Introduction
Match 34 of Big Bash League 2025-26 saw Sydney Thunder take on a stellar Perth Scorchers line-up who won that match with an identical margin of victory – Perth Scorchers by 71 runs. Weather: This scorecard shows the breakdown of both teams performances in Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers match.
Match Summary
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result | Perth Scorchers won by 71 runs in the first inning |
| Venue | Sydney Showground Stadium |
| Date | December 30, 2025 |
| TOSS | Sydney Thunder won the toss and elected to field first |
Banglore Innings – Batting Scorecard Perth Scorchers
The Perth Scorchers scored 202/8 in their 20 overs, thanks largely to Ashton Turner, who scored a blistering 99 not out. The scorecard from the Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers match is representative of just how strong the Scorchers batting order is.
Perth Scorchers Batting Table
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 85.71 |
| Finn Allen | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 122.22 |
| Cooper Connolly | 28 | 27 | 2 | 1 | 103.70 |
| Josh Inglis (wk) | 13 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 144.44 |
| Ashton Turner (c) | 99 | 41 | 8 | 8 | 241.46 |
| Laurie Evans | 10 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 142.86 |
| Aaron Hardie | 28 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 175.00 |
| Others | – | – | – | – | – |
Ashton Turner was the standout performer, hammering a fine 99 off just 41 balls* leading his team to a mammoth score. Aaron Hardie and Cooper Connolly also chipped in, but Turner’s effort proved to be the difference on the Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers match scorecard.
Batting Scorecard Sydney Thunder Innings
The Perth Scorchers made easy work of the target set for them by the Sydney Thunder. In reply, the home side was bowled out for 131 in just 17.3 overs to hand the visitors a comprehensive victory by 71 runs.
Sydney Thunder Batting Table
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Hales | 20 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 153.84 |
| Rilee Rossouw | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Chris Green | 18 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 112.50 |
| Daniel Sams | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 108.33 |
| Matthew Gilkes | 42 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 155.56 |
| Callum Ferguson | 12 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Nathan McAndrew | 11 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 157.14 |
| Others | – | – | – | – | – |
Matthew Gilkes top scored with 42 (27). The devil will be in the details for Sydney Thunder after they fell well short of a massive target set by Perth Scorchers, as you can see in the Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers scorecard. That fell woefully short, as they could only muster 131 runs before their innings ended.
Bowling Performance – Perth Scorchers
In the second innings, Perth Scorchers bowlers bowled exceptionally well and limited Sydney Thunder for a low score. Scorecard: Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers shows their disciplined bowling attack
Perth Scorchers Bowling Table
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Tye | 4 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Jason Behrendorff | 4 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Tymal Mills | 4 | 31 | 3 | 7.75 |
| Ashton Agar | 4 | 28 | 2 | 7.00 |
| Others | – | – | – | – |
Leading the Perth Scorchers was Tymal Mills, with 3 wickets for 31 runs. His dominance during the middle overs caused enormous damage to Sydney Thunder’s batting side.
Bowling Performance – Sydney Thunder
But while Sydney Thunder set an improbable target, their bowlers fought back bravely. Sydney Thunder vs Perth Scorchers match scorecard: an exercise in high-pressure performances.
Sydney Thunder Bowling Table
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Sams | 4 | 34 | 1 | 8.50 |
| Nathan McAndrew | 4 | 36 | 2 | 9.00 |
| Chris Green | 4 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Gurinder Sandhu | 4 | 36 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Others | – | – | – | – |
Nathan McAndrew (2/36) and Daniel Sams had two tight spells but the Thunder bowlers fell short of stopping the Perth Scorchers from compiling an imposing target.
Ashton Turner – Player of the Match
Ashton Turner turned out to be the Player of the Match offering a sensational innings 99 off just 41 balls* instrumental in helping his side, Perth Scorchers win. That was the total that the Sydney Thunder weren’t to successful chase with him instrumental in setting.
Conclusion
Day 3, Match 10: — Perth Scorchers defeated Sydney Thunder by 71 runs (Match Scorecard). The Sydney Thunder collapsed to 131 all out as Ashton Turner (99 off 41)* and the Perth Scorchers’ bowlers ensure they were never in chase.
