Big Bash League 2022-23: Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars | Fantasy tips and teams
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Match no. 51 of the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) will see Brisbane Heat lock horns against Melbourne Stars at the Gabba, Brisbane.
The Heat have managed to win five out of 12 matches and have 11 points in their bucket. They are coming off back-to-back wins and seemed to have bounced back at the right time. The Usman Khawaja-led unit has strong chances of qualification provided they keep with their winning momentum.
On the flip side, the Stars are having a horrendous season with just six points in their bucket. The absence of Glenn Maxwell owing to a freak injury has been a jolt to remember for them. In addition, Marcus Stoinis has also been in and out of the side due to various reasons. The Melbourne-based side are out of the qualification scenario and will look to end the season with some pride.
Ground Stats: Gabba, Brisbane
The surface at the Gabba has always been a treat for the fast bowlers. Early movements with the new ball is definitely expected. But it is also worth noting that the strip offers a good assistance to batters provided they work out watchfully in the initially.
Total Matches: 10
Matches won batting first: 7
Matches won batting second: 3
Average 1st innings total: 166
Average 2nd innings total: 146
HEA vs STA, Match 51: Probable Playing XI
Brisbane Heat Team News
No major updates
Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XI
Josh Brown, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Matt Renshaw, Jimmy Peirson, Sam Hain, James Bazley, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann
Melbourne Stars Team News
No major updates
Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XI
Thomas Rogers, Joe Clarke (wk), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Nick Larkin, Nathan Coulter-Nile, James Seymour, Clint Hinchliffe, Liam Hatcher, Luke Wood, Adam Zampa (c)
HEA vs STA, Match 51: Top five picks for the Match
- Joe Clarke (STA): The top-order batter has garnered 346 runs from 12 innings with a century to his name. He is a revolution at the top of the order for the Stars.
- Michael Neser (HEA): When it comes to bowling with the new cork, Neser is a master of the art. He has been in a great wicket taking form with 18 scalps in 11 matches.
- Luke Wood (STA): The English pacer has been in a fine form in the tournament. He has picked up 17 wickets in the tournament of 12 matches. He is one bowler not to be missed in fantasy contests of the match.
- J Bazley (HEA): James Bazley has been in a decent form with the ball. He has picked up 13 wickets in the tournament and his ability to contribute with the bat lower down the order makes him a great choice for the match.
- Adam Zampa (STA): The Australian leg spin bowler has been the guiding force of the Stars bowling line-up. He has picked up 13 wickets in 12 matches and is doing a great job in the middle overs.
HEA vs STA, Match 52 - Must Picks for the match
Brisbane Heat
- Michael Neser - 18 wickets in 11 matches
- James Bazley - 13 wickets in 9 matches
- Matt Renshaw - 223 runs in 8 matches
Melbourne Stars
- Joe Clarke - 346 runs in 12 matches
- Luke Wood - 17 wickets in 12 matches
- Beau Webster - 260 runs and 6 wickets in 12 matches
HEA vs STA, Match 51 - Risky picks for the match
Brisbane Heat: Jimmy Peirson, Matt Kuhnemann
Melbourne Stars: Hilton Cartwright, Nick Larkin
HEA vs STA, Match 51 - Best Captain and Vice-Captain choices
- Joe Clarke (STA)
- Michale Neser (HEA)
- Luke Wood (STA)
HEA vs STA, Match 51 - Team for Head-to-Head Contests
Wicketkeepers: Joe Clarke
Batters: Hilton Cartwright, Josh Brown, Nick Larkin
All-rounders: Michael Neser, Beau Webster, Matt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne
Bowlers: Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Zampa, Luke Wood
Captain: Michael Neser
Vice-Captain: Beau Webster
HEA: 4 players; STA: 7 players
HEA vs STA, Match 51 - Team for Winner takes all Contests
Wicketkeepers: Joe Clarke
Batters: Hilton Cartwright, Josh Brown, Nick Larkin
All-rounders: Michael Neser, Beau Webster, Matt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne
Bowlers: Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Zampa, Luke Wood
Captain: Joe Clarke
Vice-Captain: Beau Webster
HEA: 4 players; STA: 7 players
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