Brisbane Heat will face Sydney Thunder in the 16th match of the BBL 2023 season on Wednesday, December 27, at the Brisbane Cricket Ground. Both teams head into this encounter buoyed by victories in their previous matches and will aim to continue their winning momentum.
In their recent outing against Melbourne Renegades, Brisbane Heat secured a commanding six-wicket win, displaying their prowess. Similarly, Sydney Thunder clinched a victory against Melbourne Stars in their last game, showcasing their form and determination.
| Match Details | |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder, Big Bash League 2023-24 |
| Venue | Brisbane Cricket Ground, Brisbane |
| Date & Time | Wednesday, December 27, 1:45 PM (IST) |
| Head-to-Head Record (HEA vs THU) | |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 19 |
| Brisbane Heat Won | 12 |
| Sydney Thunder Won | 7 |
Pitch and Conditions: The pitch at the Brisbane Cricket Ground is anticipated to offer support to the bowlers, particularly favoring the pacers. Batsmen will need to exhibit patience, especially with the new ball. The toss-winning team might opt to bowl first, considering the conditions.
Predicted Playing XIs: Brisbane Heat (HEA): Colin Munro (c), Josh Brown, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Sam Billings (wk), Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Swepson
Sydney Thunder (THU): Cameron Bancroft, Alex Hales, Matthew Gilkes (wk), Oliver Davies, Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Chris Green (c), Nathan McAndrew, Liam Hatcher, Zaman Khan, Tanveer Sangha
Probable Key Performers for HEA vs THU: Best Batter: Matt Renshaw With an unbeaten 49-run innings in the previous game, Matt Renshaw showcased his batting prowess. He will aim to replicate a similar impactful performance in the upcoming match.
Best Bowler: Paul Walter Brisbane Heat’s Paul Walter, having claimed three crucial wickets in the previous game, appears in stellar form. The team will rely on his bowling expertise to make an impact in the upcoming fixture.
Stay tuned for an exciting clash between Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder as both sides seek to outshine each other in the BBL 2023 tournament.
