Watchlist, round 9: Rising and falling player stocks

It appears to be another big moving round and now we’re onto the finale!



With the last of the double game rounds out of the way, we can focus on getting in the best-of-the-best.



For those looking to make a late surge up the rankings, we also need to focus on point of difference players.



For this reason, I’ve incorporated ownership stats of players from top 1% ranked teams.



The Watchlist targets below are prioritised by points potential rather than value, so factor that in when considering your trade options.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Wicketkeepers</h2>



Alex Carey &#8211; Adelaide Strikers &#8211; 5.2%



Josh Philippe &#8211; Sydney Sixers &#8211; 19.9%



Added: Josh Philippe



Removed: Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott



Carey and Philippe are the standouts in the keeper position. Of the two, I prefer Carey based on his outstanding Big Bash record (batting average of 34). He’s also only at around 5% ownership.



Philippe does have the advantage of playing the first game of the round, so he could be an emergency loop option.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Batters and allrounders</h2>



Beau Webster &#8211; Melbourne Stars &#8211; 10.6%



Will Sutherland – Melbourne Renegades &#8211; 95%



Jack Edwards – Sydney Sixers -25.1%



Michael Neser – Brisbane Heat &#8211; 31.5%



Matt Short – Adelaide Strikers &#8211; 47.6%



Steve Smith &#8211; Sydney Sixers &#8211; 33.3%



Hayden Kerr – Sydney Sixers &#8211; 6.1%



Cooper Connolly – Perth Scorchers &#8211; 55.5%



Mitch Owen – Hobart Hurricanes &#8211; 63.5%



Nikhil Chaudhary – Hobart Hurricanes &#8211; 74.3%



George Garton &#8211; Sydney Thunder &#8211; 0.4%



Aaron Hardie &#8211; Perth Scorchers &#8211; 9.5%



D’Arcy Short – Adelaide Strikers – 5%



Sam Konstas &#8211; Sydney Thunder &#8211; 30.6%



Added: Beau Webster, D’Arcy Short



Removed: Charlie Wakim, Joel Davies



Moved up: Matt Short



Moved down: Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Nikhil Chaudhary, Mitch Owen



Big Beau is the standout here, batting at 3 and bowling 3 or 4 overs. He’s currently low ownership but I expect him to be heavily traded in. It would be bold to go against him, he presents an excellent captaincy option in the final game of the round.



Matt Short has returned to the bowling crease, increasing his appeal. D’Arcy Short has also bowled in the last two games, including a 4-wicket haul against the Heat. The Strikers play at Optus Stadium though, which will be less favourable for spinners.



We’re yet to see Aaron Hardie bowl this tournament. However, reports are that he’s ready, so he’s a chance to roll the arm over playing at home. This also decreases the appeal of Cooper Connolly.



Currently at 9.5% ownership among the top 1% overall, Hardie has upside and may be worth a gamble.



Even though their double is finished, Nikhil Chaudhary and Mitch Owen could both be worth holding. Especially if they continue their respective roles with the ball tonight.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Bowlers</h2>



Tom Rogers &#8211; Melbourne Renegades &#8211; 65.3%



Spencer Johnson &#8211; Brisbane Heat &#8211; 43%



Xavier Bartlett &#8211; Brisbane Heat &#8211; 8.4%



Ben Dwarshuis – Sydney Sixers &#8211; 14.5%



Sean Abbott – Sydney Sixers &#8211; 14.5%



Jason Behrendorff – Perth Scorchers &#8211; 32.8%



Lance Morris &#8211; Perth Scorchers &#8211; 4.1%



Mark Steketee &#8211; Melbourne Stars &#8211; 0.2%



Riley Meredith – Hobart Hurricanes -59.1%



Added: Spencer Johnson, Lance Morris, Mark Steketee



Removed: Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis, Billy Stanlake



Moved up: Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett



Moved down: Riley Meredith



The Heat have a favourable bowling matchup at Marvel Oval this round, increasing the appeal of Spencer Johnson and Xavier Bartlett. Spencer hit a quickfire 20 last round in a huge boost to his score.



No Jhye Richardson increased the appeal of Lance Morris. Lance has also been great at home this season.



I’ve been back and forth on the best option between Dwarshuis and Abbott. Dwarshuis’ batting form sees him move up the list.



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Of the Hurricanes bowling contingent, I’d lean towards holding Meredith based on form.



Mark Steketee is a sneaky POD option, averaging 79.5 SC points following his 140-point performance in round 7.



Good luck for the final round!

Watchlist, round 9: Rising and falling player stocks

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