The Big Bash League 2024-25 will continue the action with Brisbane Heat taking on Melbourne Stars in game 19 of the tournament at the Brisbane Cricket Ground, Woolloongabba, Brisbane on Wednesday, January 1.
The Melbourne Stars have gotten off to the worst of starts, losing their first five games to be sitting at the bottom of the standings with no points. On the other hand, Heat have also had a subpar campaign so far. In four matches, they have won two games and lost as many to be positioned fifth in the table.
HEA vs STA Match Details:
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming Details | Click Here |
| Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars, Match 19, Big Bash League 2024-25 | Brisbane Cricket Ground, Woolloongabba, Brisbane | Wednesday, January 1, 1:45 pm IST | Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar (app and website) | HEA vs STA Match Live Score |
HEA vs STA Pitch Report
The surface at the Brisbane Cricket Ground is is preferred by the bowlers. A low-scoring game could be expected on such a pitch. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss could be a wise decision.
HEA vs STA Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Won by Brisbane Heat | Won by Melbourne Stars | No Result | First Played | Last Played |
| 20 | 13 | 7 | 00 | 20 Dec 2011 | 18 Dec 2024 |
Predicted Playing XIs for HEA vs STA
Brisbane Heat (HEA)
Tom Banton, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Colin Munro (c), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Paul Walter, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Spencer Johnson, Matthew Kuhnemann
Melbourne Stars (STA)
Ben Duckett, Sam Harper (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Brody Couch, Peter Siddle
Probable Top Performers from HEA vs STA
Probable Best Batter: Nathan McSweeney
Brisbane Heat’s Nathan McSweeney could be the best batter in the upcoming game. McSweeney has been in good form and has 160 runs in three innings thus far.
Probable Best Bowler: Spencer Johnson
Brisbane Heat’s Spencer Johnson could be the best bowler in the upcoming game. Johnson has been in good form and will hope to put up a show
Also Check: BBL 2024-25 Schedule
Today’s Match Prediction: Brisbane Heat to win the match
Scenario 1
Brisbane Heat win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 40-50
STA: 130-140
Brisbane Heat win the match
Scenario 2
Melbourne Stars win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 40-50
HEA: 150-170
Brisbane Heat win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.