Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars Match Result & Analysis

FINAL

Melbourne Stars won by 6 wickets

Pre-match pick

Adelaide Strikers cricket team logo Adelaide Strikers
61%
Melbourne Stars cricket team logoMelbourne Stars 39%

Adelaide Oval

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📝 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.

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