Adelaide Strikers will face Melbourne Stars in match no. 10 of the ongoing Big Bash League 2025-26 at the Adelaide Oval. This STR vs STA Dream11 prediction focuses on form, conditions, and fantasy-relevant players based strictly on the provided details.
Match Info & Preview
| Match | Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Stars, Match 10, BBL 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Tuesday, December 23, 2025; 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Live Broadcast | JioStar Network Channels |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App and Website |
Adelaide Strikers come into this match after a positive start to their BBL 2025-26 campaign, registering a three-wicket win over Sydney Sixers while chasing a 160-run target. Despite finishing last in the previous season, the Strikers showed resilience and composure in their opening game.
Melbourne Stars, on the other hand, began their campaign with a commanding victory against Hobart Hurricanes. Led by Marcus Stoinis, the Stars chased down 159 runs in just 16 overs with eight wickets in hand, indicating strong batting depth and momentum early in the season.
STR vs STA Head-to-Head Record in T20s
| Matches Played | STR Won | STA Won | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 9 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
Probable Playing XI
Here is the expected playing XI for todays clash
Adelaide Strikers Playing XI
- AlexCarey
- ChrisLynn
- MatthewShort
- TravisHead
- AlexRoss
- JasonSangha
- JamieOverton
- LiamScott
- LukeWood
- HenryThornton
- LloydPope
Melbourne Stars Playing XI
- JoeClarke
- GlennMaxwell
- ThomasFraserRogers
- CampbellKellaway
- MarcusStoinis
- TomCurran
- HiltonCartwright
- PeterSiddle
- ScottBoland
- HarisRauf
- MitchellSwepson
Pitch & Weather Report
Here are pitch and weather report for todays match.
The weather in Adelaide is expected to be clear and bright with temperatures around 17°C and humidity between 55–65 percent. Adelaide Oval is considered a good batting venue with short square boundaries and a quick outfield, making it difficult for teams to defend totals.
Dream11 Fantasy Player Picks
Here are todays match fantasy picks.
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| JoeClarke | STA | WicketKeeper |
| GlennMaxwell | STA | Batter |
| ChrisLynn | STR | Batter |
| ThomasFraserRogers | STA | Batter |
| CampbellKellaway | STA | Batter |
| MarcusStoinis | STA | AllRounder |
| JamieOverton | STR | AllRounder |
| MatthewShort | STR | AllRounder |
| LiamScott | STR | AllRounder |
| PeterSiddle | STA | Bowler |
| LukeWood | STR | Bowler |
Injury Updates
No injury updates are available yet for this match.
If any official injury news is announced closer to the game, it will be updated accordingly.
Team Form – Last 5 Matches
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| Adelaide Strikers | W L L W L |
| Melbourne Stars | W L W W W |
Match Prediction
Based on current form and recent performances, Melbourne Stars appear to have a slight edge going into this contest. Their convincing opening win and deeper all-round options could prove decisive on a batting-friendly surface like Adelaide Oval. However, Adelaide Strikers’ home advantage and strong start mean a competitive contest can be expected.
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Disclaimer
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This article is intended solely for free fantasy contests and complies with the Indian Government’s Gaming Regulation Bill, 2025. All opinions and predictions are based on publicly available data, team news, and expert analysis; actual match outcomes may differ.
