In the 25th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25, Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder delivered a gripping encounter at the Gabba, Brisbane. The match witnessed a stunning display of bowling by Brisbane Heat’s Spencer Johnson, who delivered a crucial breakthrough when he dismissed Sydney Thunder’s captain, David Warner.

Spencer Johnson outstanding yorker

It all happened in the 15th over of the Sydney Thunders’ innings when Johnson was bowling to Warner, who was in the middle of a well-constructed innings. Warner, the Thunder captain, had just reached his fifty and looked set to build on his total. However, in an attempt to be cheeky, he tried to play a reverse sweep. Johnson, ever the professional, delivered a brilliant yorker-length ball, full and straight, completely beating the batsman. The southpaw missed the ball, which crashed into the stumps, sending the Australian star back to the pavilion. Warner departed for a well-made 50 runs off 36 balls, including 7 boundaries.

Here is the video:

Johnson bowls Warner!

The @HeatBBL quick gets the big breakthrough at The Gabba. #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/UuZ1ejdQS0

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 6, 2025

Also READ: Tim David’s fireworks against Adelaide?? Strikers hand Hobart Hurricanes their 4??th consecutive win in BBL 2024-25

Johnson was nothing sho?rt of outstanding in his four-over spell. The left-arm fast bowler showed remarkable precision and skill, taking three key wickets in his spell, proving to be the standout bowler for Brisbane Heat. His contribution was instrumental in restricti??ng Sydney Thunder’s total.

Sydney Thunder sets a competitive target

Asked to bat first, Sydney Thunder posted a competitive total of 173 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their 20 overs. Warner was the top scorer for the Thunder, and his half-century was a key highlight of their innings. Alongside Johnson’s brilliance, Brisbane Heat’s Michael Neser also played a pivotal role with the ball. Neser claimed 2 wickets and was the most economical bowler of the match, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 6.20, which helped restrict Thunder’s pro?gress.

Also READ: Twitter reactions: Stars triumph over Renegade?s as Ben Duckett shines in Melbourne derby clash?? of BBL 2024-25

For latest cricket news & updates, visit betvisa68.com.

Brisbane Heat will take on Sydney Thunder in the sixteenth match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2023-24. The battle will be hosted by the Gabba in Brisbane on Wednesda??y (December 27).

The Thunder showcased their prowess in a gripping encounter against Melbourne Stars, emerging victorious by five wickets. Similarly, in their recent outing, the Heats exhibited a dominant performance against Melbourne Renegades, clinching victory by six wickets.

Big Bash League 2023-24, Match 16:

• Date and time: December 27, 08:15 am GMT | 01:45 pm IST | 06:15 pm local
• Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane

The Gabba Pitch Report

The Gabba stands as the epitome of an authentic Australian wicket, not only renowned for its robust bounce but also for the consistent carry that substantially benefits fast bowlers. This unique combination of characteristics has made it a paradise for ??pace enthusiasts, while stroke-makers continue to relish the reliability of its consistent and true bounce.

HEA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings
• Batters: Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Alex Ross, Oliver Davies
• All-rounders: Michael Neser, Matt Renshaw, Daniel Sams
• Bowlers: Nathan McAndrew, Spencer Johnson

HEA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Daniel Sams (c), Colin Munro (vc)
• Choice 2: Cameron Bancroft (c), Alex Hales (vc)

Also READ: Perth Sc??orchers appoints new captain a??fter Ashton Turner gets ruled out of BBL|13

HEA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Swe??pson, Liam Doddrell, Nathan McAndre??w

HEA vs THU Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 27, 08:15 am GMT):

Squads:

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

Sydney Thunder: Alex Hales, Cameron Bancroft, Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Chris Green (c), Oliver Davies, Matthew Gilkes (wk), Liam Doddrell, Nathan McAndrew, Liam Hatcher, Zaman Khan, Blake Nikitaras, Gurinder Sandhu, Tanveer Sangha, Toby? Gray, Beau Webster

Also READ: RCB’s new recruit Tom Curran rea?cts after a video of him intimidating umpire in BBL|13 goes ?viral

For latest cricket news & updates, visit betvisa68.com.