Jamie Overton might be a good pick for the fantasy contests of the match (Source: x.com)
Adelaide Strikers (STR) & Brisbane Heat (HEA) will be against each other in the third match of the Big Bash League 2023. The game will be played at the Adelaide Oval (SCG) in Sydney at 1:45 PM IST on 9th December 2023. There are plenty of quality players in both teams who are capable of winning games single-handedly on their day. This fantasy guide will help you in picking a top notch fantasy team to help you win big in this game.
This will be the first game for the Adelaide Strikers and they will be eager to kickstart their season with a win. Their squad looks good with the likes of Matt Short, Chris Lynn, D'Arcy Short and Adam Hose being the main batters but batting depth is a concern for them. Their spin department is also looking a bit weak in the absence of Rashid Khan. Cameron Boyce and Matt Short will have to step-up. Their domestic pace attack looks good with Brendon Doggett and Jamie Overton being the new recruits this season.
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There are plenty of changes in the Brisbane line-up as well with Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne being unavailable for this game. Colin Munro will lead the side & the likes of Josh Brown & Charlie Wakim being the new additions. Brown is expected to play and will be a top differential pick.
Pitch Report
The Adelaide Oval is the best venue for batting in the tournament. The side boundaries are on the shorter side and the pitch is flat with the ball coming onto the bat nicely. The average first innings score here is 167 runs. There will be some help for the pacers with the new ball and the spinners will come into play in the second innings. Overall, the game will be dominated by the batters. Teams may prefer chasing but batting first will be a good choice too.
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Pick batters from both teams.
- Spinners will be important from the second innings.
- Death bowlers from first innings will be key.
- Players like Adam Hose, Chris Lynn & Josh Brown will be excellent differential picks.
STR vs HEA, Match 3: Differential Picks
Josh Brown (HEA)
- Josh Brown is a very hard hitting opening batter and he can score big on his day.
- He will attack from the first ball and can fetch plenty of points when on song.
- Strikers lack a good new ball bowler which increases Brown's chances of doing well in this game. He was in good form in the practice games ahead of the tournament.
Adam Hose (STR)
- Adam Hose will be a key batter for the Strikers at number 4.
- He is a good player of spin bowling and did well for the Strikers in the last edition.
- Hose will be an excellent differential pick.
Henry Thornton (STR)
- Henry Thornton will be an important player for the Strikers.
- He will bowl the key overs and can pick up a few wickets in this game.
- Thornton's selection percentage is quite low and he can help you win big in this game.
Jamie Overton (STR)
- Jamie Overton will do the late hitting duties and he will bowl 3-4 overs as well.
- Overton, if he plays, will be the best differential pick for this game.
- He bowls at a serious pace and is a brute hitter of the ball.
STR vs HEA, Match 3: Fantasy Cricket Tips
If Adelaide Strikers Bat First
- Adam Hose and Chris Lynn will be top differential picks.
- Pick Cameron Boyce.
- James Bazley and Jamie Overton will be excellent differential picks (irrespective of the toss).
- Try Paul Walter in GLs/Mini GLs.
If Brisbane Heat Bat First
- Josh Brown will be an excellent differential pick.
- Jamie Overton, James Bazley & Henry Thornton will be top picks.
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