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After 60 matches, it is somewhat fitting that BBL 11 will be decided in a game with a team impacted by COVID-19. Numerous teams – particularly Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars – felt the brunt of the virus in a tournament CA kept alive by all means possible, and now it’s the Sydney Sixers’ turn to put together a team amid COVID-19 and injuries.

That they are in the BBL 11 Final is quite the miracle. Hayden Kerr, sent in to open in a pressure run chase, and with a previous top-score of 22, smashed 98* in one of the all-time great BBL knocks to guide the Sixers home against the Strikers. It was a reminder that the Sixers can never be written off even with the odds stacked against them, as they have the depth and belief to stay in the fight.

And no doubt the odds are stacked against them here against a Perth Scorchers side that is stacked. Ashton Turner’s team has a shot at revenge after losing last year’s Final, and after beating the Sixers three times already this season, they know how to get the job done. They look the complete side from 1-11, with Kurtis Patterson and Josh Inglis firing at the top setting a platform for Marsh, Munro Turner and Evans batting way down at six to build off.

It is a superb batting lineup matched by the bowling attack. With Jhye Richardson back in the fold, the Scorchers blew the Sixers’ top order away in last week’s Qualifier, and they will be aiming for more of the same at Docklands – a ground where they have not lost at yet this season.

Both the Sixers and Scorchers have won three BBL titles each, and both have the opportunity here to go one clear of the other. In fact, the Sixers will be aiming for three in a row, which would be quite the feat given the challenges they have faced in recent days.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Perth Scorchers:

  • Kurtis Patterson is arguably the most improved player in the BBL. Before this season, Patterson would barely strike at 120 in T20s. In BBL 11, he is striking at 143.91, with 390 runs in 12 innings at an average of 32.50. This includes a 41-ball 64 in the Qualifier against Sixers on this ground.
  • Josh Inglis found his best form in the Qualifier vs Sixers. He was awarded player of the match for his brilliant 79 off 49 balls, along with three catches. Overall vs Sixers, Inglis has scored 221 runs in seven innings at an average of 36.83 and strike rate of 144.44.
  • Mitch Marsh is set to play through a hamstring niggle. So, it is unlikely that he will bowl. However, his batting has been so good that he could still make a big impact on the match.
  • He is in the BBL team of the tournament despite playing just seven matches this season. He has scored 342 runs in BBL 11 at an average of 68.40 and strike rate of 147.41.
  • Marsh vs Sixers: 11 inns, 258 runs, avg. 32.25, SR 127.72. Marsh at Docklands: 8 inns, 277 runs, avg. 39.57, SR 141.33.
  • Andrew Tye has the third-most wickets in BBL 11. The seamer has taken 22 wickets in 15 matches at an average of 18.59 and strike rate of 8.26. This includes seven wickets against the Sixers.
  • In fact, Tye is the leading wicket-taker in Sixers-Scorchers matches with 26 in 16 innings at an average of 16.77 and economy rate of 7.47.
  • Jhye Richardson (12 matches, avg. 25.00) and Jason Behrendhorff (13 matches, econ. 6.47) both have 15 career wickets against the Sixers. Both took two wickets each in last week’s Qualifier.
  • Jhye Richardson has a superb nine wickets in four matches on this ground at an average of 9.67. Behrendorff also loves bowling at Docklands, with 15 scalps in eight matches at an average of 11.00.

Sydney Sixers:

  • Hayden Kerr produced one of the all-time great BBL knocks two nights ago. Predominently a left-arm bowler who has taken the second-most wickets in BBL 11 (24), Kerr struck 98* when opening the batting to lead the Sixers home vs Strikers.
  • Kerr took seven wickets in three matches vs Scorchers in BBL 11 (4/32, 1/30, 2/37).
  • Can Moises Henriques impact this match? The skipper has the most runs in Sixers-Scorchers matches, with 381 runs in 16 innings at an average of 25.40 and strike rate of 120.19.
  • Henriques has a solid record at Docklands, with 223 runs in seven innings at an average of 37.17 and strike rate of 119.25.
  • The Sixers also need a big performance from the experienced Dan Christian. He is a serial winner in T20 tournaments. He struck 73 (61) and 35* (20) vs Scorchers in the league stage of BBL 11.
  • Sean Abbott was back to his all-round best against Strikers. He took 3/27 and scored a crucial 41. He has 19 wickets in 16 innings vs Scorchers, and he will be looking to bounce back against them after conceding 0/39 in the Qualifier on this ground.
  • Ben Dwarshuis smashed 66 off 28 balls vs Scorchers last week, which further highlights the Sixers’ incredible depth. The left-armer is wicketless in his last two games, but is an experienced wicket-taker vs Scorchers (14 inns, 15 wickets, avg. 24.20, econ. 7.31).

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 23, Scorchers 14, Sixers 9.
  • Perth Scorchers have beaten Sydney Sixers three times in BBL 11.
  • Ashton Turner has the most runs of any Scorchers player against Sixers (381, avg. 27, SR 150).
  • Colin Munro averages 50.25 with the bat on this ground (201 runs) and 31 vs Sixers (155 runs).
  • Ashton Agar has taken four wickets in his last two matches vs Sixers. This is after he took just one wicket in his previous eight innings.
  • Steve O’Keefe vs Scorchers: 17 innings, 11 wickets, avg. 39.00, econ. 7.27.

Possible Playing 11

Perth Scorchers are looking stacked. Mitch Marsh has been named in the squad and is expected to play before resting for the Sri Lanka T20I series.

Perth Scorchers: 1. Kurtis Patterson, 2. Josh Inglis (wk), 3. Mitch Marsh, 4. Colin Munro, 5. Ashton Turner (c), 6. Laurie Evans, 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Andrew Tye, 9. Jhye Richardson, 10. Jason Behrendorff, 11. Peter Hatzoglou

Sydney Sixers are busted and scrambling for numbers. They are yet to officially name their squad. So much so that Dan Christian put out a hilarious tweet on Thursday asking for players. Moises Henriques and Steve O’Keefe are carrying calf complaints, while Jordan Silk has re-injured his hamstring. This is in addition to Josh Philippe and the Edwards brothers out with COVID-19.

Steve Smith is a chance of playing, but it is unlikely according to reports. At this stage, nothing has been confirmed. Daniel Hughes is also a chance of returning.

Sydney Sixers: 1. Hayden Kerr, 2. Justin Avendano, 3. Jake Carder/Daniel Hughes, 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Dan Christian, 6. Jay Lenton (wk), 7. Sean Abbott, 8. Ben Dwarshuis, 9. Jackson Bird, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Steve O’Keefe

Marvel Stadium Docklands Pitch Report and Weather

The Docklands surface has been a good one for batting in BBL 11 compared to previous seasons. The average first innings score on this ground this season is 175, with the team batting first winning seven of 10 matches.

Although there is some heavy rain forecast in Melbourne today, it is no issue as the stadium has a roof.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

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BBL 2021/22 Final: SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

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BBL 2021/22 Final: SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Josh Inglis
  • Batsmen: Kurtis Patterson
  • All-rounders: Mitch Marsh, Sean Abbott, Dan Christian
  • Bowlers: Hayden Kerr, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye

Match Prediction

The Scorchers start as favourites in this one as they have had more rest and they are at full-strength The Sixers always fight hard, but they are struck down by COVID-19 and injuries.

Batting first could prove crucial, but the Scorchers should have enough quality to seal their fourth title.

Charbel Coorey
Charbel Cooreyhttps://cricblog.net
Charbel is the owner & founder of cricblog.net, based in Sydney, Australia. He started the website to fulfill his love for the game of cricket. Charbel has been featured on other publications including OP India, Times of India, and The Roar, among others. He is also a keen fantasy sports player. Charbel has also had the privilege of interviewing cricketers on the CricBlog TV YouTube channel, including James Neesham, Rassie van der Dussen, Andrew Tye, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat and Saurabh Netravalkar: https://www.youtube.com/@cricblogtv For any story tips or questions, you can contact Charbel at charbelcoorey@cricblog.net.

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