BBL 2025-26 Match 10: STR vs STA head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

The Adelaide Strikers will play against the Melbourne Stars in Match 10 of the BBL 2025-26, at the Adelaide Oval on Tuesday, December 23.

The Adelaide Strikers ended last season rather poorly as they finished at the bottom of their table. However, it looks like they have started well in the current season. In their first match, Adelaide Strikers triumphed over Sydney Sixers in a match in which they chased down 160 runs to win by three wickets.

The Melbourne Stars also kick-started their season on a impressive note. Having been eliminated in the last season, they returned in style by beating Hobart Hurricanes convincingly in their opening encounter. Led by Marcus Stoinis, the Stars chased down 159 runs in just 16 overs, losing only two wickets. They will aim to continue their winning form in this away game.

STR vs STA: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 19
  
• Adelaide Strikers Won: 9
  
• Melbourne Stars Won: 10
  
• Tied: 0
  
• No Result: 0

STR vs STA: Pitch Report

The Adelaide Oval will host its first BBL match of the season. The pitch is expected to be well balanced. Fast bowlers can get good bounce if they bowl with effort. Batters can score freely once they settle in. Overall, fans can expect a competitive contest between bat and ball.

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STR vs STA: Predicted Playing XIs

Adelaide Strikers (STR):

Matthew Short (C), Chris Lynn, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Alex Ross, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen (WK), Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Henry Thornton and Lloyd Pope.

Melbourne Stars (STA):

Joe Clarke, Thomas Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis (C), Glenn Maxwell, Sam Harper (WK), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf and Peter Siddle.