Chris Lynn and Co. are gearing up to take on Shane Watson led Sydney Thunder in a mouth-watering clash at the Gabba in Brisbane on Thursday evening. This is the second time that the two teams are meeting this season. The last time they played against each other this season at the Spotless Stadium in Sydney, the Heat emerged victorious by 15 runs (D/L).
The Thunder will look to avenge their loss at home in this match. They are currently placed at third in the points table, two points more and three places ahead of the Heat placed at sixth. A win in this match will help Thunder to replace Melbourne Renegades at second position in the table. However, if Heat go on to win this match, it will see them replacing Thunder from third in the points table on account of better net run rate.
Both teams are coming into this match on the back of comprehensive victories. While Thunder registered a 71-run win over Adelaide Strikers, the Heat emerged victorious over the Renegades by 101 runs. Both teams have been buoyed by such victories and hence, a thrilling contest seems to be on the cards.
Weather and Pitch conditions: Weather is expected to remain absolutely clear with a bright and sunny sky. No chances of rainfall throughout the day. The pitch will offer good bounce and carry and batsmen will enjoy batting on this pitch.
Player Recommendations:
Wicket-Keeper: Jimmy Peirson (8.5 Cr)
The Brisbane Heat keeper has been
Chris Lynn and Co. are gearing up to take on Shane Watson led Sydney Thunder in a mouth-watering clash at the Gabba in Brisbane on Thursday evening. This is the second time that the two teams are meeting this season. The last time they played against each other this season at the Spotless Stadium in Sydney, the Heat emerged victorious by 15 runs (D/L).
The Thunder will look to avenge their loss at home in this match. They are currently placed at third in the points table, two points more and three places ahead of the Heat placed at sixth. A win in this match will help Thunder to replace Melbourne Renegades at second position in the table. However, if Heat go on to win this match, it will see them replacing Thunder from third in the points table on account of better net run rate.
Both teams are coming into this match on the back of comprehensive victories. While Thunder registered a 71-run win over Adelaide Strikers, the Heat emerged victorious over the Renegades by 101 runs. Both teams have been buoyed by such victories and hence, a thrilling contest seems to be on the cards.
Weather and Pitch conditions: Weather is expected to remain absolutely clear with a bright and sunny sky. No chances of rainfall throughout the day. The pitch will offer good bounce and carry and batsmen will enjoy batting on this pitch.
Player Recommendations:
Wicket-Keeper: Jimmy Peirson (8.5 Cr)
The Brisbane Heat keeper has been batting at No 5 for the past couple of matches and has a couple of useful cameos to his name in this season as well. If he gets enough game time, he will get a good score under his belt. And keeping points are always there on the cards for him as well.
Batsman: Chris Lynn (11 Cr)
The Brisbane Heat skipper has 313 runs to his name at an average of 52.16 in the season so far. Those runs include three scores of fifty or more and also make him the second highest run scorer in the season so far.
All-Rounder: Daniel Sams (9 Cr)
The Sydney Thunder all-rounder is lethal both with the bat and ball. He is the sixth-highest wicket-taker in the league so far with 11 wickets to his name and also has scored a handy 135 runs with the bat. He makes a good captaincy choice as well.
Bowler: Brendon Doggett (8 Cr)
The Brisbane Heat youngster has 6 wickets at an average of 13.00 to his name in 4 matches so far. He has raw pace and the pitch at the Gabba will suit him considering the bounce he gets. He will find himself amongst the wickets once again.
Captain: Daniel Sams
Vice-Captain: Chris Lynn
