Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers, BBL match 31: stats for the game

On January 6, the Melbourne Stars will face the Sydney Sixers in Match 31 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2022 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Both sides have had opposite fortunes in this competition thus far, and they must win frequently as the knockout battle heats up. The Stars are in big trouble, having dropped to the bottom of the points standings with only two wins in seven games. They will be coming off a 33-run loss against the Melbourne Renegades in the Melbourne derby.

The Sydney Sixers have been in good form this season, winning four of their seven games. Jordan Silk and Sean Abbott have stood out for the Sixers, who appear to be on track for a top-five finish. This season, the average first-innings total at the site is 162, with bowlers enjoying the conditions. While the pace has taken 21 of the 30 wickets this season, the spinners should benefit as well.

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Stars vs Sixers: Form Guide (Last 5 matches)

Melbourne Stars: L W L L L

Sydney Sixers: NR L W W W

Players to watch out for:

Sean Abbott

Sean Abbott has had a good season with the ball, taking 10 wickets in seven games. Despite averaging 23.90 with the ball, the Australian is allowing 9.96 runs per over. Abbott is a reliable wicket-taker in this tournament who can also contribute with the bat.

Marcus Stoinis

Marcus Stoinis has been inconsistent this season, scoring 94 runs in six games with a strike rate of 144.62. Last week, he appeared in good form against the Adelaide Strikers, scoring 74 runs off 35 balls. Stoinis is also capable of grabbing up wickets.

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