There is another consideration "pj" (pool joker) , and it may be the one I'd choose against a top level player. The bank is a good, aggressive choice, it just depends on your skill level and the odds of getting shape. As a rule, I won't shoot a 70% shot with a 70% chance of getting shape on the next ball.
This would create a success rate of under 50%, which is not prudent in a critical position (let's say a Hill/Hill game). The chances of leaving a tough shot if the bank is missed is very slim. It would almost be a "due or die" scenario.
Thinning the right side of the 6 Ball is risky, and I may not want to risk leaving a dead combination, or an easy safety retaliation from my opponent (he may be able to slow roll the 6 Ball past the 8 and really lock me up, frozen on the 8 Ball).
Line up the center cue ball to the left edge of the object ball, then pivot two TIPs to the left (using your back hand)......then play the object ball to the diamond between the side and corner pocket with speed to land the object ball on the opposite end rail
When you do this it will kick the 8 Ball into the 7 Ball and hopefully to the end rail opposite the 6 Ball. This leaves a much more difficult shot for your opponent.
This may seem advanced, however, I would start out in this position and play anyone in the world as long as they would bet on it.
I like this it is very creative, I will try it out tonight.