On Thursday, Brisbane Heat will take on Hobart Hurricanes in the 36th match of the Big Bash League 2024/25. It’s a must-win game for the Brisbane Heat to keep themselves in the Playoffs race. On the other hand, Hobart Hurricanes who already qualified for the Playoffs, need a win from their remaining two matches to secure a spot in the Qualifier.
It’s good to have you back Skip 🧢
Watch #REIGNITE 👉https://t.co/xhAPOExroJ#BBL14 | @Uz_Khawaja pic.twitter.com/ixlGy0yqWr
— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) January 16, 2025
Match Details:
Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes, Match 36
Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
Date & Time: January 16th at 2:00 PM IST and 6:30 PM Local Time
Live Telecast & Streaming: Star Sports Network & Disney+hotstar
What is the Pitch Report for HEA vs HUR, Big Bash League 2024/25, Match 36?
The surface is well known for offering excellent bounce and carry, while batters who spend considerable time in the middle can make huge runs. The teams batting first have been lacking in posting winning scores lately. Considering the recent results, anything more than 180 is a good score.
Recent form:
Brisbane Heat: Lost, Won, NR, Lost, Lost
Hobart Hurricanes: Won, Won, NR, Won, Won
HEA vs HUR, Big Bash League 2024/25, Match 36 Probable Winners:
Hobart Hurricanes are expected to win this match.
What is the Expected, Probable Playing XIs for HEA vs HUR, Big Bash League 2024/25, Match 36?
Brisbane Heat
Usman Khawaja (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Tom Alsop (wk), Michael Neser / Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson.
Hobart Hurricanes
Mitchell Owen, Caleb Jewell, Charlie Wakim, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jake Doran, Matthew Wade (wk), Tim David, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis (c), Peter Hatzoglou, Riley Meredith.
“THAT’S NOT OUT”
Mic’d up with @marnus3cricket in the Gabba Nets🎙️#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/SVdboOsK7b
— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) January 16, 2025
Injury Updates:
Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro has been ruled out of this match as he is yet to fully recover from the dislocated finger that he sustained against Adelaide Strikers on Saturday. Paul Walter returns to the squad after recovering from a minor shoulder complaint.
Hobart Hurricanes: Billy Stanlake will miss the remainder of the tournament due to a shoulder injury.
What are the Fantasy Cricket Top Picks, Players for HEA vs HUR, Big Bash League 2024/25, Match 36?
Top Pick – Batter
Tim David has remained unbeaten in his last 3 innings, making the scores of 24*, 68* and 62* where all those have come in the winning causes.
Top Pick – All-Rounder
Matt Renshaw is the second leading run-scorer for Brisbane Heat in the tournament, having made 200 runs in 7 matches at an average of 33.33 with the top score of 54.
Our man Gus is coming for you @HeatBBL pic.twitter.com/75uqT0x1QI
— Hobart Hurricanes (@HurricanesBBL) January 15, 2025
Top Pick – Bowler
Riley Meredith is the most successful bowler for Hobart Hurricanes in the BBL 2024/25, claiming 11 wickets in 7 matches with the best figures of 3 for 27.
Top Pick – Wicketkeeper
Matthew Wade recorded his highest score in the BBL 2024/25 with a match-winning 36 from 23 balls against Melbourne Renegades which included 5 fours and a six.
X-Factor:
Nathan McSweeney is closing in on the 200-run mark in the BBL 2024/25. In 6 matches so far, he made 179 runs at an average of 35.8 with the best score of 78*.
What are the Fantasy Suggested Teams for HEA vs HUR, Big Bash League 2024/25, Match 36?
1. Matthew Wade, Marnus Labuschagne, Max Bryant, Tim David, Nathan McSweeney (c), Mitchell Owen, Matt Renshaw, Nikhil Chaudhary (vc), Xavier Bartlett, Riley Meredith, Nathan Ellis.
2. Matthew Wade, Usman Khawaja, Max Bryant, Tim David (vc), Nathan McSweeney, Mitchell Owen, Matt Renshaw, Nikhil Chaudhary, Riley Meredith (c), Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann.
Next stop: The Gabba, to take on the
Heat on January 16th 🚂 pic.twitter.com/JyQg9mELEj
— Hobart Hurricanes (@HurricanesBBL) January 15, 2025
Pre-Match Analysis:
Brisbane Heat will be boosted by the arrival of Aussie Internationals Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne. The duo is set to feature for the first time this season, as the Heat require their services in their bid to reach the finals.
Hobart Hurricanes are enjoying a prolonged success in the BBL 2024/25, winning 6 matches on the bounce to cement their place in the finals day. They pulled off some extraordinary performances throughout and the results show how good they are. Currently, with 6 wins, one loss, and no result, they are placed 2nd in the standings with 13 points.
They relied on their experienced guns, Matthew Wade (36) and Tim David (24*), who didn’t disappoint in the crucial phase and helped the team to achieve a 154 run-target against Melbourne Renegades.
