The 19th match of the Big Bash League 2024 is going to be a great match tomorrow i.e. on the first day of the new year on January 1. The match between Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars will start at 1:45 PM IST. The match can be live-streamed on Disney + Hotstar.
BBL 2024-25, BH vs MS: Head-to-head record
Both teams have played 10 games in the last season. Brisbane Heat have won 6 matches while Melbourne Stars have won 4. But looking at this season’s form, Brisbane seems to have the edge.
BBL 2024, Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars Team Status
This season has been very different for both teams. Brisbane Heat are in good form at the moment and are placed fifth in the points table. The team has played 4 matches so far out of which they have won 2. However, the team’s net run rate of – 0.664 could be a matter of concern.
On the other hand, the condition of Melbourne Stars is very bad. The team has not won a single match after playing 5 matches and is at the bottom of the points table at number eight. The net run rate of -1.016 also shows the poor form of the team. Melbourne now has to win its first match as soon as possible or else it is in danger of being out of the playoff race.
BBL 2024-25, BH vs MS: Weather and Pitch Report
Tomorrow’s weather in Brisbane is going to be perfect for cricket. The maximum temperature is likely to hover around 25.8 degrees Celsius. The probability of rain is only 33% and the wind speed will be 10.20 kmph.
The pitch at the Gabba is helpful for the fast bowlers. The bounce is good here and the pace is also good. He averages 168 in the first innings and 155 in the second. On an average, 6 wickets fall in each innings. The pitch is not very helpful for spin bowling.
Probable Playing XI Brisbane Heat
Jimmy Pearson (captain), Tom Banton, Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Renshaw, Sam Hain, Michael Neser, Paul Walter, James Buzzley, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Xavier Bartlett
Probable Playing XI Melbourne Stars
Ben Duckett, Sam Harper, Marcus Stoinis (captain), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Fraser-Rogers, Jonathan Merlo, Tom Curran, Joel Paris, Scott Boland, Usman Mir, Dan Lawrence
BBL 2024, Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars Dream11 Prediction
BBL 2024-25, BH vs MS Dream11 Prediction: Some players to watch out for while making a fantasy team. Ben Duckett and Marcus Stoinis have been brilliant with the bat this season. Duckett’s 135 runs and Stoinis’ 132 runs have been crucial for the team.
In bowling, Peter Siddle (5 wickets), Spencer Johnson (4 wickets) and Xavier Bartlett (4 wickets) have impressed. Marcus Stoinis can be a good choice for captain and Jimmy Pearson for vice-captain.
BBL 2024-25, BH vs MS: Match Prediction
BBL 2024, Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars Match Prediction: Given the current form and head-to-head record of both teams, Brisbane Heat have a 65% chance of winning this match. The team has a better bowling attack and will also benefit from the home ground.
Melbourne Stars are looking for a win but are not in form, so their chances of winning are only 35%. However, anything can happen in cricket and Melbourne has no shortage of match-winners.
