BBL Match Prediction | Big Bash League 2024-25 | Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers | Match 21 | Jan 03 – Can BH win against table-topper SS. 

BH vs SS Match Analysis

Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers will play each other in the Big Bash League 2024-25 21st game on January 03, 2025, at 01:05 PM BST at International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour.

The Brisbane Heat are facing difficulties, sitting in sixth place with only two wins from their five matches.

The Sydney Sixers are currently at the top of the standings with 8 points from five matches. Having already defeated the Heat in their previous meeting this season, the Sixers will be confident in their ability to repeat the victory against their underperforming opponents. 

BH vs SS Team Preview & Squads

Brisbane Heat

Brisbane Heat’s season has been a mix of highs and lows. They began strongly with two consecutive wins but have since struggled, losing three matches in a row, the most recent of which was against Melbourne StarsThe team will be relying on Nathan 

McSweeney to produce another match-winning performance. McSweeney, the team’s second-highest run-scorer with 129 runs from 5 innings, can anchor the innings and play crucial knocks when required

Matt Renshaw and Jimmy Peirson have provided stability at the crease and will be expected to keep things steady, while Max Bryant continues to be a key player for big hitting in the lower order. Bryant’s unbeaten 77 off 48 balls was vital in helping the Heat post a competitive total of 149-7 against the Stars after the top order collapsed.

With the ball, Xavier Bartlett has been reliable, taking 5 wickets in 5 innings at an economy rate of 8.25. Alongside Bartlett, Spencer Johnson will need to lead the bowling attack, especially considering the lack of experience in the rest of the lineup.

Brisbane Heat Squads

Brisbane Heat Squads

Tom Alsop, Max Bryant, Daniel Drew, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Colin Munro, Jimmy Peirson, Matt Renshaw, Nathan McSweeney, Michael Neser, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Will Prestwidge, Mitchell Swepson, Callum Vidler, Jack Wood, Tom Whitney.

Sydney Sixers

Sydney Sixers, after winning their first four matches, experienced their first defeat of the season against Hobart Hurricanes. Chasing a target of 162 in Hobart, they fell short, being dismissed for just 111.

However, the loss is unlikely to cause too much concern for the Sixers, as they have had a nearly flawless campaign up until now.

James Vince and Josh Philippe have been the team’s top run-scorers, with over 150 runs each in the three matches. Moises Henriques has also been in excellent form, accumulating 132 runs from 5 innings at a strike rate of 127.

The bowling attack has been led by Ben Dwarshuis, who has claimed 10 wickets in 5 innings at an economy rate of 8.25. Jackson Bird and Hayden Kerr have also contributed significantly, taking 12 wickets between them, with Bird recently registering career-best figures of 4-16 against Hobart.

Sydney Sixers Squads

Sydney Sixers Squads

Jack Edwards, Daniel Hughes, Kurtis Patterson, Josh Philippe, Jordan Silk, Steven Smith, James Vince, Sean Abbott, Moises Henriques, Hayden Kerr, Jackson Bird, Jafer Chohan, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Akeal Hosein, Ben Manenti, Todd Murphy, Mitchell Perry.

Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers outfield report 

International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour

The chasing team has won three of the four domestic T20 matches held at the International Sports Stadium. As a result, both captains will probably want to field first in this situation.

Partially cloudy conditions are expected, with the possibility of a brief shower or two in the afternoon. We should still receive the entire game, though.

The fast, well-kept pitch at Coffs Harbour’s International Sports Stadium is perfect for Twenty20 cricket. While spinners will find some turn and grip, pacers could expect strong bounce and carry.   

Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five matches, BH won 2 games and SS won two.

Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Sydney Sixers have a 56% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.