BH vs SS Live Score: There comes an exciting clash in BBL 13 as Brisbane Heat will lock horns with Sydney Sixers. In the last five matches between these two teams, it was the Heat who dominated the Sixers with three wins while the other two matches ended in no result. While in the head-to-head records, it’s the Sixers who dominate the Heat with 13 wins.
The Heat are leading the Points Table without losing a single fixture. They lost to Perth Scorchers in the final match which happened to be the reverse game. The Sixers leaped frogged the Scorchers to end in the top 2 with an astounding chase of 198 runs against all the odds at the furnace. Brisbane Heat will march into this clash as the less favorite team given their poor performances at this venue and especially against this opposition.
BH vs SS Teams Preview:
Brisbane Heat Preview:
Topping the league table was a cakewalk for Brisbane Heat until their winning streak was halted by Perth Scorchers in the final match, which also happened to be the reverse game. Despite the setback, their batting lineup appears slightly depleted for this crucial fixture.
National duties and overseas commitments have left Brisbane Heat without key players such as Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne. Overseas players Colin Munro and Sam Billings have also departed for ILT20. Jimmy Peirson showcased his ability to step up with a valuable contribution against the Scorchers, but filling the void left by these players is no small task.
In terms of bowling, Brisbane Heat boasts a diverse attack with the likes of swing bowler Michael Neser, left-armer Spencer Johnson, right-arm seamer Xavier Bartlett, left-arm offie Matthew Kuhnemann, and right-arm leggie Mitchell Swepson. Their bowling unit has been formidable, consistently preventing opponents from crossing the 170-run mark this season.
Brisbane Heat Predicted Playing XI:
Josh Brown, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Nathan McSweeney (c), Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Swepson.
Brisbane Heat Key Players from Previous Game (BBL 2023-2024):
- Batsmen:
- Jimmy Peirson: 41 runs (40 balls, SR: 102.5)
- Max Bryant: 29 runs (17 balls, SR: 170.59)
- Josh Brown: 29 runs (22 balls, SR: 131.82)
- Bowlers:
- Michael Neser: 3.0 overs, 21 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 7
- Xavier Bartlett: 4.0 overs, 27 runs, 1 wicket, Econ: 6.75
- Spencer Johnson: 4.0 overs, 35 runs, 1 wicket, Econ: 8.75
Sydney Sixers Preview:
Sydney Sixers, a T20 powerhouse, enters this clash with a few concerns. They haven’t beaten Brisbane Heat in their last five encounters, including recent meetings this season and the Challenger at the SCG, which dashed their hopes of clinching another title.
Furthermore, Sydney Sixers will miss the services of James Vince, adding to their list of absentees participating in ILT20. Kurtis Patterson will step in to fill Vince’s shoes as the opener, partnering with Daniel Hughes, a consistent performer for the Sixers.
While Josh Philippe is still finding form, Captain Moises Henriques managed to find his rhythm just in time for the knockouts with a splendid finish in the last league match against the Scorchers. Jordan Silk remains another key batter, and the onus is on the top and middle order to set the stage for a strong finish.
In the bowling department, Todd Murphy, Ben Dwarshuis, and Jackson Bird have been performing well, but they need support from the rest of the unit. Sydney Sixers, known for their champion mindset, will look to overcome challenges with the resources at their disposal.
Sydney Sixers Predicted Playing XI:
Daniel Hughes, Kurtis Patterson, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Steve O’Keefe, Todd Murphy.
Sydney Sixers Key Players from Previous Game (BBL 2023-2024):
- Batsmen:
- Daniel Hughes: 74 runs (43 balls, SR: 172.09)
- Moises Henriques: 47 runs (20 balls, SR: 235)
- Josh Philippe: 32 runs (23 balls, SR: 139.13)
- Bowlers:
- Ben Dwarshuis: 4.0 overs, 23 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 5.75
- Jackson Bird: 4.0 overs, 28 runs, 1 wicket, Econ: 7
- Todd Murphy: 2.0 overs, 17 runs, 1 wicket, Econ: 8.5
BH vs SS Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The Carrara Oval in the beautiful suburb of Carrara, Gold Coast, is set to host this crucial encounter. Known for its good sporting wickets, the pitch offers a fair contest between bat and ball. The weather forecast suggests a potentially cloudy and humid evening with a slim chance of a thunderstorm during the match.
Toss: To Bowl
Teams that have excelled at Carrara Oval usually prefer to field first. Sydney Sixers, having won four tosses at this venue, consistently chose to put the opposition into bat. Brisbane Heat, having opted to chase each time they won the toss here, wouldn’t likely argue against this tactic.
BH vs SS Winning Prediction:
Sydney Sixers, despite their recent struggles against Brisbane Heat, have demonstrated an ability to win big moments. Their victory against the Scorchers showcased their resilience. Despite being slightly depleted, the Sixers have the mindset to upstage even the strongest Brisbane Heat side they’ve faced in recent years.
Our prediction is for Sydney Sixers to emerge victorious in this closely contested encounter. Get ready for a thrilling match as these cricketing giants clash in the BBL 13, promising fans an evening full of excitement and unpredictable moments.
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