As the Big Bash League (BBL) 2023-24 season reaches its pinnacle, cricket fans are gearing up for an exciting clash between the Perth Scorchers and the Brisbane Heat in Match 35. The encounter is scheduled to take place at the iconic Perth Stadium on January 13.
The Perth Scorchers, currently positioned at the third spot in the points table, are on the verge of securing a playoff berth. With a commendable performance in the league so far, the Scorchers have won five out of their nine matches, showcasing their dominance in the tournament. A victory in the upcoming match against the table-toppers, Brisbane Heat, will not only boost their morale but also ensure their place in the highly anticipated playoffs.
On the flip side, the Brisbane Heat have been a force to be reckoned with in this season of the BBL. Having already secured their place in the playoffs, they sit comfortably at the top of the points table with seven wins out of nine games. Led by a formidable squad and a stellar performance from key players, the Heat have been consistent throughout the tournament, displaying both batting and bowling prowess.
Big Bash League 2023-24, Match 35:
- Date and time: January 13, 05:15 am GMT | 10:45 am IST | 01:15 pm local
- Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Perth Stadium Pitch Report:
Perth Stadium provides an ideal setting for fast bowlers to leverage the benefits of enhanced pace and bounce on its resilient pitch. It is noteworthy, however, that spinners have exhibited comparable effectiveness, evident in marginal differences in bowling averages and strike rates between the two bowling techniques. The unique conditions at Perth Stadium thus present a well-rounded challenge for both fast and spin bowlers, contributing to the overall richness and diversity of the game.
SCO vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Josh Inglis, Sam Billings
- Batters: Colin Munro, Zak Crawley, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne
- All-rounders: Aaron Hardie, Michael Neser, Ashton Agar, Paul Walter
- Bowler: Jason Behrendorff
SCO vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Michael Neser (c), Ashton Agar (vc)
Choice 2: Usman Khawaja (c), Zak Crawley (vc)
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SCO vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Sam Whiteman, Nick Hobson, Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson
SCO vs HEA Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 13, 5:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Perth Scorchers: Sam Whiteman, Nick Hobson, Aaron Hardie (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Laurie Evans, Stephen Eskinazi, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar, Hamish McKenzie, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Sam Fanning, Cameron Gannon, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Tye
Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson, Matt Renshaw, Sam Billings (wk), Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Josh Brown, Jordan Buckingham, Nathan McSweeney
