ADS vs THU Match Preview – The Adelaide Strikers are set to host the Sydney Thunder in an exciting BBL 2025-26 encounter at the iconic Adelaide Oval on January 6, 2026. This match is crucial for both sides as the tournament approaches its mid-stage, with both teams looking to solidify their positions in the top four.
ADS vs THU Match Details
| Feature | Details |
| Match | Adelaide Strikers vs Sydney Thunder |
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Date | January 06, 2026 |
| Time | 01:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar, Star Sports |
ADS vs THU Pitch and Weather Report
Adelaide Oval Pitch Report – The Adelaide Oval is famous for its flat batting tracks and short square boundaries, making it a paradise for stroke-makers. However, the drop-in pitch often provides initial assistance to seamers under lights. As the match progresses, spinners like Lloyd Pope and Tanveer Sangha may find some grip and bounce. Historically, teams winning the toss prefer to bat first and put a total above 180 on the board.
Weather Forecast – The weather in Adelaide is expected to be clear and pleasant for cricket. Temperatures will hover around 22°C to 26°C during the evening. There is no threat of rain, ensuring a full 40-over contest for the fans.
ADS vs THU Squads
Adelaide Strikers Squad – Hasan Ali, Matthew Short (C), Mackenzie Harvey, Jason Sangha, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Liam Scott, Chris Lynn, Alex Ross, Harry J Manenti, Luke Wood, Jerrssis Wadia.
Sydney Thunder Squad
Sam Billings, Chris Green, Cameron Bancroft, Nathan McAndrew, Daniel Sams, Matthew Gilkes, Oliver Davies, Tanveer Sangha, Shadab Khan, Reece Topley, Ryan Hadley, Blake Nikitaras, Charlie Anderson, Sam Konstas.
ADS vs THU Predicted Playing 11
Adelaide Strikers
Matthew Short (C)
Chris Lynn
Mackenzie Harvey
Alex Ross
Harry Nielsen (wk)
Jamie Overton
Liam Scott
Henry Thornton
Luke Wood
Hasan Ali
Lloyd Pope
Sydney Thunder
Sam Constas
Cameron Bancroft
Matthew Gilkes
Oliver Davies
Sam Billings (wk)
Shadab Khan
Daniel Sams
Chris Green (C)
Nathan McAndrew
Reece Topley
Tanveer Sangha
ADS vs THU Match Prediction
This promises to be a battle between the Strikers’ explosive batting and the Thunder’s all-round depth. The Strikers rely heavily on Matthew Short and Chris Lynn to provide a flying start. If they fire, Adelaide is hard to beat at home.
On the other hand, Sydney Thunder boasts a very balanced bowling attack with Reece Topley providing left-arm swing and Shadab Khan offering middle-over control. Daniel Sams remains a massive threat with his dual ability to take wickets and finish games with the bat.
Winner Prediction: Adelaide Strikers have a slight advantage due to their home ground conditions and the specific suitability of their power hitters for the Adelaide boundaries.
