HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Challenger Match - Cricket Winner

HEA vs STR Match Preview

Brisbane Heat will face Adelaide Strikers in the Challenger fixture of the 2023/24 Big Bash League on Monday, with the two teams competing for a spot in Wednesday’s final against the Sydney Sixers. Brisbane Heat lost to the Sydney Sixers on Friday, while the Strikers defeated the reigning champions Perth Scorchers on Saturday. The Brisbane Heat were unbeaten two games ago, but were defeated by the Perth Scorchers by 35 runs and the Sydney Sixers by 29 runs. Their squad appears to be particularly weak with the bat, but their bowling attack may be enough to carry them to the final. Adelaide Strikers have been crushing opponents in recent matches, but defeating Perth Scorchers by 50 runs in a knockout match sent a strong message to the remaining teams in the BBL. The Strikers will have no fear of facing the Brisbane Heat.

HEA vs STR Match Details

Brisbane Heat vs Adelaide Strikers – Challenger Match

Venue: Carrara Oval – Gold Coast

Date & Time: 22nd January 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar

HEA vs STR Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	180
Avg 2nd inn score	177
Win% batting 1st	52
Win% batting 2nd	48

HEA vs STR Pitch Report

We saw 18 wickets fall at this venue in the Qualifier on Friday, and we expect bowlers to dominate again in this match, with a par score of 160-165.

HEA vs STR Weather Report

The weather forecast for Monday’s game is very humid. We anticipate very cloudy conditions, with a real possibility of a thunderstorm or two disrupting the match.

HEA vs STR Last Five Matches

HEA ( Brisbane Heat )	L L W W W
STR ( Adelaide Strikers )	W W W W W

HEA vs STR Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	HEA Won	STR Won	Tie	NR
Overall	19	9	9	0	1
Last 5	5	3	1	0	1

Injury News

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

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HEA vs STR Probable Playing XIs:

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Josh Brown, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann

Adelaide Strikers Probable Playing XIs

Matthew Short (c), D’Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Adam Hose, Thomas Kelly, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen (wk), Henry Thornton, David Payne, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope

Topmost Picks for HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Jimmy Peirson- the keeper-batter hit another two boundaries in his 26 runs from 25 balls at the top of the order in the defeat against Sydney Sixers.
• Michael Neser- the bowling all-rounder has come into form towards the end of this campaign with seven wickets from his last three games.

Top Picks – Adelaide Strikers

• Matthew Short- although the skipper made only a run a ball 13 on Saturday but is still averaging an impressive 65.25 in this competition.
• Lloyd Pope- there is no bowler in stronger form than the 24 year old who has returned figures of 4/22 and 4/24 in the wins over Sydney Thunder and Perth Scorchers.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for HEA vs STR Dream11 Team:

Jimmy Peirson, Harry Nielsen, Josh Brown, D’Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Matthew Short(C), Paul Walter, Michael Neser, David Payne, Cameron Boyce, Xavier Bartlett(VC)

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for HEA vs STR Dream11 Team:

Jimmy Peirson, Josh Brown, D’Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald(VC), Matthew Short, Paul Walter, Michael Neser(C), David Payne, Cameron Boyce, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Michael Neser, Matthew Short

Vice-captain – Xavier Bartlett, Jake Weatherald

Wicketkeeper – Jimmy Peirson

HEA vs STR Probable Winners:

Lloyd Pope has been unplayable for Adelaide Strikers in recent games, but the Carrara Oval may not be the most conducive to spin bowling. On the other hand, we know Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, and Spencer Johnson will be eager to bowl again on this pitch following their performances in the play-offs against the Sixers. We predict a close match, with the Brisbane Heat winning and advancing to the final. Considering the team combination, Brisbane Heat is expected to win this match.