Published on: Dec 27, 2025 1:45 pm IST | Updated on: Dec 26, 2025 6:16 pm IST
The Melbourne Stars are on a roll with three wins from three games. They next challenge the Sydney Thunder, who just earned their first win of the season against the Brisbane Heat. The two teams will be going on a collision course at the Manuka Oval in the country’s capital, Canberra. This will be the 14th match of the competition. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 14th match of BBL 2025-26, MS vs ST, at the Manuka Oval, Canberra.
With the form Melbourne Stars have showcased so far this season, they are a side to beat. They have a balanced unit and haven’t tinkered a lot with their eleven; in fact, they have used the same set of 11 players in all three games played so far. This makes them a side to beat and the win probability meter should yet again favor them heading into this contest against the Sydney Thunder. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 14th match of BBL 2025-26, MS vs ST, at the Manuka Oval, Canberra.
ST: 39% win chance MS: 61% win chance
Fresh off a match-winning ton against the Adelaide Strikers, Stars keeper batter Sam Harper would be on cloud 9 and will look to continue from the last game.
The Stars skipper is team's second-highest run getter so far. In just 2 innings he has notched up 94 runs with a fifty to his name. He has contributed with the ball as well, having scalped 5 wickets.
Thunder wicket-keeper, the Englishman Sam Billings, has got a 40+ score to his name. He will be a prime bet in the middle-order for his side.
The Thunder opener is also their leading run-getter this season thus far with 108 runs from 3 innings at a scintillating strike-rate of 183.05.
Check out our prediction for the MS vs ST 14th match at the Manuka Oval, Canberra.
The Melbourne Stars have made a dream start to their Big Bash League 2025 campaign, winning all three of their opening matches to sit comfortably at the top of the points table. Their blend of explosive batting and disciplined bowling has ensured they remain the team to beat this season. With momentum firmly on their side, the Stars will now look to consolidate their position when they face the Sydney Thunder in match 14 at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.
The Thunder, meanwhile, finally secured their first win of the season with a victory over the Brisbane Heat. However, they face a stern challenge against the Stars, who have shown remarkable consistency and depth across departments. The Manuka Oval’s batting-friendly surface could set the stage for a high-scoring contest, where both sides will rely on their top-order firepower.
For the Stars, maintaining their unbeaten run will be crucial to strengthening their grip on the table and building early playoff momentum. The Thunder, on the other hand, will be eager to upset the leaders and prove they can compete with the best. Expect a thrilling clash in the nation’s capital.
The Sydney Thunder head into match 14 of the Big Bash League 2025 with history firmly on their side, as they aim to secure their sixth consecutive victory over the Melbourne Stars. This remarkable streak highlights their dominance in recent head-to-head encounters, and the Thunder will be eager to extend it further at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.
Having just picked up their first win of the season against the Brisbane Heat, the Thunder will be brimming with confidence. Their bowlers found rhythm in that contest, while the batting unit showed resilience under pressure. Against the Stars, however, they face a formidable challenge, as the table-toppers have won all three of their games so far and look in imperious form.
For the Thunder, the key will be to build on their momentum and rely on their proven formula against the Stars. Early breakthroughs with the ball and a strong top-order performance could tilt the balance in their favor. With pride and consistency at stake, the Thunder will be determined to keep their winning run intact and remind the Stars that history favors them in this rivalry. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 22 MS won: 10 ST won: 12 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form SYDNEY THUNDER: W L L L W RECENT form MELBOURNE STARS: W L W W W
Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder have collided 22 times in BBL history. Out of those 22 meetings, Stars have 10 wins to their name, whereas Thunder have 12 wins to their name. Thunder have a slight upper hand.
How will the two teams, i.e., Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Stars, fare in this match of the Big Bash League 2025-26? Let’s take a look.
Matthew Gilkes, Sam Konstas, David Warner (C), Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (WK), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley
Sam Harper (WK), Joe Clarke, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis (C), Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Haris Rauf, Thomas Rogers, Mitchell Swepson, Peter Siddle
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 14th match of the Big Bash League 2025 between Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Stars at the Manuka Oval, Canberra:
At Manuka Oval, captains often lean towards batting first, as the surface stays true and favors stroke play. With average scores around 160–170, setting a target can create scoreboard pressure. Expect the toss winner to choose batting, aiming to control the game from the outset.
The online live streaming of the 14th match of the Big Bash League 2025 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on Star Sports Channels.
The Melbourne Stars have had a start to remember to their BBL 2025-26 campaign. With three wins from as many games, the Stars are looking unbeatable and will carry on with the momentum heading into this game against the Sydney Thunder. Expect yet another win for the Stars here, their fourth on the bounce. Therefore, as per our prediction, the Melbourne Stars are expected to win the MS vs HH, Match 14 of the Big Bash League 2025.
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