Big Bash League 2025-26: Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Preview, 7th Match
The Sydney Derby will get underway in the Big Bash League, as the two Sydney-based teams, the Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers, clash in a battle of the Royals, both still seeking their maiden victory in the competition.
Considering the overall run in the competition, the Sydney Sixers have been the dominant side over the Thunder, as they have won on 17 occasions when the two teams met previously, while the Thunder managed just 8 wins. However, at this very venue, the Thunders have levelled the wins with the Sixers.
In the 15th season of the BBL, the Sydney Sixers have struggled with a lean patch of form, as they have started their campaign with back-to-back losses. The Thunder also lost a very close game against the defending champions, the Hobart Hurricanes.
As both teams gear up, here is the full match preview.
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers Match Preview, 7th Match, Big Bash League 2025-26
| Match | Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers |
| Date | December 20, 2025 |
| Time | 01:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Sydney Showground Stadium |
| Series | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers - Weather Report
Southern Australia during the summer is one of the finest places to play. There are no chances of rain, while the temperatures are expected to be quite moderate, which will mean it will not be a sweating-out situation for players.
With strong winds, the pacers will get some lateral swing early on with the new ball, and once the spinners come into play, heaving sixes against these windy conditions will be a tough nut for the batters.
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers—Pitch Report
The pitch at the Sydney Stadium usually offers a very good track to score runs on. The track offers variable pace and bounce, with relatively more help for spinners. The Thunder are having a very promising run at the Engle Stadium and will look to extend their form further with the return of their skipper, David Warner. A fine blend of spin and pace bowling offers Sydney Thunder the upper hand in the match.
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers - Predicted Playing XIs
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Oliver Davies, Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, and Reece Topley.
Sydney Sixers: Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Josh Philippe (wk), Lachlan Shaw, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Mitchell Perry, and Jafer Chohan.
Sydney Thunder vs Sydney Sixers - Squads
Sydney Thunder Squad: Tom Andrews, Shadab Khan, Sam Konstas, Nathan McAndrew, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Chris Green, David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes, Ryan Hadley, Blake Nikitaras, Daniel Sams, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley.
Sydney Sixers Squad: Josh Philippe (wk), Daniel Hughes, Babar Azam, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy, Hayden Kerr, Joel Davies, Mitchell Perry, Lachlan Shaw, Kane Richardson, Lachlan Shaw, Ben Manenti, Moises Henriques (c), Jack Edwards, and Harjas Singh
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