Brisbane Heat's quest to continue dominance
| Date | January 01, 2024 |
| Time | 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| Format | ODI |
| Series | Big Bash League 2023-24 |
Betting Odds
Our Predictions
- Colin Munro has odds of 2.72 to be Brisbane Heat's best batsman.
- Josh Phillippe has odds of 3.45 to be Sydney Sixers' best batsman
- Xavier Bartlett has odds of 4.40 to be Brisbane Heat's best bowler
- Sean Abbott has odds of 2.98 to be Sydney Sixers' best bowler
MATCH PREVIEW
We are in the most crucial stage of the Big Bash League 2023-24. The points table is taking shape, and the 22nd game between the Brisbane Heat and the Sydney Sixers will be crucial for both teams. In their previous game, Brisbane Heat defeated the Sydney Thunder, and they sit at the top of the points table. Most cricket betting sites consider them one of the favorites to win the title, and the side will look to continue with the same momentum. The Sixers were unlucky to have shared points in the last game against Thunder after rain stopped play. They have lost only once and will fight hard against the Brisbane Heat in this game.
Brisbane Heat Preview
It has been an excellent season for Colin Munro's team. The 15-run win against the Sydney Thunder has pushed them to the top of the points table. They are one of the favourite teams on cricket betting apps. Key players have done well this season, and Munro would like to use this momentum to strengthen their claim for a berth in the playoffs.
Josh Brown and Colin Munro have done well as a pair at the top. The side will need a strong show from them at the top. The side has a formidable middle order and expects partnerships between Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, and Sam Billings. Xavier Bartlett and Paul Walter are good finishers, and the side will expect runs from them.
The new ball pair of Spencer Johnson and Michael Neser has provided a good start in most games, and the team will expect the same here. The side will expect a good show from Paul Walter and Xavier Bartlett in the middle overs. Matthew Kuhnemann and Mitchell Swepson add variety to the attack, making it strong.
Expected Starting XI for Brisbane Heat
Colin Munro (c), Nathan McSweeney, Josh Brown, Sam Billings (wk), Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Michael Neser, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann
Sydney Sixers Preview
Moises Henriques' side was in a strong position in their last game against the Sydney Thunder when rain stopped play. The side has done well so far, with three consecutive wins at the start of the season. Key players on the side are in good form and will have to put in their best effort to win this game.
They have a strong opening combination in Josh Phillippe and James Vince, and the side will expect an electrifying start from the pair. Moises Henriques has to lead from the front, and he will need to build partnerships with Jordan Silk and Kurtis Patterson. Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, and Sean Abbott add depth to the batting line-up, and the side will need a good show from them.
Jackson Bird and Sean Abbott must get the early breakthroughs for the side, as the Brisbane Heat batsmen are in good form. Ben Dwarshuis has done well in this tournament and must do well in the middle overs with Joel Davies. Henriques and Edwards will have to deliver the goods in the supporting role.
Expected Starting XI for Sydney Sixers
Moises Henriques (c), James Vince, Josh Philippe (wk), Jordan Silk, Kurtis Patterson, Jack Edwards, Sean Abbott, Joel Davies, Jackson Bird, Todd Murphy, Ben Dwarshuis
TOSS: To Bowl First
We expect weather to be crucial at the toss as there are predictions for rain. The side chasing the score shall have an advantage in a rain-curtailed game. Hence, we expect the side winning the score to have no hesitation in bowling first in this game.
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
We expect rain at Brisbane, and the overcast conditions will make it challenging for the batsmen on this wicket. Fast bowlers have done well on this wicket, and they will enjoy bowling under the cloud cover. A score of 150-160 runs will be good on this surface under these conditions.
OUR PREDICTION
The Sydney Sixers face their toughest challenge of the season in this game and must put up their best show. They lost both games against Brisbane Heat last season and need to overcome those defeats. Brisbane Heat are in good form, and they know the conditions well in their backyard, giving them an edge.
Our Prediction is for Brisbane Heat to win
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