The 9th match of the Big Bash League will turn out to be a clash of the giants as Brisbane Heat are set to lock horns against Adelaide Strikers at one of the most prominent cathedrals of the sport-The Gabba. This will be the second game of the ongoing BBL season for the home side after they triumphed over Melbourne Stars on their home turf to win the opening game of the season.
The Adelaide Strikers, on the other hand, slipped up a bit after getting a defeat in their first game against Sydney Thunderby a narrow margin. However, the South Australian side made a comeback in their next game against Stars. Both sides will look forward to continue their winning momentum.
BBL|14, HEA vs STR:
- Date and Time:December 22: 8:15 am GMT / 7:15 pm local/ 1:45 pm IST
- Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
The Gabba Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Gabba is known to help pacers during the initial phases of the game. However, ball does come on to the bat as the game progresses. Therefore, one can expect an intense contest of the bat and bowl between the two sides. Teams generally prefer to bowl first at the Gabba. However, the pitch at the iconic ground can surprise the players at times.
HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Jimmy Peirson, Ollie Pope
- Batters: D’Arcy Short, Nathan McSweeney, Alex Ross, Max Bryant
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Matthew Short
- Bowlers: Xavier Bartlett, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton
HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Jamie Overton (c), Matthew Short (vc)
- Choice 2: Xavier Bartlett (c), Lloyd Pope (vc)
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HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Jake Weatherald, James Bazley, Matt Renshaw, Jack Wood
HEA vs STR Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 22, 08:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Brisbane Heat Squad: Colin Munro(c), Jimmy Peirson(wk), Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Daniel Drew, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Tom Whitney, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Jack Wildermuth, Tom Banton, Nathan McSweeney, Tom Straker
Adelaide Strikers Squad: Matthew Short(c), D’Arcy Short, Ollie Pope(wk), Alex Ross, James Bazley, Jamie Overton, Liam Scott, Henry Thornton, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Chris Lynn, Brendan Doggett, Liam Haskett, Harry Manenti
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