BH vs MS Match Preview

It's early in the Big Bash League 2024-25 season, and the Melbourne Stars will face the Brisbane Heat in the fourth game. The Melbourne Stars will face pressure after losing to the Perth Scorchers in their season opener. The Brisbane Heat will look to get off to a strong start during the tournament. They are the reigning champs and will look to continue where they left off last season. 

BH vs MS Match Details

Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars – 04th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Richmond

Date & Time: 18th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

BH vs MS Venue Stats

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

BH vs MS 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 MS Weather Report

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

BH vs MS Last Five Matches

MS ( Melbourne Stars )	L L L L W
BH ( Brisbane Heat )	W W L L W

BH vs MS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	BH Won	MS 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 MS Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Colin Munro (c), Jimmy Peirson (wk), Tom Alsop, Matt Renshaw, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Will Prestwidge, Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Spencer Johnson

Topmost Picks for BH vs MS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Marcus Stoinis –  Marcus Stoinis has struggled for consistency heading into this department, regardless we are going to stick with him as he scored 243 runs in the last campaign which makes him our top pick in the upcoming game.
• Peter Siddle – Peter Siddle has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Melbourne Stars heading into this campaign.

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Colin Munro – Colin Munro is one of the most consistent batsmen for the Brisbane Heat and has scored 1747 runs for them at an average of 29.61.
• Spencer Johnson –  The experience of Spencer Johnson 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 MS Dream11 Team:

Joe Clarke, Colin Munro, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis(C), Matt Renshaw, Tom Curran, Paul Walter, Adam Milne, Peter Siddle, Xavier Bartlett(VC), Mitchell Swepson

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

Joe Clarke, Jimmy Peirson, Colin Munro, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran(C), Paul Walter(VC), Adam Milne, Peter Siddle, Beau Webster, Mitchell Swepson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran

Vice-captain – Xavier Bartlett, Paul Walter

Wicketkeeper – Joe Clarke

BH vs MS Probable Winners:

The Melbourne Stars began the season with a loss. The team struggled with the bat in the previous edition, and their opening game did not improve matters. The Brisbane Heat have a formidable batting lineup and a stellar record when facing the Melbourne Stars. They are the defending champions, so they will have an advantage early on. Considering the team combination, Brisbane Heat is expected to win this match.