The Sydney Sixers face off against the Melbourne Stars at the SCG on Boxing Day, December 26. It’s Match 11 of BBL 2025-26, and both teams come in with very different vibes.
The Sixers finally broke through with their first win, smashing the Sydney Thunder by 47 runs. Josh Philippe stole the show, hammering 96 from just 57 balls. Babar Azam chipped in too, looking sharp with 58 off 42. Jack Edwards tore through the Thunder lineup, picking up five wickets. That win bumped the Sixers up to third after dropping their first two matches.
The Stars, on the other hand, sit right at the top of the table. They started the season by taking down the defending champs, Hobart Hurricanes, by 8 wickets, then cruised past the Adelaide Strikers by 6. Marcus Stoinis has led from the front, blasting an unbeaten 62 in the opener. Haris Rauf and Peter Siddle have kept things tight with the ball, giving the Stars plenty of options.
Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Match Preview
The SCG’s always interesting. Batters love it once they’re in; the bounce stays true. Fast bowlers get some swing early, but as the pitch slows down, spinners really come into play. First innings scores usually land between 155 and 170 in T20s, and teams batting first win just over half the time.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars |
| Date | 26th December, 2025 |
| Time | 6:15 PM Local / 12:35 PM IST |
| Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
| Tournament | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced surface with pace and bounce |
| Average Score | 155-170 runs in BBL matches |
| Favours | Teams batting first have a slight advantage |
| Surface | True bounce helps both batters and fast bowlers |
| Wicket Distribution | Pacers get early movement, spinners grip later |
| Weather Impact | Clear conditions |
| Toss Factor | Batting first preferred |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | High 28°C / Low 18°C |
| Humidity | 45% |
| Wind Speed | Light breeze |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Overall | Clear evening, perfect for cricket |
Toss Prediction
History backs up that trend. Teams putting runs on the board first at the SCG have often come out on top. There’s good carry early for the quicks, and spinners get more out of it as the game wears on. If you win the toss, you want to bat first. Post 170 or more, and the chasing side feels the heat.
Injury Updates
Sydney Sixers: No major injury concerns. Sean Abbott may miss due to Test match commitments.
Melbourne Stars: Mark Steketee remains out injured. Key players are available for this Boxing Day clash.
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Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Stars Head-to-Head Records
The Sixers have owned this rivalry. Out of 24 BBL clashes, they’ve come out ahead 15 times, with the Stars taking 9. Lately, the Sixers have kept beating the Stars, especially at the SCG, where they’re right at home. That history gives the Sixers the mental edge, but the Stars are the team in better form this season.
Last Five Matches
- Stars won by 16 runs 09-Jan-2025
- Sixers won by 8 wickets (with 11 balls remaining) 26-Dec-2024
- Sixers won by 7 wickets (with 11 balls remaining) 06-Jan-2024
- Stars won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) 26-Dec-2023
- Sixers won by 6 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) 06-Jan-2023
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Josh Philippe (Captain) | top scorer in BBL 2025-26 with 176 runs, smashed 96 in the last match |
| Marcus Stoinis (Vice Captain) | The Stars’ captain scored an unbeaten 62 in the first match, taking key wickets |
| Jack Edwards | All-rounder in red-hot form with 81 runs and 8 wickets this season |
| Peter Siddle | Veteran pacer with 3 wickets in the opening match |
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