BBL 2023-24 | HEA vs HUR, Match 29 - Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks

image-lr1t2awfSam Billings will be an important player in the match (Source: x.com)

Brisbane Heat (HEA) and Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) will entertain fans in the ongoing thirteenth season of the Big Bash League. Match No. 29 is set to be played on a Super Sunday, January 07th, 2024, at the Gabba in Brisbane at 1:45 PM IST. Both sides will meet each other only once in the league phase of the current competition. Before the game goes live, here is a look at the top captain and vice-captain choices for the fantasy contests of this encounter. 

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HEA vs HUR, Match 29: Venue Analysis

The surface at the historic Gabba Stadium in Brisbane is supportive for both batters and the bowlers. Both enjoy their time in the middle and the track is expected to remain the same for this fixture as well.


HEA vs HUR, Match 29 - Toss Factor

Sides batting first have sealed the deal on both the occasions this season. The home side emerged victorious twice in the two matches played so far at the venue while batting first. So the captain winning the toss may look to bat first and put runs on the board.

Scenario: If Brisbane Heat Fields First

Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, and Paul Walter have been amongst the wickets for the Heat so far this season. The trio will look to continue doing their job and also restrict the Hurricanes to a modest total. The batting department will be led by skipper Colin Munro and the no. three batter Nathan McSweeney.

Scenario: If Hobart Hurricanes Fields First

Experienced seam bowlers Nathan Ellis and Riley Meredith are the top two wicket-takers for the Hurricanes this season. Hobart will rely on the duo to pick up wickets and try to contain the run flow. Opening batters Caleb Jewell and Ben McDermott will be key along with destructive all-rounder Corey Anderson in a big run-chase.


HEA vs HUR, Match 29 - Top Captain and Vice-captain choices

Scenario: If Hobart Hurricanes Fields First

Caleb Jewell (HUR)

Caleb Jewell is the leading run-getter for the Hurricanes so far in this campaign. The 26-year old left-handed opening batter is averaging 24. Jewell has got starts in almost all games with scores of 42, 12, 0, 45, 31 and 13. The Hurricanes will rely on the opening player to provide another good start while chasing.

Ben McDermott (HUR)

After two low scores in his opening two matches, Ben McDermott has now been amongst the runs in the last two games. The 29-year old right-hander struck an unbeaten 53 against Sydney Thunder and 25 against Melbourne Renegades. McDermott would hope to continue his form and guide his side home especially in a big run-chase.


Scenario: If Brisbane Heat Fields First

Colin Munro (HEA)

Skipper Colin Munro is the leading run-scorer for the Heat so far. The explosive left-handed New Zealander has scored 166 runs at an average of 41.50 with one half-century to his name. After low scores in the last few outings, Munro would be raring to go for this one. Heat will rely on their captain to provide solid and aggressive start.

Nathan McSweeney (HEA)

Nathan McSweeney has amassed the second-most runs after his captain Munro for the Heat. The 24-year old right-handed player has an average of 44.33 which includes one half-century. McSweeney has been consistent with scores of 29, 9, 73 and 22* to his name. The youngster will have to play a vital role in a big run-chase for his side.


HEA vs HUR, Match 29 - Big Risk, Big Return Choices

Sam Billings (HEA)

Wicketkeeper batter Sam Billings is averaging 21.00 and is yet to hit a half-century with his highest score being 40. The 32-year old Englishman has got scores of 18, 23, 40, 23, and 1 under his belt. The middle-order batter is due for a significant match-winning knock for his side in this competition. Billings is a risky but worthy pick for this tie.

Sam Hain (HUR)

After four low scores of 3, 0, 14 and 11, Sam Hain finally struck form against the Renegades in the last game. The 28-year old middle-order batter smashed 51 off 36 which included two fours and three maximums. The right-handed player will look to carry on his form from the last match into this one.