SIX VS HEA MATCH 21

Right then, that will be it from this contest. Rain plays spoilsport as both teams share one point each. Perth Scorchers are hosting the Sydney Thunder at the Perth Stadium. That game will start at 3:45 pm IST (10:15 am GMT). But as you know, you can always join early for all the build-up. Until then, take care, and cheers!

UPDATE - 8.19 am GMT - The inevitable has happened! The match has been abandoned without the bat flip. 

UPDATE - 7.44 am GMT - As we all were joyous to witness some action today, the rain played a spoilsport once again and the clouds are pouring heavier than ever. The waiting game continues!

UPDATE - 7.33 am GMT - Voilà! The update that you all were waiting for. The rain has stopped and the groundsmen are working hard to mop the stagnant water on the ground. Stay tuned for the toss and the updates of the clash between Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers!

UPDATE - 7:26 am GMT - A sight of hope! The clouds are opening up and it's much clearer than the prior situation. Although the showering has not stopped yet but we can always hope for the best. 

UPDATE - 6.34 am GMT - Oh no! We just got the news from the middle and it's not something we were counting on. The bat flip has been delayed as the rain gods are not in a good mood today. But let's hope that it's a passing shower. Stay tuned for more updates!  

On the other hand, the Heat started their season well but have fallen off the radar with three back-to-back losses from their five games so far. They lost their last game against the Stars by 5 wickets after making 149 with the bat. Max Bryant played an outstanding knock of 77 off just 48 but the rest failed. With the ball, Xavier Bartlett bowled a sensational spell of 4/10 but Stars kept their nerve and came out on top. So, can the Heat pose a challenge to the strong Sixers unit? We shall find out. Toss and team news in a bit. Stay tuned!

The Sixers suffered a rare loss in their previous outing against the Hurricanes. Bowling first, the Sixers kept the Hurricanes to 161 but faltered with the bat and were dismissed for just 111, losing by 50 runs. Jackson Bird was impressive with four wickets while Jordan Silk and Moises Henriques got a good start but failed to kick on. The home side will look to bounce back and get their fifth win of the season. 

Hello and welcome to our coverage of Match 21 in the Big Bash League, 2024-25. The Sydney Sixers are taking on the Brisbane Heat at the C. ex Coffs International Stadium in Coffs Harbour. The Sixers are sitting pretty at the top with four wins out of five games while the Heat are struggling after a hat-trick of losses and will be keen to get a comeback.

... MATCHDAY ...

The stage is set for a thrilling clash as Sydney Sixers lock horns with defending champions Brisbane Heat, a rematch of last season’s grand finale! The Sixers, the most consistent team this season, stumbled in their last game, suffering a heavy defeat after four straight wins. While their middle order has been quiet, the openers, James Vince and Josh Philippe, remain in red-hot form, both featuring in the top five run-scorers of the tournament. The likes of Kurtis Patterson, Moises Henriques, and Jordan Silk will be itching to step up and deliver when it matters most. The bowling unit is their trump card. Ben Dwarshuis, the league’s leading wicket-taker, spearheads the pace attack with Hayden Kerr and Jackson Bird providing ample support. Meanwhile, the spin duo of Akeal Hosein and Todd Murphy adds versatility and depth, making the Sixers a formidable unit. On the other hand, Brisbane Heat are under immense pressure after three consecutive losses. Skipper Colin Munro is in dire need of form, still searching for his first double-digit score of the season. Tom Banton and Nathan McSweeney need to fire at the top, while the middle-order trio of Max Bryant, Matt Renshaw, and Paul Walter carry the team’s hopes with their ability to score quickly. Their bowling attack remains potent, with Spencer Johnson and Xavier Bartlett leading the pace department and the spin combo of Mitchell Swepson and Matthew Kuhnemann ready to trouble the Sixers’ batters. It’s a must-win for the Heat to reignite their campaign, while the Sixers seek redemption and a return to dominance. Will the Heat rise from the ashes, or will the Sixers do the double over them? Let’s find out in this blockbuster showdown!