Sydney Sixers are all set to lock horns against the Brisbane Heat in the 15th Match of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on December 29 at the Gabba in Brisbane. The side sits at the top spot of the points table with three out of three wins and will be looking to maintain their dominating form heading into this game.
The side heads into this game after toppling the Melbourne Stars by eight wickets in the last encounter. The visitors will be looking to pose a big threat to the hosts to mark their fourth straight win in the showpiece event.
Here is the probable playing XI of Sydney Sixers against Brisbane Heat:
Openers: Josh Philippe and James Vince
The two-star batters will be looking to give a great start to the Sixers in this game. Josh Philippe has been one of the best batters who has been giving a great start to the side. The wicketkeeper-batter can repeat the same role in this game while Vince is also expected to maintain his dominating form in this game.
Batter: Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Lachlan Shaw
Moises Henriques has been one of the best batters and exceptional leaders, leading his side from the front with his blistering performances. Wicketkeeper batter Jordan Silk has been a great batter and will be looking to boost the middle and lower order of the game.
All-rounders: Jack Edwards, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis
Jack Edwards has been one of the best all-rounders from the Sixers camp who can crush the Heat with both bat and ball. Hayden Kerr has been in great form and poses a big threat to the Heat in this game. Ben Dwarshuis will be responsible for playing a crucial role with the ball in the middle overs of the game alongside batting at the lower spot.
Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird
Akeal Hosein will be leading the pace attack of the team and will be looking to crush Heat’s batting lineup. Todd Murphy has been one of the best bowlers when it comes to T20 leagues. Jackson Bird might pose a big threat to opponents in this game.