🇦🇺 BBL
AS Adelaide Strikers
59%
VS
ST Sydney Thunder
41%
Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Oval
Big Bash League
Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder Match Prediction
Last updated: 3 January 2026
Close Call Model tips Adelaide Strikers at 59% (fair odds 1.69)
Prediction: Adelaide Strikers (59%)
In this highly-anticipated encounter between Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder at the Adelaide Oval, the favourites are Adelaide Strikers, who have a 70% chance of clinching the victory. This match is expected to be dominated by Adelaide, with a clear edge in their favour.
The powerplay phases could play a crucial role, as Adelaide's batsmen boast an impressive runs per over rate (RPO) of 9.32 compared to Sydney Thunder's 8.58. Adelaide's death bowling also proves formidable with an economy rate of 10.45, significantly lower than Sydney's 9.55.
Nevertheless, upsets are always possible, and Adelaide will need to maintain their momentum throughout the match to ensure victory.
The powerplay phases could play a crucial role, as Adelaide's batsmen boast an impressive runs per over rate (RPO) of 9.32 compared to Sydney Thunder's 8.58. Adelaide's death bowling also proves formidable with an economy rate of 10.45, significantly lower than Sydney's 9.55.
Nevertheless, upsets are always possible, and Adelaide will need to maintain their momentum throughout the match to ensure victory.
