Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 | 28-Dec-2025 01:45 PM | Manuka Oval
SYT 128/10 (20)
MLS 132/1 (14)
Melbourne Stars won by 9 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Harper* | 29 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 107.41 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 39 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 195 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadab Khan* | 4 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 6 |
| Tanveer Sangha | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.5 |
Last Wicket:Joe Clarke c Matthew Gilkes b Chris Green 60(37) - 86/1 in 9.4 ov.
Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder
Sydney Thunder — Innings 1 (128/10 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Konstas b Mitchell Swepson | 11 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 73.33 | |
| Matthew Gilkes c Stoinis b Haris Rauf | 24 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 184.62 | |
| Warner (c) c Campbell Kellaway b Stoinis | 10 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 83.33 | |
| Bancroft lbw b Mitchell Swepson | 10 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 76.92 | |
| Billings (wk) c Maxwell b Haris Rauf | 23 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 121.05 | |
| Shadab Khan c Hilton Cartwright b Peter Siddle | 25 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 104.17 | |
| Daniel Sams b Stoinis | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Chris Green c Thomas Rogers b Haris Rauf | 12 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 109.09 | |
| T Sangha c Thomas Rogers b Tom Curran | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| R Topley not out | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Ryan Hadley c Sam Harper b Tom Curran | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Extras | Wides: 3 | Total: 3 | |||||
| Total | 128 | 10 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | ||||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Tom Curran | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 5.5 |
| Peter Siddle | 4 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 5.5 |
| Haris Rauf | 4 | 0 | 29 | 3 | 7.2 |
| Stoinis | 3 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 8.3 |
| Mitchell Swepson | 4 | 0 | 18 | 2 | 4.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Konstas & Matthew Gilkes | 33 | 23 |
| Sam Konstas & Warner | 6 | 8 |
| Bancroft & Warner | 16 | 19 |
| Bancroft & Billings | 8 | 9 |
| Shadab Khan & Billings | 27 | 25 |
| Shadab Khan & Daniel Sams | 13 | 9 |
| Shadab Khan & Chris Green | 9 | 11 |
| Sangha & Chris Green | 10 | 8 |
| Sangha & Topley | 2 | 4 |
| Ryan Hadley & Topley | 4 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Gilkes | 3.5 | 33 |
| 2 | Sam Konstas | 5.1 | 39 |
| 3 | Warner | 8.2 | 55 |
| 4 | Bancroft | 9.5 | 63 |
| 5 | Billings | 13.6 | 90 |
| 6 | Daniel Sams | 15.3 | 103 |
| 7 | Shadab Khan | 17.2 | 112 |
| 8 | Chris Green | 18.4 | 122 |
| 9 | T Sangha | 19.2 | 124 |
| 10 | Ryan Hadley | 19.6 | 128 |
Melbourne Stars — Innings 2 (132/1 in 14 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Clarke c Matthew Gilkes b Chris Green | 60 | 37 | 8 | 1 | 162.16 | |
| Sam Harper (wk) not out | 29 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 107.41 | |
| Glenn Maxwell not out | 39 | 20 | 5 | 2 | 195 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | LegByes: 2 | Wides: 1 | Total: 4 | |||||
| Total | 132 | 1 wkts, 14 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Campbell Kellaway, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Hadley | 3 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 10.7 |
| Reece Topley | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Daniel Sams | 2 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 15.5 |
| Shadab Khan | 4 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 6 |
| Chris Green | 2 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4 |
| Tanveer Sangha | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Clarke & Sam Harper | 86 | 58 |
| Maxwell & Sam Harper | 46 | 26 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joe Clarke | 9.4 | 86 |
Match Info
| Match | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder |
|---|---|
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Time | 28-Dec-2025 01:45 PM |
| Venue | Manuka Oval |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Thunder (STA vs THU)
Melbourne Stars will face Sydney Thunder in a thrilling match on 28-Dec-2025 in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26. The match will be played at Manuka Oval at 01:45 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Match Overview
Melbourne Stars is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Sydney Thunder remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26.
The pitch at Manuka Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Melbourne Stars will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Sydney Thunder will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Melbourne Stars batting and Sydney Thunder bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Melbourne Stars showcase its strengths, or will Sydney Thunder pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 28-Dec-2025 to find out the answer!
