🇦🇺 BBL
MS Melbourne Stars
51%
VS
SS Sydney Sixers
49%
Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Cricket Ground
Big Bash League
Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers Match Prediction
Last updated: 3 January 2026
Close Call Model tips Melbourne Stars at 51% (fair odds 1.96)
Prediction: Melbourne Stars (51%)
This upcoming match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground between Melbourne Stars and Sydney Sixers promises to be a close one, with the Sydney Sixers predicted to win but only with a marginal 50% confidence. With both teams evenly matched, this game could go either way. The venue statistics suggest no clear advantage for either side when it comes to batting first or fielding first.
In terms of phases, the powerplay might be where the edge lies. Both teams have similar batting and bowling performances in the powerplay, but Melbourne Stars' 0.35 wickets per over could make a difference by breaking Sydney Sixers' momentum. The dew factor may also come into play in the later stages of the match, making chasing potentially advantageous, though not decisive in such a close contest.
In terms of phases, the powerplay might be where the edge lies. Both teams have similar batting and bowling performances in the powerplay, but Melbourne Stars' 0.35 wickets per over could make a difference by breaking Sydney Sixers' momentum. The dew factor may also come into play in the later stages of the match, making chasing potentially advantageous, though not decisive in such a close contest.
