The fourth match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 will feature an exciting clash between the Melbourne Stars and the Brisbane Heat at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday, December 18.
The Melbourne Stars, led by Marcus Stoinis, will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing start to the tournament, having lost their opener to the Perth Scorchers by six wickets. Meanwhile, this will be the first outing for the defending champions and two-time title winners, Brisbane Heat, in this edition of the league. The Heat will be captained by the Colin Munro, who aims to lead his team to a strong start in their campaign.
BBL|14, STA vs HEA:
- Date and Time: December 18: 8:15 am GMT / 7:15 pm local/ 1:45 pm IST
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Melbourne Cricket Ground Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is expected to provide a fair contest between bat and ball. Initially, bowlers may enjoy some assistance, but as the game progresses, the surface is likely to favour batters, allowing for aggressive stroke play due to its consistent bounce and pace. Historically, the average first-innings score at the MCG hovers around 165, with teams often aiming for totals of 170 or higher to stay competitive. The ground’s larger boundaries can also impact scoring rates, presenting an additional challenge for batters.
STA vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Joe Clarke
- Batters: Colin Munro, Hilton Cartwright, Thomas Fraser Rogers
- All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Tom Curran
- Bowlers: Adam Milne, Mitchell Swepson, Xavier Bartlet, Matthew Kuhnemann
STA vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Marcus Stoinis (c), Colin Munro (vc)
Choice 2: Adam Milne (c), Xavier Bartlet (vc)
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STA vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Paul Walter, Jimmy Peirson, Brody Couch, Sam Harper
STA vs HEA Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 18, 8:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Melbourne Stars: Joe Clarke, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Adam Milne, Brody Couch, Blake Macdonald, Campbell Kellaway, Jonathan Merlo, Joel Paris
Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Jimmy Peirson (wk), Max Bryant, Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Jack Wildermuth, Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Will Prestwidge, Mitchell Swepson, Jack Wood, Daniel Drew, Tom Whitney
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