Match Details:
The Challenger of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 will be played between Perth Scorchers and Brisbane Heat on 4th February at Manuka Oval in Canberra.
The match is scheduled to start at 7:40 PM local time (2:10 PM IST) and it will be streamed live on Sony Sports Network and also in Sony Liv.
Preview:
In the Challenger match, Perth Scorchers will go one-on-one against Brisbane Heat on Thursday played at Manuka Oval, Canberra. Perth Scorchers looked a better side comparatively coming into this playoffs. as they finished 2nd in the points table. They have a 1-1 win-loss record in this competition against Brisbane Heat and they will be hoping to make 2-1 by beating them in the Challenger.
On the other hand, Brisbane Heat had to work really hard to reach this point. They are in good form after beating Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder in the Eliminator and Knockout matches respectively. Jimmy Peirson was magnificent in both games, as he finished the game for his side in the run chase. Skipper Chris Lynn’s form is a bit concerning for the management, but he is a big-game player and will be ready to take on the challenge.
BRH vs PSC Weather Report for Challenger:
There are 60 percent chances of precipitation for the Challenger match. The temperature will be ranging between 20 to 23 degrees Celsius and the humidity will be 58 percent.
Pitch Condition/Report:
It’s a neutral wicket with equal support for batsmen and bowlers. The team batting second have come out on top in the last 5 matches played here at the Manuka Oval. Hence, it will be challenging for the team batting first to put up a good enough total on the board.
Average first innings score:
163 (Last 5 matches played on this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 5, Lost – 0, Tie – 0
Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
BRH vs PSC Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Perth Scorchers
Jason Roy, Liam Livingstone, Colin Munro, Josh Inglis (wk), Mitchell Marsh, Ashton Turner (c), Aaron Hardie, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Fawad Ahmed
Bench:
Cameron Bancroft, Joel Paris, Matthew Kelly, Corey Rocchiccioli
Brisbane Heat
Sam Heazlett, Chris Lynn, Joe Denly, Marnus Labuschagne, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Joe Burns, Lewis Gregory, Mark Steketee, Mitchell Swepson, Ben Laughlin, Xavier Bartlett
Bench:
James Bazley, Max Bryant, Tom Cooper, Matthew Kuhnemann, Lachlan Pfeffer, Jack Wildermuth, Morne Morkel
BRH vs PSC Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:
Overseas International capped player Jason Roy has proved his worth in this year’s BBL for Perth Scorchers, having scored 355 runs in 12 innings at an average of 32.27 and a strike rate of 130.51.
Wicketkeeper Josh Inglis was the highest run-scorer for Perth Scorchers in the Qualifier match against Sydney Sixers. Coming at No. 4, he scored unbeaten 69* from 41 balls. Overall in this tournament, he has scored 391 runs at an average of 35.54.
Colin Munro is the overall leading run-scorer for Perth Scorchers, he has scored 441 runs in 14 matches, averaging 33.92. He has a highest score of 82.
Jhye Richardson has been exceptional with the ball throughout the BBL,. He is the leading wicket-taker of this tournament with 27 wickets to his name.
Chris Lynn is a clean striker of the cricket ball. He has the ability to hit long sixes and can change the course of the game is just a span of overs. In 12 innings, he has scored 436 runs at an average of 36.33 and a strike rate of 156.27.
Marnus Labuschagne has been brilliant with both bat and ball. He has scored 161 runs at an average of 32.20 and a strike rate of 124.8. He has also been outstanding with the ball as well, picking 10 wickets in just 5 matches at an economy rate of 7.33 runs per over.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Marnus Labuschagne, Chris Lynn
Vice-Captain Options – Josh Inglis, Colin Munro
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for BRH vs PSC 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Josh Inglis (vc), Jimmy Peirson
Batters – Ashton Turner, Jason Roy, Colin Munro, Sam Heazlett, Chris Lynn
All-Rounders – Marnus Labuschagne (c)
Bowlers – Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Mitchell Swepson
12th Man – Mark Steketee
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for BRH vs PSC 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Josh Inglis
Batters – Jason Roy, Mitchell Marsh, Colin Munro (vc), Chris Lynn (c)
All-Rounders – Liam Livingstone, Marnus Labuschagne
Bowlers – Andrew Tye, Xavier Bartlett, Mark Steketee, Mitchell Swepson
12th Man – Jimmy Peirson
Expert Advice:
Mark Steketee is going to be an X factor for Brisbane Heat in the Challenger. He is the go-to go bowler for his captain. He must be included in at least one of your 11Wickets Fantasy teams.
Today’s SCO vs HEA Probable Winners:
Brisbane Heat are expected to win this match.
