BH vs SYT Match Preview
Colin Munro has been in exceptional form as the opener for Brisbane Heat and currently holds the highest number of runs in the tournament. It is highly likely that he will continue to open the batting alongside Josh Brown. However, Brown is yet to make a significant contribution with the bat. In the previous match, Sam Billings and Matt Renshaw displayed outstanding performances, and their partnership played a crucial role in securing the Heat's victory.
The bowling department has been a major strength for Brisbane this season. Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, and Mitchell Swepson have all been outstanding, each taking 6 wickets and placing them among the top 5 wicket-takers in the tournament. Michael Neser, Matthew Kuhnemann, and Spencer Johnson also form a formidable bowling attack. Overall, the Brisbane Heat possesses a well-balanced squad.
Cameron Bancroft and Alex Hales provided a strong start for the team in the previous match and will aim to replicate their performance. Bancroft has been one of the leading run-scorers in the tournament. The middle order comprises of talented batsmen such as Oliver Davies, Jason Sangha, and Alex Ross.
Although each of them has shown promise, it is crucial for at least one of them to stay at the crease until the end overs. Daniel Sams is an exceptional all-rounder who can fulfill the role of a finisher. In the last game, he displayed his bowling skills by taking 4 wickets.
Sams will join Zaman Khan and Liam Hatcher in the seam attack, while Tanveer Sangha and Chris Green will lead the spin attack. Despite having skilled individual players, the Sydney Thunder must improve their teamwork if they wish to maintain their winning streak.
Weather Report
There is no rain expected and we should not have any interruptions.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Gabba is excellent to bat on. The surface offers a good amount of pace and bounce, allowing the batsmen to play their shots with ease. The team batting first will look to score over 200 runs. However, as the match goes on, the pitch does slow down a bit, and helps the spinners to get some turn.
Notable stats
Colin Munro: In Prime Form
Colin Munro is the leading run-scorer of this tournament with 157 runs. He has an average of 78.50 and a strike rate of 160.20.
Team News
There are no updates regarding injuries from either side.
BH vs SYT Probable 11
BH Playing 11
- Colin Munro (C)
- Josh Brown
- Nathan McSweeney
- Matt Renshaw
- Sam Billings (Wk)
- Paul Walter
- Michael Neser
- Xavier Bartlett
- Spencer Johnson
- Matthew Kuhnemann
- Mitchell Swepson
SYT Playing 11
- Cameron Bancroft (Wk)
- Alex Hales
- Alex Ross
- Jason Sangha
- Oliver Davies
- Daniel Sams
- Nathan McAndrew (C)
- Chris Green
- Liam Hatcher
- Tanveer Sangha
- Zaman Khan
Dream11 Prediction
We are backing the Brisbane Heat to win this match. They have been clinical in their performance so far and are deservedly sitting at the top of the table. They have one of the most balanced squads this season and are likely to continue with the good form. However, Sydney Thunder were excellent in their latest match and will likely put up a good fight.
Top Picks
Daniel Sams: A quality all-rounder, Sams has picked up 105 runs in his BBL career and has also scored 755 runs.
Paul Walter: Paul Walter is among the leading wicket-takers for Brisbane this season with 6 wickets. He has also scored 36 runs.
Cameron Bancroft: Cameron Bancroft is the leading run-scorer for the Sydney Thunder. He has scored 129 runs at a strike rate of 138.70 and an average of 43.00.
BH vs SYT Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: C Bancroft, S Billings
Batters: A Hales, O Davies, C Munro
All-rounders: D Sams (VC), M Neser, P Walter (C)
Bowlers: M Swepson, X Bartlett, Z Khan
