Big Bash League
Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars Match Result & Analysis
AS Adelaide Strikers
61%
VS
MS Melbourne Stars
39%
WINNER Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Oval
Our pre-match predictionAnalysis by CricketPrediction.com ·
❌ Prediction Incorrect
We Predicted
Adelaide Strikers
at 61% confidence
Actual Result
Melbourne Stars won
Melbourne Stars won by 6 wickets
📝 Pre-Match Analysis · 18 Jan 2026, 09:15 IST
Result: Melbourne Stars won by 6 wickets (11 balls remaining). AS 155/8 vs MS 161/4.
Our Prediction: Adelaide Strikers — Incorrect
Pre-match analysis:
We give Adelaide Strikers the edge in what should be a competitive match.The pitch at Adelaide Oval has played fairly, giving both approaches an equal shot.
Adelaide Strikers's powerplay prowess (9.32 RPO) should set up a strong platform. Early wickets are Melbourne Stars's strength - 7.61 economy with the new ball.
Through the middle overs, Adelaide Strikers have been solid, rotating strike at 8.46 RPO while keeping wickets intact.
Melbourne Stars have the edge in the death overs, with bowlers going at just 9.52.
All things considered, the data suggests Adelaide Strikers should have enough. An off-day from Adelaide Strikers could open the door for Melbourne Stars.
The prediction: Adelaide Strikers to win at 61% probability.
