Sydney Thunder (THU) are set to face Perth Scorchers (SCO) in Match 16 of the ongoing Big Bash League 2025–26 season at the Sydney Showground Stadium in Sydney on Tuesday, December 30.
Read The Betting Professionals’ expert analysis for the 16th Match of BBL 2025-26 between Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers, including best cricket betting sites and predictions.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers (THU vs SCO) Match Details, 16th Match - BBL 2025-26
Series | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Series Match No | 16th Match |
Format | T20 |
Match Date | 30th December 2025 |
Match Time | `04:15 PM (Local)/01:45 AM IST |
Venue | Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney |
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers (THU vs SCO) Match Preview, 16th Match - BBL 2025-26
Sydney Thunder (THU) Preview
Sydney Thunder are currently placed 7th on the points table, having registered one win and three losses so far in the Big Bash League 2025–26 season.
Their leading run-scorer this season is Matthew Gilkes with 132 runs, while Shadab Khan has been their standout bowler, topping the wicket charts with six scalps.
Sydney Thunder head into this clash after a nine-wicket defeat against the Melbourne Stars. Batting first, Thunder were bundled out for 128, with early setbacks as Sam Konstas, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft departed cheaply. A brief recovery came through Gilkes (24) and Sam Billings (23), but their dismissals triggered another collapse.
In response, the Stars chased down the target with ease. Joe Clarke starred with 60 off 37 balls, supported by Sam Harper (29). Glenn Maxwell added a quick 39 off 20, as Melbourne sealed the win in the 14th over with nine wickets to spare.
Sydney Thunder Predicted XI
Sam Konstas, David Warner(c), Cameron Bancroft, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings(w), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Ryan Hadley, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley
Perth Scorchers (SCO) Preview
Perth Scorchers are currently 5th on the points table with one win and two losses in the Big Bash League 2025–26 season.
Cooper Connolly has been their standout performer, leading the batting charts with 142 runs and also topping the bowling tally with three wickets.
The Scorchers are coming off a four-wicket defeat against the Hobart Hurricanes. Batting first, Perth posted 150/8 on a challenging surface. Openers Mitchell Marsh (16) and Finn Allen (43) provided a solid start, but the middle order failed to build momentum. Laurie Evans chipped in with a crucial 27 off 18 late in the innings to push the total to a competitive mark.
In reply, the Hurricanes lost two early wickets before Nikhil Chaudhary (34 off 30) and Tim David (42 off 28) steadied the chase. Contributions from Macalister Wright and Chris Jordan sealed the result, as Hobart chased down the target in the final over with four wickets to spare.
Perth Scorchers Predicted XI
Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen(w), Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner(c), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Joel Paris, Brody Couch, Mahli Beardman
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers (THU vs SCO) Head to Head
Sydney Thunder and Perth Scorchers have faced each other 20 times in the Big Bash League so far, with Sydney Thunder winning 11 matches and Perth Scorchers claiming nine victories.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers (THU vs SCO) Pitch Report, 16th Match - BBL 2025-26
With the contest set to be finely balanced, captains are likely to carefully assess the pitch before making their toss decision. Given the conditions, spinners are expected to play a key role, and both teams should opt for spin-heavy attacks on Tuesday.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers (THU vs SCO) Betting Odds
For Match 16 of the Big Bash League 2025–26, Perth Scorchers start as favourites with odds of 1.63 on 1xBet, while Sydney Thunder are priced as underdogs at 2.34.
Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers Win Probability
Google’s prediction model backs Perth Scorchers with a 59% chance of victory, while Sydney Thunder are given a 41% probability of springing an upset.
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