We take a look at Friday’s (20/12/2019) BBL Big Bash 2019/2020 match between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars. We take a look at both teams odds and give our tips and value tips for the match.
When: Friday, 20th December at 7:10PM
Where: Metricon Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Preview:
It’s a bit of a coin flip on Friday as the Heat and the Stars square off with even money on offer.
Brisbane will be looking to rebound from its disappointing 29-run loss to the Thunder during Tuesday’s season-opener, while the Stars will be hoping to pick up where they left off after losing the 2018/19 final to the Renegades.
The Heat got off to a fast start against the Thunder taking three wickets in the opening five overs but were unable to capitalize. Brisbane’s aggressive approach at the crease cost them early wickets as Tom Banton, Max Bryant and Chris Lynn were all dismissed for under 20-runs – a harsh reality check for a team hyped up as one of the best batting teams in the competition.
Melbourne will pose another huge challenge to Brisbane on short rest with a very talented lineup of first-class players.
Marcus Stoinis, Ben Dunk, Glenn Maxwell and Peter Handscomb are all a threat as Top Stars Runscorer, and with the ball, Dale Steyn looks to make an impact in his BBL09 debut.
Steyn has taken 61 wickets across 44 T20I matches, making up a serious one-two combination with Adam Zampa – who has taken 51 BBL wickets in 52 matches.
The Stars’ talent far outweighs the Heat’s on paper, and considering Brisbane are notorious for starting the season slowly, it’s worth taking the visitors to win this one at a good price.
Odds:
Tip: Melbourne Stars $1.90
Value BET: Man of the Match: Glenn Maxwell at $10.00
Teams:
Brisbane Heat
Squad: Chris Lynn, Tom Banton, Max Bryant, Joe Burns, Ben Cutting, AB de Villiers, Sam Heazlett, Zahir Khan, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Lalor, Ben Laughlin, James Pattinson, Jimmy Peirson, Jack Prestwidge, Matt Renshaw, Mark Steketee, Mitch Swepson, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
Melbourne Stars
Squad: Glenn Maxwell, Pat Brown, Hilton Cartwright, Jackson Coleman, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Ben Dunk, Seb Gotch, Peter Handscomb, Clint Hinchliffe, Sandeep Lamichhane, Nick Larkin, Nic Maddinson, Jonathan Merlo, Lance Morris, Tom O’Connell, Dale Steyn, Marcus Stoinis, Daniel Worrall, Adam Zampa.
*Odds correct at time of posting. Subject to change