The opening match of the Large Bash League (BBL) Season 14 will happen between Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars. The sport is scheduled on the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday, December 15.
Ashton Turner will lead the Scorchers, whereas Marcus Stoinis will captain the Stars.
BBL|14, SCO vs STA
- Date and time: December 15; 8:45 am GMT/ 1:45 pm IST/ 4:15 pm native
- Venue: Perth Stadium
Perth Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Perth Stadium is thought for its tempo and bounce, making it some of the thrilling surfaces for cricket. Historically, it has favoured quick bowlers, particularly within the early phases of a match, as the additional bounce and carry problem batters.
For batters, as soon as settled, the true nature of the wicket permits totally free stroke play. The even bounce and tempo make it conducive for enjoying pictures, particularly sq. of the wicket. Spin bowlers may discover it difficult because of the lack of serious flip, though they’ll profit from variations in tempo and bounce.
SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Josh Inglis
- Batters: Hilton Cartwright, Ashton Turner
- All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Aaron Hardie
- Bowlers: Adam Milne, Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye, Jhye Richardson
SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Alternative 1: Glenn Maxwell (c), Josh Inglis (vc)
Alternative 2: Jhye Richardson (c), Marcus Stoinis (vc)
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SCO vs STA Dream11 Prediction Backups
Finn Allen, Ashton Agar, Joe Clarke, Tom Curran
SCO vs STA Dream11 Crew for at this time’s match (December 15; 8:45 am GMT)
Squads
Melbourne Stars: Marcus Stoinis (c), Scott Boland, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Clarke, Brody Sofa, Tom Curran, Ben Duckett, Sam Harper, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Hamish McKenzie, Jon Merlo, Adam Milne, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle, Mark Steketee, Doug Warren, Beau Webster
Perth Scorchers: Ashton Turner (c), Ashton Agar, Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Jason Behrendorff, Cooper Connolly, Sam Fanning, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Matthew Hurst, Josh Inglis, Bryce Jackson, Keaton Jennings, Matt Kelly, Mitch Marsh, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson, Matthew Spoors, Andrew Tye
