THU vs HEA Big Bash League Match Preview:

The Sydney Thunder will lock horns with the Brisbane Heat in the ninth match of the Big Bash League 2025 at Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia. The Thunder have suffered two consecutive defeats and now find themselves at the bottom of the point table, making their campaign a challenging one. Thunder will aim to put their past performance behind them and come back rejuvenated against the Heat.

Meanwhile, the Brisbane Heat bounced back strongly in their second match against the Perth Scorchers, winning by 8 wickets. Jack Wildermuth and Matt Renshaw provided support as they chased down a massive total of 257 runs. Their aim now is to maintain their winning streak in future games.

THU & HEA Recent Performance:

THU vs HEA Big Bash League  Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Big Bash League 
• Match: THU vs HEA Match 9
• Date: 22 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 1:45 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

THU vs HEA Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

THU vs HEA Pitch & Weather Report:

The sky remains partly sunny, with no rain interruptions expected. The temperature will hover around 18.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 142 and 166 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.

Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia Stats: 

Manuka Oval, Canberra, Australia, is expected to provide a decent pitch for batting. However, bowlers will also get some assistance if they assess the condition and bowl accordingly. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.    

THU vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Sydney Thunder (THU) Probable 11:

Sam Konstas, David Warner, Matthew Gilkes, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (WK), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley

Brisbane Heat (HEA) Probable 11:

Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson (WK), Xavier Bartlett, Shaheen Afridi, Liam Haskett, Matthew Kuhnemann

THU vs HEA- Top Picks from THU

THU vs HEA- Top Picks from HEA

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

Shadab Khan (THU) is an experienced all-rounder. He scored 41 runs in his last outing. So far, he has scored 75 runs and taken 2 wickets.

Sam Billings (THU) played an explosive knock of 51 runs against SS. He could prove to be a real game-changer.

Jack Wildermuth (HEA) has been lethal with the ball and bat. He has scored 110 runs and claimed 4 wickets so far. He is a profitable pick.

Matt Renshaw (HEA) is a smart differential choice. His aggressive batting style makes him a valuable player

THU vs HEA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

THU vs HEA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

THU vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

THU vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

HEA is expected to win this match. The Heat built confidence after winning the last game. Additionally, Jack Wildermuth’s excellent form is a good sign for them.

THU vs HEA Match 9 FAQ

Who is likely to win the THU vs HEA match today?

Brisbane Heat (THU) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Brisbane Heat

Who are the top fantasy picks for the THU vs HEA Dream11 team?

Jack Wildermuth, Cameron Bancroft, Matt Renshaw, Sam Billings, Xavier Bartlett and Shadab Khan

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 150 and 157 runs.