SCO vs HEA Match Preview

The Brisbane Heat face the Perth Scorchers in Match 32 of the 2023/24 Big Bash League on Wednesday evening at the Gabba. Top of the table and still unbeaten, the Brisbane Heat have set the pace this season, with the Perth Scorchers, champions of the 2021/22 and 2022/23 BBL, three points behind them and with a game in hand. Despite scoring only 132/7 in their last game, the Brisbane Heat were able to win thanks to their bowling attack. However, if they are to keep their unbeaten streak, they will need to score more runs in this match. Many pundits were surprised when the Perth Scorchers were soundly defeated by the Adelaide Strikers in Match 27, but Aaron Hardie’s side returned to form against the Sydney Thunder on Monday. They will face the top-of-the-table team with confidence.

SCO vs HEA Match Details

Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat – 32th Match

Venue: The Gabba – Brisbane

Date & Time: 10th January 2024 at 02:10 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar

SCO vs HEA Venue Stats

SCO vs HEA Pitch Report

The pitch at the Gabba has become more difficult to bat on as the tournament has progressed. We can expect a two-paced surface with a par score of no more than 155.

SCO vs HEA Weather Report

Due to the wet weather, DLS was required in the previous game at this venue, with no balls bowled. There may be some rain early in this match, but after that, dry and humid conditions are expected.

SCO vs HEA Last Five Matches

SCO vs HEA Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SCO vs HEA Probable Playing XIs:

Perth Scorchers Probable Playing XIs

Zak Crawley, Sam Whiteman, Aaron Hardie (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Laurie Evans, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Josh Brown, Colin Munro, Usman Khawaja (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Sam Billings (wk), Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann

Topmost Picks for SCO vs HEA Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Perth Scorchers

• Zak Crawley – The England international has a strong record in Australia and he hit eight fours to get his side off to a strong start in the chase against Sydney Thunder.
• Ashton Agar – The all-format Australia international was in exceptional form at the Sydney Sydney Showground Stadium where he dismissed Matthew Gilkes and Alex Ross.

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Colin Munro – The 36 year old opener will not have to captain the team in this game and instead can focus on scoring runs. He needs 56 to bring up 10500 T20 runs.
• Xavier Bartlett – After taking only five wickets from six games in last year’s BBL, the 25 year old has already taken 13 wickets from the same number of matches so far in BBL 2023-24.

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

Josh Inglis, Sam Billings, Colin Munro, Zak Crawley, Laurie Evans, Aaron Hardie(C), Paul Walter(VC), Michael Neser, Spencer Johnson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff

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

Josh Inglis(VC), Sam Billings, Colin Munro(C), Zak Crawley, Laurie Evans, Aaron Hardie, Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Xavier Bartlett, Jason Behrendorff

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aaron Hardie, Colin Munro

Vice-captain – Paul Walter, Josh Inglis

Wicketkeeper – Josh Inglis

SCO vs HEA Probable Winners:

This game has all the makings of a classic, with the first-place team facing the champions in second, and there’s a chance of rain early on to heighten the tension. Brisbane Heat have been unstoppable so far this season, but we expect the Perth Scorchers to be their toughest opponents. Perth Scorchers were impressive with both bat and ball against the Sydney Thunder on Monday, and we believe they will win again in this match. Considering the team combination, Perth Scorchers is expected to win this match.

SCO vs HEA, Final Preview

Perth Scorchers take on Brisbane Heat in the 2022-23 Big Bash League Final on Saturday evening. The Scorchers won the tournament last year, finished top of the group stage, and beat Sydney Sixers in the Qualifier on January 28th. Brisbane Heat defeated the Sixers in Thursday’s Challenger at the SCG. Perth Scorchers were the best team in BBL11 and need one more victory to make it back-to-back titles. In front of their home fans, they will be very hard to beat in this match. Brisbane Heat has won many admirers with their switch in form from mid-January onwards. However, this final match may prove too much for them against the current holders.

SCO vs HEA, Final Details

Perth Scorchers vs Brisbane Heat – Final

Venue: Perth Stadium – Perth

Date & Time: 04th February 2023 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SCO vs HEA, Final Pitch Report

Quick bowlers have had the most joy on this pitch during BBL12. There is pace in the wicket but it is not always that easy for batting on. A par score will be around 165 – 170. The forecast is for a fine and clear evening in Perth after a very warm day.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

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SCO vs HEA, Final Probable Playing XIs:

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Josh Brown, Sam Heazlett, Sam Hain, Max Bryant, Nathan McSweeney, Jimmy Peirson (c) (wk), Michael Neser, James Bazley, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson, Xavier Bartlett

Perth Scorchers Probable Playing XIs

Stephen Eskinazi, Cameron Bancroft, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Nick Hobson, Cooper Connolly, Andrew Tye, David Payne, Jason Behrendorff, David Payne

Topmost Picks for SCO vs HEA Dream11 Prediction, Final:

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Michael Neser – The experienced bowling all-rounder was the Player of the Match in the Challenger. He took 2-28 before hitting 48 not out to take his team to this final.

• Josh Brown – The 29 year old right-hander hit two sixes and one four at the top of the order in the successful chase against Sydney Sixers and gave the innings a much needed boost.

Top Picks – Perth Scorchers

• Cameron Bancroft – The right-handed opener came into the team a third of the way through the campaign and has scored 342 runs at an average of 57.

• Andrew Tye – The 36 year old pace bowler has an excellent record in the BBL across all seasons and has had another fine campaign, leading the attack. 

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

Jimmy Peirson, Josh Inglis, Cameron Bancroft(C), Ashton Turner, Nathan McSweeney, Michael Neser, James Bazley, Aaron Hardie, Andrew Tye(VC), Jason Behrendorff, Matthew Kuhnemann

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

Josh Inglis, Cameron Bancroft, Ashton Turner, Josh Brown, Nathan McSweeney, Michael Neser(C), James Bazley, Aaron Hardie(VC), Andrew Tye, David Payne, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Cameron Bancroft, Michael Neser

Vice-captain – Aaron Hardie, Andrew Tye

Wicketkeeper – Jimmy Peirson

SCO vs HEA Final Probable winners:

Brisbane Heat should not be discounted ahead of this game due to their recent run of form. However, player for player, and looking at performances over the entire tournament, Perth Scorchers are the top team. This is the first time in three seasons that Sydney Sixers have not made the BBL final but these two teams certainly deserve to be contesting this match. This will be the third year in a row that Perth Scorchers are in the final and that experience could prove critical. Considering the team combination, Perth Scorchers is expected to win this match.

The BBL Final is a journey of two contrasting teams. The Perth Scorchers have easily been the best yet again as they marched through to the Finals without too many blips. Brisbane Heat though were at the bottom of the table mid-way, but now with seven wins in eight games they are in their first Final in 10 years. They surpassed all odds to come through the hard way, and will have to surpass a lot more odds if they are to beat the Scorchers in the Finals.

The Scorchers depth has been very good this season. They’ve had some young talent come in and step up. Brisbane though cannot feel the same way about their side. Without the national players, they struggled early on, and even against Sydney Sixers, until Michael Neser pulled of a blinder. With a sell-out crowd ahead, the heat is on for the Finals.

SCO vs HEA Match Details

Date: February 4th 2023

Time:  2:00 PM IST

Venue: Perth

SCO vs HEA Weather Report

The Weather at Perth is pretty good for the upcoming game.

SCO vs SIX Pitch Report

A flat track at Perth is expected and batting second will be a better option.

SCO vs HEA head-to-Head

Played- 20 | Brisbane Heat -7 | Perth Scorchers- 13 | No Result- 0 | Tie- 0

SCO vs HEA Predicted Playing XI

Brisbane Heat Playing XI

Sam Heazlett, Josh Brown, Nathan McSweeney, Sam Hain, Jimmy Peirson (capt, wk), Max Bryant, Michael Neser, James Bazley, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matt Kuhnemann

Perth Scorchers Playing XI

Cameron Bancroft, Stephan Eskinazi, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

SCO vs HEA Key Players

Spencer Johnson

Despite not standing out in the wickets column, Spencer Johnson has been a break-out star this season. He has the pace, and with early wickets really important when facing a big team in the Finals, Spencer Johnson has a huge opportunity to make an impact on the game.

Jason Behrendorff

With Trent Boult out, Jason Behrendorff stepped up nicely as the left-arm pacer up front. He is getting the ball to move well and his form has helped Perth Scorchers fall in place after a relatively slow start in their tournament.

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SCO vs HEA Match Tips

Brisbane Heat came in with a lot of heart while Perth Scorchers have looked flawless so far. While the Scorchers are clear favorites, Brisbane Heat has done enough to prove that they can surprise, and that could give them a chance here in the Finals.

Match Prediction: Brisbane Heat Will Win the Match

A hot streak for the Scorchers was snapped by the Thunder. Scorchers though are unlikely to be concerned. They are still well settled and will be confident in their ability to get back to a winning run. With Brisbane Heat against them, Scorchers are likely to feel more confident given Brisbane’s shaky form.

SCO vs HEA Match Details

Date: January 7th 2023

Time:  3:45 PM IST

Venue: Perth

SCO vs HEA Weather Report

The Weather at Perth is pretty good for the upcoming game.

SCO vs HEA Pitch Report

A flat track at Perth is expected and batting second will be a better option.

SCO vs HEA Head-to-Head

Played- 18 | Brisbane Heat -7 | Perth Scorchers – 11 | No Result- 0 | Tie- 0

SCO vs HEA Predicted Playing XI

Brisbane Heat Playing XI

Aaron Finch, Martin Guptill, Nic Maddinson, Shaun Marsh, Peter Handscomb, Andre Russell, Will Sutherland, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Kane Richardson, Jack Prestwidge, Akeal Hossein

Perth Scorchers Playing XI

Faf Du Plessis, Cameron Bancroft, Adam Lyth, Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner, Aaron Hardie, Jason Behrendorff, Jhye Richardson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Tymal Mills

SCO vs HEA Key Players

Colin Munro

The Brisbane Team has very few superstars with players on national duty. Colin Munro therefore has a huge role as he looks to lift a team with some wonderful domestic talents.

Josh Inglis

Josh Inglis has enjoyed an extended run in the national team and is rising up the ladder among the leading wicket-keeping batters in the country. He is an asset in the middle-order and can be really consistent in T20 Cricket when he gets going.

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SCO vs HEA Match Tips

Heat continue to struggle despite winning recent games. Scorchers though look more settled and should remain favorites coming into this game.

Match Prediction: Perth Scorchers Will Win the Match