Match 12, Perth, December 26, 2024, 03:45 PM
Perth Scorchers
Brisbane Heat
SCO 40%
Tie %
HEA 60%
Probable Playing XI
Perth Scorchers: Finn Allen, Keaton Jennings, Ashton Turner(c), Nick Hobson, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar, Matthew Spoors, Josh Inglis†, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff.
Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro(c), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Jimmy Peirson†, Will Prestwidge, Matthew Kuhnemann, Tom Whitney, Mitchell Swepson.
Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro(c), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Jimmy Peirson†, Will Prestwidge, Matthew Kuhnemann, Tom Whitney, Mitchell Swepson.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
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LREN Won By 2 wickets
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LHUR Won By 8 wickets
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WSCO Won By 6 wickets
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LSTR Won By 50 runs
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LSIX Won By 3 wickets
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WHEA Won By 3 wickets
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WHEA Won By 8 wickets
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WHEA Won By 54 runs
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WHEA Won By 54 runs
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LSIX Won By 39 runs
PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Batsmen
BAT SR: 113.9 | BAT AVG: 37.8
Very GoodBAT SR: 124.6 | BAT AVG: 14.7
GoodBAT SR: 153.2 | BAT AVG: 23.6
GoodBAT SR: 141.2 | BAT AVG: 17.9
GoodBAT SR: 113.9 | BAT AVG: 31.2
NeutralBowlers
BOWL SR: 11.7 | BOWL AVG: 14.1
Very GoodBOWL SR: 33 | BOWL AVG: 37
Very BadBOWL SR: 32 | BOWL AVG: 37.7
Very BadBOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
NoneBOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
NoneBatsmen
BAT SR: 157.8 | BAT AVG: 38.2
Very GoodBAT SR: 135.6 | BAT AVG: 49.5
Very GoodBAT SR: 129.6 | BAT AVG: 26.2
GoodBAT SR: 188.4 | BAT AVG: 24.3
GoodBAT SR: 0 | BAT AVG: 0
NoneBowlers
BOWL SR: 13.9 | BOWL AVG: 10.9
Very GoodBOWL SR: 37 | BOWL AVG: 50.7
Very BadBOWL SR: 12.1 | BOWL AVG: 17.6
GoodBOWL SR: 0 | BOWL AVG: 0
NoneCommentry
The Big Bash League 2024-25 is in full swing, and this Boxing Day showdown promises to be a cracker! Defending champions Brisbane Heat take on the most successful team in the league, the Perth Scorchers, at the electric Optus Stadium. The Heat have started their title defense in style, racking up two back-to-back wins. Nathan McSweeney, dropped from the Australian Test side, has responded like a true champion. His blistering 78 off 49 in the last game was a statement of intent. Matt Renshaw has been a rock in the middle order, consistently anchoring the innings. With Colin Munro’s experience, Jimmy Peirson’s calmness, and Max Bryant’s firepower, the Heat’s batting looks formidable. All-rounder Paul Walter adds the X-factor, capable of turning games with both bat and ball. Their bowling attack, led by Xavier Bartlett, has been sharp and disciplined, while Mitchell Swepson’s leg-spin provides crucial breakthroughs. Swepson, the hero of the last game, kept his cool to smash the winning runs off the final ball, showcasing his all-round value. On the other hand, the Scorchers are feeling the heat after two consecutive losses. Finn Allen has struggled for form, but the Kiwi’s explosive potential is undeniable. Cooper Connolly has been the standout so far, scoring a gritty half-century in the last match and contributing with the ball. The Scorchers’ middle order, featuring Josh Inglis and skipper Ashton Turner, packs a punch. Turner’s reputation for finishing games and guiding his team to glory is unmatched. Their pace trio - Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye, and Matthew Kelly adds firepower and versatility to the bowling lineup, while Ashton Agar brings stability with his reliable spin. Can the Heat make it three wins in a row, or will the Scorchers reignite their campaign on this big stage? One thing’s for sure - this battle under the lights will have us all on the edge of our seats!