The fourth match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 will be played between Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat on December 18 at 1:45 PM at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
In their last match, Melbourne Stars were defeated by Perth Scorchers by 6 wickets. On the other hand, Brisbane Heat will play their first match of the season tomorrow. Brisbane Heat are the defending champions of the previous season.
Team Analysis: Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat
Brisbane Heat
The team will be led by Colin Munro. Brisbane Heat boasts a strong batting lineup featuring Colin Munro, Jimmy Peirson, and Tom Alsop. Additionally, Matt Renshaw and Jack Wildermuth add strength with their all-round capabilities. In the bowling department, Xavier Bartlett and Mitchell Swepson are key players.
Melbourne Stars
Melbourne Stars will be captained by Marcus Stoinis. The team has one of the strongest batting lineups with players like Joe Clarke, Sam Harper, and Thomas Fraser Rogers providing stability. In the all-rounder category, Marcus Stoinis and Tom Curran bring balance to the team with their contributions in both batting and bowling. The bowling attack is led by experienced players like Peter Siddle, Adam Milne, and Brody Couch.
Head-to-Head
In the history of the Big Bash League, Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat have faced each other 19 times. Brisbane Heat has emerged victorious in 12 matches, while Melbourne Stars have won 7 matches.
Match Info
Date & Time: 18 December, 1.45pm
Match: Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars , Match No 4 Big Bash League 2024-25
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia
Toss and Match Prediction
TOSS WIINER TEAM OF TODAY ‘S MATCH WILL BE , MELBOURNE STAR
AND MATCH WINNER TEAM BRISBANE HEAT …. CRICCHAMP OPINION
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Pitch Report
Talking about the pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, it is generally good for batting, but its slow nature also provides assistance to bowlers. Fast bowlers can get swing with the new ball, while the large ground dimensions benefit the spinners. The team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.
Probable 11
Melbourne Star
Marcus Stoinis (captain), Thomas Fraser Rogers, Joe Clarke, Sam Harper (wicketkeeper), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Adam Milne, Brodie Couch, Peter Siddle
Brisbane Heat
Colin Munro (captain), Jimmy Pearson (wk), Tom Allsop, Matt Renshaw, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhneman, Will Prestwitz, Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Spencer Johnson
