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BBL15: Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars: All you need to know

Monday, 22-Dec-2025, 08:14 AM
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The tenth match of the ongoing Big Bash League will feature a high-voltage clash, with Adelaide Strikers preparing to take on star-studded Melbourne Stars on Tuesday at the iconic Adelaide Oval. The Adelaide Strikers come into this clash with confidence after winning their opening game of the season against Sydney Sixers. 

After a positive start, Strikers will be hoping for a consistent campaign and targeting consecutive wins. This will be their second match, and playing at home will give them a valuable advantage.

Melbourne Stars, on the other hand, also got off to a perfect start, winning their opening game against Hobart Hurricanes. Heading into their next game, Melbourne Stars will aim for consistency and would hope to continue with their winning run. For Stars, skipper Marcus Stoinis will be crucial after scoring an unbeaten 62 from 31 balls in the side's last match against Hobart Hurricanes. 

Head-to-head

Matches - 19

Adelaide Strikers won - 9

Melbourne Stars won - 10

Adelaide Strikers possible XI: Matt Short (c), Chris Lynn, Harry Manenti, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Alex Ross, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, , Hassan Ali, Mackenzie Harvey, Luke Wood

Melbourne Stars possible XI: Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Joe Clarke, Tom Curran, Sam Harper, Campbell Kellaway, Glenn Maxwell, Hamish McKenzie, Haris Rauf, Tom Rogers, Peter Siddle, 


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