Jonathan Wells moves up two places with 306 runs whereas Josh Lalor makes entry to the top ten with 11 scalps .
Dwayne Bravo’s return will occupy all the attention and add to Ireland’s troubles.
The final finalist spot will be decided when the Challengers and the Royals clash in the second Qualifier.
Perth Scorchers will host table toppers Melbourne Stars for Match 37 of the 2019 BBL at Perth Stadium.
Sydney Thunder will take on Melbourne Renegades for Match 37 on January 15 at Manuka Oval, Canberra.
West Indies have included Dwayne Bravo in their squad; Root missed nets ahead of the Port Elizabeth Test; and the Royals will play the Challengers in Qualifier 2 of the BPL, the winner among whom will face the Tigers in the final.
Sams continued to lead as Jhye Richardson reached fifth place. On the other hand, Mitchell Marsh reached second spot but is still 131 runs behind Stoinis.
Kuldeep Yadav is on 99 ODI wickets and Pat Cummins on 96.
It’s the first of an out-of-context ODI in a three-match series, but both sides will be desperate to win.
Brisbane and Adelaide clash with both sides needing a win to keep pace with the two.