Sydney Sixers (SYS) and the Big Bash League 2023-2024 finals have been a mix of triumph and despair. They clinched three championships, the latest in the 10th edition, but also faced heartbreak in finals in 2015, 2017, and 2022. Under Moises Henriques’ leadership, the Sixers, having qualified for the finals, will face off against the Brisbane Heat (BRH) at the Sydney Cricket Ground on January 24.
On the flip side, the Brisbane Heat are eager for redemption this season. Despite making it to the finals in the previous edition, they succumbed to defeat against the Perth Scorchers in the final over. Under Nathan McSweeney’s captaincy, the Heat seek vengeance. While their nine consecutive victories in the league were halted by losses to the Sixers and Scorchers, a remarkable win against the Adelaide Strikers in the Challenger secured their spot in the final, where they aim for their second title in history.
SYS vs BRH Match Details :
Teams: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Date & Time: January 24, 02:10 PM(IST)
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Streaming: Disney+Hotstar
Sydney Cricket Ground Pitch Report and Conditions
Expect spinners to play a crucial role at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), where the surface favors them. Anticipate a low-scoring contest, with a total surpassing 160 runs considered commendable on this pitch.
SYS vs BRH Head-to-Head Record:
Matches Played 21
Sydney Sixers Won 14
Brisbane Heat Won 06
SYS vs BRH Predicted Playing XI
Sydney Sixers (SYS):
Daniel Hughes, Jack Edwards, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Joel Davies, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy, Steve OKeefe
Brisbane Heat (BRH):
Josh Brown, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Matt Renshaw, Nathan McSweeney (c), Max Bryant, Charlie Wakim, Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann
SYS vs BRH Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Josh Brown
In the previous match against the Strikers, Josh Brown showcased his prowess with a phenomenal innings, scoring 140 runs off 57 deliveries. His ruthless performance with the bat suggests that if the 30-year-old maintains this form, the Heat could emerge victorious against Sydney in the final.
Probable Best Bowler: Ben Dwarshuis
Ben Dwarshuis has been in impressive form, securing 16 wickets in 10 BBL matches, making him the second-leading wicket-taker of the tournament. The 29-year-old is set to play a pivotal role for Sydney in the final.
SYS VS BRH BETTING TIPS
Both the Sixers and the Brisbane Heat have showcased their strength this season, earning their place in the finals. Although it’s challenging to determine a clear favorite, there’s a slight edge to the Brisbane Heat, given their formidable bowling line-up.
Bet on the Brisbane Heat to win.
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