The 21st match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 promises an exciting clash between the Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers at the International Sports Stadium in Coffs Harbour. Brisbane Heat currently occupy the 7th spot on the points table with 4 points, but their form has been concerning, suffering three consecutive defeats, including a recent 5-wicket loss to the Melbourne Stars. On the other hand, Sydney Sixers lead the table with 8 points, boasting four wins from five matches. However, they too are looking to bounce back after a heavy 50-run defeat to the Hobart Hurricanes in their last outing.

Match Details: BBL|14, HEA vs SIX

• Date and Time: January 3: 7:05 am GMT / 12:35 pm IST/ 6:05 pm local
• Venue: International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour

International Sports Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at the International Sports Stadium in Coffs Harbour is traditionally known to favor bowlers, particularly fast bowlers who can extract significant movement and bounce, especially with the new ball. This characteristic makes it a challenging surface for batters early on, demanding caution and skill in the initial overs. Notably, this match will mark the stadium’s first appearance in the current edition of the Big Bash League, adding an element of intrigue to how the conditions will play out. Given the nature of the pitch, teams winning the toss are likely to opt for fielding first, leveraging the early assistance for bowlers and aiming to restrict the opposition to a manageable total.

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Tom Banton, Josh Philippe
• Batters: Moises Henriques, Colin Munro, James Vince, Nathan McSweeney
• All-rounders: Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Jack Edwards
• Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Moises Henriques (c), Colin Munro (vc)
Choice 2: James Vince (c), Nathan McSweeney (vc)

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HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Backups:

H??ayden Kerr, Spencer Johnson, Jordan Sil??k, Max Bryant

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 3, 7:05 am GMT):

Squads:

Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Kurtis Patterson, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan ??Silk, Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Akeal Hosein, Todd Murphy, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Mitchell Perry, Lachlan Shaw

Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Tom Alsop (wk), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, M?ax Bryant, Paul Walter, Will Prestwidge, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Michael Neser, Jack Wood

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In the world of cricket, fielding can often be overshadowed by batting and bowling performances, yet it plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of matches. On Sunday night at the Gabba, Jordan Silk, the Sydney Sixers’ star fielder, reminded everyone why he is considered one of the best in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25. His remarkable catches against the Brisbane Heat not only showcased his athleticism but also set the ?tone for a comma??nding performance by his team.

Jordan Silk plucks a stunner to dismiss Jimmy Peirson

Silk’s contributions came early in the match, as he executed two stunning catches that left spectators and commentators alike in awe. Positioned at deep mid-wicket, he first dismissed Colin Munro for just nine runs, diving full-stretch to secure the catch. This was followed by another spectacular effort to remove Jimmy Peirson, who had been looking to stabilize the innings.

On the fifth bowl of the 12th over, the moment unfolded as Todd Murphy bowled to Peirson, who had been looking to anchor the innings for the Heat. Silk, positioned at deep mid-wicket, launched himself into action, executing a catch that left spectators and commentators alike in disbelief. As the ball soared towards him, Silk scree?ched to his left, showcasing remarkable speed and agility. His right foot was firmly planted on the ground when he initiated his dive, propelling himself forward with his left leg.

This dynamic movement allowed him to stretch out fully, positioning his hands perfectly to make the catch. He managed to secure the ball with both hands, but it initially stuck in his right hand as he scooped it up while still in motion. There was a moment of uncertainty as it was reviewed to determine if the ball had grazed the ground during the catch. Ultimately, the decision confirmed that Silk had indeed completed a spectacular catch without any infringement. Peirson’s dismissal for 24 runs marked a pivotal point in the match, contributing to the Brisbane Heat’s struggles as they fell to 72 for three wickets at that stage.

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Here’s the video:

Jordan Silk, AGAIN! 🤯

The man can do no wrong in the field. How good is this catch! #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/bF4WOVIGVM

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) December 29, 2024

The Brisbane Heat’s struggles in the first innings

The Brisbane Heat faced significant challenges after Silk’s early interventions. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, they struggled to build partnerships. The top order faltered quickly, with Tom Banton (19) and Matt Renshaw (1) falling cheaply. The team’s middle order crumbled under pressure, leading to a dismal score of 138 runs for nine wickets in their allotted overs. Nathan McSweeney was the standout performer for Brisbane, managing 34 runs but lacked support from his teammates. The Sixers managed to? chase down the target in 16.1 overs, winning the match by 8 wickets.

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In the 15th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024, the Sydney Sixers won the toss and opted to bowl first at The Gabba in Brisbane. This decision proved to be pivotal as the Sixers aimed to maintain their unbeaten streak against a struggling Brisbane Heat side. The match attracted a lively crowd of 30,122 fans, eager to witness a clash between two of the league’s most successful franchises.

Brisbane Heat’s struggles in front of Ben Dwarshuis

Batting first, Brisbane Heat faced an uphill battle from the outset. The innings was marked by Nathan McSweeney‘s gritty knock of 34 runs off just 29 balls, which included one four and two sixes. However, his efforts were largely in vain as the rest of the batting lineup faltered. The Heat managed to post a total of 138 runs for 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, which was far below par on a pitch conducive to batting.

The Sydney Sixers’ bowling attack was relentless, with Ben Dwarshuis leading the charge. Dwarshuis showcased his exceptional form by taking 4 wickets for 32 runs, solidifying his status as the leading wicket-taker in this season’s BBL with a total of 10 wickets. Supporting him were Hayden Kerr and Todd Murphy, who claimed 2 wickets each, further tig??htening the screws on the Heat batters.

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Sydney Sixers�?chasing masterclass

In response, the Sydney Sixers exhibited their batting prowess, chasing down the target with ease. They finished their innings at 142 for 2 within just 16.1 overs, securing an emphatic victory by 8 wickets with 23 balls to spare. Josh Philippe was the standout performer for the Sixers, scoring an unbeaten 66 runs off 41 balls, featuring seven fours and two sixes??. His innings was instrumental in guidin??g his team to victory and showcased his ability to anchor the chase effectively.

Kurtis Patterson contributed with a brisk 32 runs off 20 balls, while Moises Henriques chipped in with 29 runs off 27 deliveries. The Heat bowlers?? struggled to contain the aggressive approach of the Sixers, often falling short in their execution and all??owing easy runs.

The match concluded with Sydney Sixers triumphing decisively over Brisbane Heat, marking their fourth consecutive win of the season and leaving the Heat searching for answers after their second straight loss. Dwarshuis was named Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance, reflecting on how this victory was a step towards redemption after last season’s final loss to the Heat.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Sydney Sixers won by 8 wickets (with 23 balls remaining) #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/5PKBv3X0pp

— Ewan Harris (@ehbeepbop) December 29, 2024

Sixers won by 8 Wickets. Fantastic spell Ben Dwarshuis 4/32 (Player of the Match), Hayden Kerr 2/19 and Todd Murphy 2/25. Superb Knock Josh Philippe 66*(41) and Kurtis Patterson 32(20).@SixersBBL #BBL14 #SSvBH

— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) December 29, 2024

Great ending to the innings by Swepson.

139 for Sixers to win. #BBL pic.twitter.com/Jt6lFqZBGj

— Caspar McLeod 🇦🇺🏳️‍�?(@CasparMcleod) December 29, 2024

It was Indian Bowling attack specially Bumrah who was stopping Nathan McSweeney…He is playing good knock in #BBL#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/oW47PUICDk

— CoverDriveKing (@funnycric) December 22, 2024

4-0 😮‍�?a href="//twitter.com??/hashtag/LIKEASIXER?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" data-wpel-link="exclude">#LIKEASIXER #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/6AiQcVktoZ

— Sydney Sixers (@SixersBBL) December 29, 2024

That burns… But, we're back at it in a few sleeps time for New Year's Bash! #BringTheHEAT #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/OdHIDkj8Eq

— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) December 29, 2024

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The 15th clash of the Big Bash League (BBL) will take place between Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers. The two teams have faced each other at the finals of the BBL last year where Heat outperformed Sixers to win the title. The Sixers will look for some sort of redemption from last year’s disappointment. The visiting side have remained unbeaten in the season so far having defeated Renegades, Sydney Thunders and Melbourne Stars in the first three matches respectively. Heat, on the other hand, did manage to win their first two matches, but were crushed by Perth Scorchers in their previous clash.

Match Details: BBL|14, HEA vs SIX

• Date and Time: December 29: 8:15 am GMT / 7:15 pm local/ 1:45 pm IST
• Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane.

The Gabba Pitch Report

The pitch at The Gabba is ??known to help pacers during the initial phases of the game due to seam movement and patches of green grass. However, the ball does come on to the bat as the game progresses. Therefo?re, one can expect an intense contest of the bat and bowl between the two sides. Teams generally prefer to bowl first at the iconic stadium. However, the pitch at The Gabba can be full of surprises for players at times.

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HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicket-keepers: Josh Philippe, Jimmy Peirson
• Batters: Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques, James Vince, Nathan McSweeney
• All-rounders: Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Jack Edwards
• Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett

HEA vs SIX Dream 11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: James Vince (c), Ben Dwarshuis (vc)
Choice 2: Nathan McSweeney (c), Xavier Bartlett (vc)

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Colin Munro, Max Bryant, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 29, 8:15 am GMT):

Squads:

Brisbane Heat: Tom Banton, Ji?mmy? Peirson (wk), Colin Munro (c), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann

Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk?), James Vince, Moises Hen?riques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Lachlan Shaw, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Akeal Hosein, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird

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In the Qualifier of the Big Bash League 2023-24, Brisbane Heat are set to face Sydney Sixers at Queensland’s Carrara Oval on Friday.

Having concluded the league stage as the top-ranked team, the Heat will clash with the Sixers, who finished at the second spot. Both teams are now geared up for a fresh start in their quest to reach the finals,? aiming to make a successful end to the tournament.

Big Bash League 2023-24, Qualifier:

• Date and time: January 19, 08:40 am GMT/ 02:10 pm IST/ 06:40 pm local
• Venue: Carrara Oval, Queensland

Carrara Oval Pitch Report

The Carrara Oval stadium’s pitch offers substantial assistance to fast bowlers, providing them with a favourable combination of good bounce and speed. In the early stages of the match, the fast bowlers exploit the swinging conditions, making it challenging for batsmen to face their deliveries. However, as the match advances, batsmen find opportunities to score well, and the pitch tends to offer minimal support to spin bowlers.

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe
• Batters: James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Josh Brown-I
• All-rounders: Moises Henriques, Michael Neser, Paul Walter, Jack Edwards
• Bowlers: Jackson Bird, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Paul Walter (c), Michael Neser (vc)
• Choice 2: Jack Edwards (c), Ben Dwarshuis (vc)

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HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Backups:

?Jordan Sil?k, Sean Abbott, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 19, 08:40 am GMT):

Squads:

Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Josh Brown, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Sam Billings (wk), Paul Walter, ?Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Swepson, Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson, Jordan Buckingham

Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Steve O’Keefe, Hayden Kerr, Todd Murphy, Kurtis Patterson, Izharulhaq Naveed, Mitchell Perry, Ryan Hadley

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Brisbane Heat will take on Sydney Sixers in Match 22 of the Big Bash League 2023-24. The encounter will ?take place at The Gabba in Brisbane on Monday (January 1).

While the Heats ar?e undefeated in their five matches of the ongoing BBL edition, the Sixers have registered three wins in their five encounters.

Big Bash League 2023-24, Match 22:

• Date and time: January 1, 08:15 am GMT | 01:45 pm IST | 07:15 pm local
• Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane.

The Gabba Pitch Report

The Gabba is the quintessential Australian wicket, celebrated for its sturdy bounce and reliable carry, providing subs?tantial advantages to fast bowlers. This distinctive blend of features has established it as a haven for pace enthusiasts, with stroke-makers appreciating the dependable and even bounce it offers.

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Josh Philippe, Sam Billings
• Batters: Colin Munro, James Vince, Jordan Silk
• All-rounders: Michael Neser, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards, Paul Walter
• Bowlers: Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Paul Walter (c), Jack Edwards (vc)
• Choice 2: Sam Billings (c), Michael Neser (vc)

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HEA vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Ben Dwarshuis, Sp?encer Johnson, Matt ?Renshaw, Josh Brown-I

HEA vs SIX Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 1, 08:15 am GMT):

Squads:

Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Josh Brown, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Sam Billings (wk), Paul Wa??lter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Swepson, Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson, Jordan Buckingham.

Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Jackson Bird, Steve OKeefe, Hayden Kerr, ?Todd Murphy, Kurtis Patterson, Izharulhaq Naveed, Mitchell Perry, Ryan Hadley.

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