Melbourne Stars is all set to square off against Sydney Thunder in Match 12 at the Lavington Sports Oval, Albury, on Friday, December 22.
Melbourne Stars, languishing at the bottom of the points table, face an uphill battle with two consecutive losses against Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers.
On the other hand, Sydney Thunder, occupying the sixth spot on the table, share a similar struggle, having lost to Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers in their opening encounters.
Check the top three captain picks for the STA vs THU encounter.
1. Cameron Bancroft
Leading the charge for Sydney Thunder with the bat, Cameron Bancroft has emerged as the backbone of the team’s batting lineup.
Having accumulated 99 runs from two innings at a stellar average of 49.50 and an impressive strike rate of 135.61, Bancroft has showcased consistency and poise at the crease.
Notably, his standout performance includes a brilliant 74-run knock in the previous game against Adelaide Strikers.
2. Tanveer Sangha
The 22-year-old leg-spinner has been a revelation for Sydney Thunder, claiming the mantle of the leading wicket-taker for his side.
With an impressive tally of four wickets from two matches, Sangha has displayed a combination of skill, guile, and maturity beyond his years.
Boasting an average of 13.50 and an economical economy rate of 6.75, Sangha is poised to be a game-changer in the fantasy landscape.
As he prepares to unleash his spin magic against Melbourne Stars, one should strongly consider Sangha for captaincy.
3. Oliver Davies
Oliver Davies impressed all with his explosive strokeplay and composed innings. In two matches played in the BBL 2023-24, Davies has notched up a commendable 67 runs at a blistering strike rate of 142.55.
The young talent’s ability to accelerate the scoring and play crucial innings in pressure situations makes him an enticing captaincy pick for the fantasy team.
Davies, who exudes confidence at the crease, is determined to be a dynamic force against Melbourne Stars, one can look to capitalize on his form by making him a captain for the upcoming clash.
