderate
Perfect weather for a full T20 encounter.
🧑🤝🧑 ST vs PS Probable Playing 11
(Final XIs confirmed after toss — below are strong probable lineups based on squad trends and recent matches.)
🟢 Sydney Thunder (ST) Probable XI
- Jason Sangha (c)
- Matthew Gilkes (wk)
- Phil Salt
- Chris Green
- Alex Hales
- Colin de Grandhomme
- Daniel Sams
- Xavier Bartlett
- Shadab Khan
- Liam Haskett
- Matthew Kelly
🔵 Perth Scorchers (PS) Probable XI
- Ashton Turner (c)
- Finn Allen
- Cooper Connolly
- Aaron Hardie
- Mitch Marsh
- Brody Couch
- Joel Paris
- Callum Vidler
- Lance Morris
- Spencer Johnson
- Matthew Kelly
⭐ Best Fantasy Picks
🔥 Top Picks – Sydney Thunder
- Phil Salt: Big fantasy points with power hitting
- Jason Sangha: Key middle-order anchor
- Shadab Khan: Wicket-taking spin option
⚡ Top Picks – Perth Scorchers
- Finn Allen: Explosive opener
- Mitch Marsh: All-round fantasy potential
- Aaron Hardie: Game changer with bat and ball
🏆 Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
📌 Captain Choices
- Phil Salt (ST)
- Finn Allen (PS)
🥈 Vice-Captain Picks
- Jason Sangha (ST)
- Mitch Marsh (PS)
🧠 Suggested Dream11 Team Layout
- WK: Matthew Gilkes
- BAT: Phil Salt, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly
- AR: Jason Sangha, Mitch Marsh, Chris Green
- BOWL: Shadab Khan, Aaron Hardie, Daniel Sams, Xavier Bartlett
Balance your team with explosive top-order batters and all-rounders for optimal fantasy points.
🔮 Winning Prediction
Both teams bring quality T20 performers, but Perth Scorchers hold a slight edge due to their balanced batting depth and explosive finishers. However, Sydney Thunder can upset on their day with aggressive starts.
Prediction: 🔥 Perth Scorchers (slight favourites)
🏁 Final Summary
The ST vs PS Match 16 in the Big Bash League 2025/26 is expected to be a thrilling high-scoring T20 game. With numerous game changers on both sides, fantasy cricket players should focus on top order batsmen and key bowlers likely to take early wickets.
