Match Details
Date & Time:
28th Dec 2024, 1:45 PM
Match Number:
Match 14
Match Results:
THU Won By 18 runs
Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Stars
STA vs THU T20 Match 14, Big Bash League, 2024/25 - Match Info
Sydney Thunder beat Melbourne Stars by 18 runs
Player of the match
Sam Billings - THU
Match Summary
Player of the Match
182/8 (20.0 overs)
Top Batter
Top Bowler
Sam Billings
72(39)
Jason Sangha
33(27)
Beau Webster
3-42(4)
Peter Siddle
2-33(4)
164/8 (20.0 overs)
Top Batter
Top Bowler
Ben Duckett
67(49)
Marcus Stoinis
22(17)
Wes Agar
3-25(4)
Jason Sangha
1-9(0.5)
Detailed Commentary
All
Wickets
4s
6s
THU
STA
Right then, that is it from the game. The Melbourne Stars have now lost five games in a trot. The Big Bash League, 2024/25 action continues as we have a game lined up on Sunday, the 29th of December. It will be played between the Brisbane Heat and the Sydney Sixers at 1.45 pm IST (8.15 am GMT). Do join us for the early build up as well. Until then, take care, and cheers!
Sam Billings is the Player of the Match. He says that Duckett played well but their bowlers got timely wickets and got them back into the game. He adds that it was a team effort and it was a tight game. Ends by saying that he got used to the conditions well and they are happy with the win.
Earlier in the game, the Sydney Thunder scored a well crafted 182, led by Sam Billings' impactful 72 runs off 39 balls. Despite being nearly run out at 18, he capitalized on the missed chance. David Warner and Cameron Bancroft provided a solid start, adding 33 runs in the powerplay, but were dismissed quickly. Jason Sangha supported Billings with a good partnership. Daniel Sams contributed with a late cameo. Beau Webster took 3 wickets for 42 runs, with Peter Siddle and Usama Mir claiming two wickets each, and Joel Paris taking one in his season debut.
The Thunder's bowling unit, on the other hand, was impressive, particularly in the second half of the chase. Lockie Ferguson bowled well, taking a wicket in his first over, but the star of the show was Wes Agar. He claimed three wickets while conceding very few runs, putting the brakes on the Stars chase. Every Thunder bowler chipped in with a wicket. The only concern for the Thunder is the injury to Jason Sangha, who hurt his right bicep and had to leave the field. Despite this, the Thunder will be thrilled with their victory.
The Sydney Thunder have emerged victorious over the Melbourne Stars by 18 runs, thanks to a stellar bowling performance that restricted the Stars' chase. The Stars' innings got off to a rocky start, losing Sam Harper in the very first over. However, Ben Duckett scored at a healthy rate, keeping the Stars in the hunt. The team seemed to be cruising towards the target until Duckett's dismissal, which broke the backbone of the chase. Despite starts from Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, and Beau Webster, none of them could capitalize on their beginnings. Duckett's half-century was the lone bright spot in an otherwise disappointing batting display.
164/8 (20.0)
Over 20
0
2
0
4
1
1
Brody Couch*
8 (9)
Joel Paris
5 (4)
Wes Agar
3/25 (4)
STA
164/8
0
19.6
Wes Agar to Brody Couch ,Too full, outside off, Brody Couch looks to slap it but misses. Sydney Thunder beat Melbourne Stars by 18 runs!
2
19.5
Wes Agar to Brody Couch ,Too full, on off, Brody Couch lofts it over mid on for a brace.
0
19.4
Wes Agar to Brody Couch ,Slower one, on leg, Brody Couch looks to pull it but gets a blow on his body.
4
19.3
Wes Agar to Brody Couch ,FOUR! Well played. Too full, on leg, Brody Couch shuffles across and drills it magnificently through mid on for a boundary.
1
19.2
Wes Agar to Joel Paris ,A full toss, on leg, Joel Paris flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
1
19.1
Wes Agar to Brody Couch ,Too full, down leg, Brody Couch shuffles across and taps it to mid on for one.
Over 19
2
1
0
0
0
1
Joel Paris*
4 (3)
Brody Couch
1 (4)
Lockie Ferguson
1/27 (4)
STA
156/8
2
18.6
Lockie Ferguson to Joel Paris ,Short, on middle, Joel Paris pulls it over mid-wicket for a brace. 27 needed off the final over.
1
18.5
Lockie Ferguson to Brody Couch ,A low full toss, on middle, Brody Couch taps it to covers for one.
0
18.4
Lockie Ferguson to Brody Couch ,Another dot, another play and a miss! Length, outside off, Brody Couch looks to drive it but misses again.
0
18.3
Lockie Ferguson to Brody Couch ,Slower one, outside off, Brody Couch looks to waft at it but misses again.
0
18.2
Lockie Ferguson to Brody Couch ,Fuller one, outside off, Brody Couch looks to play at it but misses.
1
18.1
Lockie Ferguson to Joel Paris ,Lands it on leg, Joel Paris flicks it fine for one.
Brody Couch walks in.
Over 18
W
1
W
4
W
1
Beau Webster*
20 (16)
Joel Paris
1 (1)
Wes Agar
3/17 (3)
STA
152/8
OUT
B Webster
20 (16)
c S Billings b W Agar
Wkt
#8
4s/6s
3 / 0
SR
125
W
17.6
Wes Agar to Beau Webster ,OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND AGAIN! Sam Billings has been a busy man behind the sticks! Full and wide outside off, Beau Webster reaches out to it and looks to slap it but misses it completely. Gets a feather as the ball goes behind the sticks and Sam Billings takes another catch behind the stumps!
1
17.5
Wes Agar to Joel Paris ,Fuller one, on off, Joel Paris pushes it to covers for one.
Joel Paris walks in.
OUT
U Mir
4 (2)
c S Billings b W Agar
Wkt
#7
4s/6s
1 / 0
SR
200
W
17.4
Wes Agar to Usama Mir ,OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Another one bites the dust! A full toss, outside off, pre-intimidated from Usama Mir as he looks to scoop it. Mistimes it completely as the ball lobs in the air towards Sam Billings who makes no mistake.
4
17.3
Wes Agar to Usama Mir ,FOUR! Off the mark in style! A low full toss, on leg, Usama Mir picks it well and flicks it over mid-wicket for a boundary.
Usama Mir walks in.
OUT
J Merlo
3 (4)
c S Billings b W Agar
Wkt
#6
4s/6s
0 / 0
SR
75
W
17.2
Wes Agar to Jonathan Merlo ,OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Jonathan Merlo bites the dust! Too full, outside off, Jonathan Merlo reaches out to play at it but gets a slight edge. The ball carries to the right of Sam Billings who takes a good catch.
1
17.1
Wes Agar to Beau Webster ,Too full, outside off, Beau Webster drills it to mid off for one.
Over 17
3
4
4
0
2
1
Beau Webster*
19 (14)
Jonathan Merlo
3 (3)
Lockie Ferguson
1/23 (3)
STA
146/5
3
16.6
Lockie Ferguson to Beau Webster ,Lands it on off, Beau Webster lofts it over the bowler's head. The fielder chases it and just manages to pull the ball in before over over the ropes. The batters collect three.
4
16.5
Lockie Ferguson to Beau Webster ,FOUR MORE! Beau Webster is gearing up! Full, on off, Beau Webster swings hard. Mistimes it over mid off but the ball finds the fence.
4
16.4
Lockie Ferguson to Beau Webster ,FOUR! They need more of these! Short, on middle, Beau Webster hangs back and clatters it over square leg for a boundary.
0
16.3
Lockie Ferguson to Beau Webster ,Length, outside off, shaping away. Beau Webster has a fiddle but misses.
2
16.2
Lockie Ferguson to Beau Webster ,Short, on off, Beau Webster pulls it to deep square leg for a brace.
1
16.1
Lockie Ferguson to Jonathan Merlo ,Too full, on off, Jonathan Merlo taps it to point for one.
Head to Head
Just the right stats to help you determine which team statistically has the upper hand
THU vs STA
*Last 3 years
5
No. of Matches
5
THU
0
STA
0
Tie
Last Overs
over 20
1
1
4
0
2
0
Runs 8
over 19
1
0
0
0
1
2
Runs 4
over 18
1
W
4
W
1
W
Runs 6
over 17
1
2
0
4
4
3
Runs 14
over 16
2
W
1
0
1
1
Runs 5
Venue/Pitch Details
Manuka Oval, Canberra
Batting Friendly
2nd Batting Friendly
Pace Friendly
156
1st Batting Average
183
Highest Score Chased
6
No. of Matches
Won by team
1st Batting
33%
2nd Batting
67%
Wicket Split
Pacer
59.04% | 49W
Spin
40.96% | 34W
Match Officals
Umpire:
Michael Graham-Smith (AUS), Roberto Howard (AUS)
Third Umpire:
Claire Polosak (AUS)
Match Referee:
David Johnston (AUS)
