- Friday 21
- Saturday 22
- Sunday 23
- Monday 24
- Tuesday 25
- Wednesday 26
- Thursday 27
- Friday 28
- Saturday 29
- Sunday 30
- Monday 31
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Big Bash League Tips - A tight low scoring clash expected at Optus on Friday night
Listen
- Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder tips
- Match start is 9:15 PM AEDT on Friday, January 3 at Perth Stadium
- Perth Scorchers are expected to win a low-scoring game against Sydney Thunder.
- Scorchers boast a strong home record at Optus Stadium, winning 14 of the last 17 games.
- The game total is predicted to go under 317.5 runs, with a focus on Perth's moneyline bet.
Top picks for BBL on Friday night.
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Big Bash League Expert Tips
Two top teams will duel things out in the late window of BBL cricket on Friday with the home team Scorchers expected to eek out a win in a low scoring matchup.
- Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Big Bash League Expert Tips
- Head to Head
- Last 5 Matches
- BBL14 Betting Trends
- BBL14 Stats
- Perth Scorchers Form
- Perth Scorchers Home Stats
- Sydney Thunder Form
- Sydney Thunder Away Stats
- Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Frequently Asked Questions
Cooler conditions are expected on Friday night in Perth compared to the sweltering 30+ degree days that have been the norm the past few weeks on the West Coast. The pitch and outfield will be in good nick which means average all around with no advantage to either team.
Perth are masters at playing in their home conditions winning both of their games at Optus this season as well as 14 of their last 17 at the venue. One of those losses has though been against the Thunder who have won their only matchup at the venue in the 21/22 season.
All of Perth’s games this season have been low totals with an average of 150 runs for the team batting first. My expectation is that the number will again be low with the average team total at Optus being 158 runs.
Sydney’s top order have all at one point or another stood up but they have been inconsistent as a group which is a signal for future failings.
Considering my expectations of this being a close game I have chosen to take the lower odds of the Perth moneyline instead of the handicap with the game total going Under.
- Perth games average just 16.4 boundaries this season.
- Perth have won 14 of their last 17 games at Optus including their last 2 straight.
- 6 of the last 10 games at Optus have gone Under the 317.5 set in this matchup.
- Perth’s average match total this season is 295.8 runs.
Head to Head
Last 5 Matches
Jan 8th 24: Scorchers won by 7 wickets (5 balls remaining)
Jan 13th 23: Scorchers won by 9 wickets (43 balls remaining)
Jan 4th 23: Thunder won by 6 wickets (18 balls remaining)
Jan 6th 22: Thunder won by 6 wickets (6 balls remaining D/L method)
Dec 28th 21: Thunder won by 34 runs
BBL14 Betting Trends
| Perth Scorchers | Stats | Sydney Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | W-L | 3-1 |
| 295.8 | Avg Match Total | 335.5 |
| 1-4 | Bat Flip | 1-3 |
| 1-2 | Bat First W-L | 2-1 |
BBL14 Stats
| Scorchers Batting | Stats | Thunder Fielding |
|---|---|---|
| 9.6 | Fours | 12.3 |
| 6.6 | Sixes | 5.8 |
| Scorchers Fielding | Stats | Thunder Batting |
|---|---|---|
| 11.8 | Fours | 15.5 |
| 4.8 | Sixes | 5 |
Perth Scorchers Form
The Scorchers notched up their biggest win of the season in their most recent hitout taking care of the Adelaide Strikers in Adelaide winning by 7 wickets with 33 balls remaining.
It was the Perth bowling attack that dominated the game taking the first 8 wickets for a total of 58 runs putting them in perfect position to win the game. Jhye Richardson took 3 wickets for 29 runs off his 4 overs while Jason Behrendorff and Lance Morris both contributed with 2 each.
With bat in hand things started shaky for Perth who lost Matty Hurst and Aaron Hardie for a total of 5 runs in the second over of their innings but Finn Allen steadied the ship with Cooper Connolly and Ashton Turner seeing things out with a 57 run partnership through 6.3 overs.
On the season Perth are averaging just 9.6 fours per game but deliver 6.6 sixes. They allow 11.8 fours to opponents but give up few big hits with just 4.8 sixes.
Perth Scorchers Home Stats
| Scorchers Batting | Stats | Scorchers Fielding |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Fours | 11 |
| 7.5 | Sixes | 5 |
Sydney Thunder Form
The Thunder will play their 3rd game in 7 days in this matchup having taken on and beaten both Melbourne teams over the past week.
An 18 run win over the luckless Stars was followed by a nervous 8 run win over the Renegades on Monday. The Thunder were sent in to bat and were under siege early with Cam Bancroft leaving for 8 runs from 7 balls. David Warner returned to some youthful form belting an unbeaten 86 off 57 which included 10 fours and 2 sixes as batting counterparts got off to starts but fell around him.
With ball in hand it took a while for Tom Andrews to break through for the first wicket of the innings with their opponents run rate outpacing their own. A solid spell between the 10th and 15th overs brought things right back with 4 more wickets falling meaning it would have to be the tail that wagged if Melbourne were to win.
Fortunately for Sydney their bowlers were able to round things out keeping the pressure on and the total low through 20 overs.
Sydney average 15.5 fours per game thanks in part to the solid effort by Warner in their last game. The bowlers allow 12.3 fours and 5.8 sixes to opponents per match.
Sydney Thunder Away Stats
| Thunder Batting | Stats | Thunder Fielding |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Fours | 20 |
| 5 | Sixes | 1 |
Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder start?
First ball between Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder is at 9:15 PM AEDT on Friday, January 3 at Perth Stadium
What channel is Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder on?
You can watch Perth Scorchers vs Sydney Thunder on Channel Seven, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
Verdict
Considering my expectations of this being a close game I have chosen to take the lower odds of the Perth moneyline instead of the handicap with the game total going Under.
Perth Scorchers
Moneyline
$1.70 - 1 Unit
Lightning fast betting
Join with code BETSAU
18+. T&Cs apply
Under 317.5
Total Match Runs
$1.83 - 1 Unit
Referral Code BESTBETS
Great odds on Australian racing
Our bet365.com.au referral code is BESTBETS. bet365 does not offer bonus codes in Australia and this referral code does not grant access to offers but can be used during registration. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. CHANCES ARE YOU’RE ABOUT TO LOSE. Call Gambler's Help; National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au 18+
Perth Under 20.5
Total Match Boundaries
$1.70 - 1 Unit
Download the dabble app
with referral code BETSAU
Download the dabble app, enter referral code BETSAU to enjoy Dabble, the betting app with a difference! Bet as normal with & also be part of Australia's betting community where you can follow punters and sports stars, copy their bets, have banter with your mates & watch Sky Racing channels. 18+. T&Cs apply. What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit limit.
Top Betting Sites
Betting offers
Upcoming Events
21 March 2025
22 March 2025
23 March 2025
Load More
-20114339.jpg)
