STA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Match 27, Big Bash League 2025-26

Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for Match 27 of the Big Bash League 2025-26 between STA vs SIX to be played in Melbourne.

After a great start to the BBL 15, Melbourne Stars have found it tough in the last two games. Marcus Stoinis and his men have lost two straight games while defending the totals. Their bowling in the death overs has suffered a hit.

Can they show a better bowling performance? Melbourne Stars are ready to lock horns with Sydney Sixers at Melbourne Cricket Ground. This match will start at 1:45 PM IST on January 8.

Sydney Sixers have managed two good wins and will fancy their chances. They have struggled with the bat, despite winning the two games. That is one area they need to work on going into this game.

STA vs SIX: Match Details

• Match: Melbourne Stars (STA) vs Sydney Sixers (SIX), Match 27, Big Bash League 2025-26
• Match Date: January 08, 2026 (Thursday)
• Time: 01:45 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) / 8:15 AM GMT / 07:15 PM LOCAL
• Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne

STA vs SIX: Head-to-Head: STA (09) – SIX (15)

A total of 25 matches have been played between these two sides in the BBL. Sydney Sixers have managed to win 15 games, while Melbourne Stars have won nine, and one match was tied.

STA vs SIX: Weather Report

The weather forecast for Thursday evening in Melbourne is overcast, with a possibility of light rain during the scheduled time. The temperature is expected to be around 25°C, with an average humidity of 50 percent.

STA vs SIX: Pitch Report

The wicket in Melbourne is brilliant for bowling. It has good bounce and pace, which will assist the bowlers throughout the game. The boundaries are also big, and bowlers can use them to best effect.

With rain predicted on Wednesday, the best time to bowl will be in the first innings. In three games here this season, chasing teams have won.

STA vs SIX: Predicted XIs:

Melbourne Stars: Sam Harper (wk), Thomas Rogers, Blake Macdonald, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle.

Sydney Sixers: Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe (wk), Babar Azam, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Joel Davies, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr.

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 STA vs SIX Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Josh Philippe, Sam Harper

Batters: Daniel Hughes, Campbell Kellaway

All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies

Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Ben Dwarshuis, Peter Siddle

Captain First-Choice: Jack Edwards || Captain Second-Choice: Ben Dwarshuis

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Sam Harper || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Campbell Kellaway

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 STA vs SIX Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Josh Philippe, Sam Harper

Batters: Daniel Hughes

All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies

Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Ben Dwarshuis, Peter Siddle, Sean Abbott

Captain First-Choice: Marcus Stoinis || Captain Second-Choice: Tom Curran

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Joel Davies || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Josh Philippe

STA vs SIX: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?

Sydney Sixers have won two games in a row, but their batting has been an issue, with a lack of consistency. On the other hand, the Melbourne Stars have been doing well in both departments. Hence, we back the Stars to win this game.

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