BH vs AS Match Preview

We had some good games in the first week of the Big Bash League 2024-25. The Brisbane Heat will begin the second week with a home opener against the Adelaide Strikers in the ninth match. Both squads will be confident after winning their previous games. The Brisbane Heat annihilated the Melbourne Stars, while the Adelaide Strikers won the same match. The Brisbane Heat have dominated the Adelaide Strikers in recent seasons, winning three straight against them. The team plays that home and the fans will root for them. The Adelaide Strikers have not looked persuasive in either game. 

BH vs AS Match Details

Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers – 09th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: The Gabba, Woolloongabba

Date & Time: 22th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

BH vs AS Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	177
Avg 2nd inn score	169
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

BH vs AS Pitch Report

The pitch is ideal for batting because the ball comes easily onto the bat. Bowlers have a difficult time here, and the side that bats first must keep a target score of 130 runs in mind, as the average first-innings score is 183.

BH vs AS Weather Report

There will be clear skies, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

BH vs AS Last Five Matches

AS ( Adelaide Strikers )	L L L L W
BH ( Brisbane Heat )	W W L L W

BH vs AS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	BH Won	AS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	13	8	5	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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BH vs AS Probable Playing XIs:

Adelaide Strikers Probable Playing XIs

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Mitchell Swepson (c), Jack Wood, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Max Bryant, Matt Renshaw, Daniel Drew, Paul Walter, Will Prestwidge, Xavier Bartlett, Tom Whitney, Matthew Kuhnemann

Topmost Picks for BH vs AS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Adelaide Strikers

• D’Arcy Short –  D’Arcy Short is one of the most consistent batsmen in the BBL. He has scored 3010 runs in his career at an average of 35.41.
• Henry Thornton – Henry Thornton has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Adelaide Strikers heading into this campaign.

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Jimmy Peirson – Peirson struck a half-century and appeared to be in fine form.
• Xavier Bartlett –  The experience of Xavier Bartlett would once again be key for the Brisbane Heat this season. With 16 wickets he was the leading wicket taker for his side.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BH vs AS Dream11 Team:

Jimmy Peirson, Max Bryant, D'Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Matt Renshaw, Matthew Short(C), Paul Walter, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Mitchell Swepson, Xavier Bartlett(VC)

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for BH vs AS Dream11 Team:

Jimmy Peirson, Max Bryant, D'Arcy Short(VC), Jake Weatherald, Matt Renshaw, Matthew Short, Jack, Jamie Overton(C), Lloyd Pope, Mitchell Swepson, Xavier Bartlett

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Matthew Short, Jamie Overton

Vice-captain – Xavier Bartlett, D'Arcy Short

Wicketkeeper – Jimmy Peirson

BH vs AS Probable Winners:

Adelaide Strikers' batting has yet to find form. In both games, their top and middle lineups appear rusty. The team expects a better performance from its batting as the Brisbane Heat test them. The Brisbane Heat's openers are in good form, and their bowling attack will thrive in these conditions. It gives them an advantage in the game. Considering the team combination, Brisbane Heat is expected to win this match.