The BBL 2025 Challenger between Sydney Sixers and Hobart Hurricanes will take place at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Friday. The Sydney Sixers lost the qualifier match by 48 runs against the Perth Scorchers, failing to chase down the target of 148 runs. They have one more chance to reach the finals via the Challenger, though their batting lineup needs serious improvement after being dismissed for just 99.

On the other hand, the Hobart Hurricanes won the Knockout match by 3 runs against the Melbourne Stars and booked their spot for the Challenger. The return of Nathan Ellis to the Hurricanes after missing the Knockout is a major plus. When they team up with Riley Meredith, their attack gains a lot of pace and bounce, and they have already taken 25 wickets this season.

Also Read: BBL 2025-26 Challenger: HUR vs STA head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

SIX vs HUR Match Details

• Match: Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes, Challenger 

• Date: 23rd January 2026

• Time: 1.45 PM IST

• Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SIX vs HUR Weather Report

SIX vs HUR Pitch Report

The Sydney Cricket Ground should offer a balanced competition. At the beginning, there could be some movement in the air and some assistance from the surface under lights.

Top Batters to Watch – SIX vs HUR

• Nikhil Chaudhary (HUR): 303 runs in this tournament

• Ben McDermott (HUR): 282 runs in this tournament 

• Josh Philippe (SIX): 253 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SIX vs HUR

• Jack Edwards (SIX): 17 wickets in this tournament 

• Rishad Hossain (HUR): 13 wickets in this tournament 

• Ben Dwarshuis (SIX): 13 wickets in this tournament 

SIX vs HUR Recent Form

SIX vs HUR Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If HUR Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–45

• Predicted Total: 165–170

• Match Result: SIX to win

Scenario 2: If HUR bats first

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 175–185

• Match Result: SIX to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SIX vs HUR Predicted Playing XIs

Hobart Hurricanes 

Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward, Beau Webster, Ben McDermott(c), Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade(w), Mac Wright, Chris Jordan, Jackson Bird, Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith.

Sydney Sixers

Daniel Hughes, Steve Smith, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Ben Manenti

SIX vs HUR Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, the Sydney Sixers are the favourites to win this BBL match. Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward and Beau Webster are expected to be the key performers.

SIX vs HUR Match FAQs

SIX vs HEA Big Bash League Match Preview:

Big Bash League 2025-26 continues with the Sydney Sixers taking on the Brisbane Heat on 5th January. This match will take place at International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour, Australia. The Sixers are going through a rough patch, losing three out of their five games and holding the fifth spot. However, they registered their second win of the tournament after defeating the Melbourne Renegades by 6 wickets. Now, the Sydney Sixers are looking to give their best to improve their standings.

Similarly, the Heat heads into this game after a 4-wicket win against the Melbourne Stars. In the last match, they chased down a massive total of 195 with 4 wickets remaining in hand. HEA is currently sitting in fourth spot of the point table with six points under their belt. Now, they will be keen to maintain their winning momentum.

SIX vs HEA Recent Performance:

SIX vs HEA Big Bash League Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Big Bash League 
• Match: SIX vs HEA Match 24
• Date: 5 Jan. 2025
• Match Start Time: 1:45 AM IST
• Stadium/Venue: International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour, Australia
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar.

SIX vs HEA Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

SIX vs HEA Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain cloudy, with a humidity level of 65%. The temperature will hover around 26.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 147 and 164 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.

International Sports Stadium Stats: 

The International Sports Stadium pitch offers an ideal surface with a good carry and bounce. However, pacers get a little dominance throughout the match. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

SIX vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Sydney Sixers (HEA) Probable 11:

Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe (WK), Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr

Brisbane Heat (SIX) Probable 11:

Jack Wildermuth, Colin Munro, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson (WK), Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Tom Balkin, Ollie Patterson

SIX vs HEA- Top Picks from SIX

SIX vs HEA- Top Picks from HEA

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Jack Edwards (SIX) has bowled impressively for SIX in this tournament. In the four matches, he has already picked up 10 wickets.
• Josh Philippe (SIX) is currently at the top of the SIX run chart table. He has scored 196 runs so far with a strike rate of 154.33.
• Jack Wildermuth (HEA) has been very impressive this season. He has managed to score 145 runs and claimed 8 wickets.
• Matt Renshaw (HEA) has scored 243 runs so far with an average of 40.50. He is a must-own pick for this match.

SIX vs HEA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

SIX vs HEA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

SIX vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

SIX vs HEA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

SIX has more chances to win this match. They have a better run rate and a well-experienced squad this season. Additionally, Jack Edwards’s excellent form is also a good sign for them.

SIX vs HEA Match 24 FAQ

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

Sydney Sixers (SIX) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Both teams are on equal footing.

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

Jack Edwards, Josh Philippe, Jack Wildermuth, Matt Renshaw and Babar Azam

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 147 and 164 runs.

The 24th BBL 2025 match between the Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat will take place at International Sports Stadium in Coffs Harbour on Monday. In this BBL campaign, the Sydney Sixers have been unable to gain momentum and have only managed one win while experiencing three losses. As the tournament progresses, they will be looking for quick results to move up the ladder.

On the other hand, Brisbane Heat's journey has been uneven, with three victories and three losses, leaving them in the fourth spot on the table. They won their previous match by four wickets.

Also Read: BBL 2025-26 Match 24: SIX vs HEA head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

SIX vs HEA Match Details

• Match: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat, 24th Match 

• Date: 5th January 2026

• Time: 1.45 PM IST

• Venue: International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour

• Live Streaming: FanCode

SIX vs HEA Weather Report

SIX vs HEA Pitch Report

International Sports Stadium has been known as a good ground for batters. The shorter boundaries compared to other venues in the country have made batters enjoy playing here.

Top Batters to Watch – SIX vs HEA

• Matt Renshaw (HEA): 243 runs in this tournament 

• Josh Philippe (SIX): 196 runs in this tournament 

• Max Bryant (HEA): 179 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SIX vs HEA

• Jack Edwards (SIX): 10 wickets in this tournament 

• Jack Wildermuth (HEA): 8 wickets in this tournament 

• Xavier Bartlett (HEA): 8 wickets in this tournament 

SIX vs HEA Recent Form

SIX vs HEA Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If HEA Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 35–45

• Predicted Total: 175–185

• Match Result: HEA to win

Scenario 2: If SIX Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: HEA to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

SIX vs HEA Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers 

Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr

Brisbane Heat 

Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney(c), Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson(w), Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Thomas Balkin, Ollie Patterson

SIX vs HEA Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, the Brisbane Heat are the favourites to win this BBL match. Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth and Matt Renshaw are expected to be the key performers.

SIX vs HEA Match FAQs

The Sydney Sixers (SIX) will face the Brisbane Heat (HEA) in Match 24 of the Big Bash League 2025-26. The game will be played on Monday, January 5, at the International Sports Stadium in Coffs Harbour.

The Sixers have had an up-and-down season so far. They have won two out of their five matches. In their last game against the Melbourne Renegades, they secured a six-wicket win in a tight contest that went to the final over. That victory will give them confidence as they look to build some momentum.

The Brisbane Heat have done slightly better this season. They have played six matches, winning three and losing three. The Heat are currently placed fourth on the points table and will be keen to move higher with a win in this match.

SIX vs HEA: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 23
• Sydney Sixers Won: 14
  
• Brisbane Heat Won: 7
  
• Tied/No Result: 2
  

SIX vs HEA: Pitch Report

The Coffs Harbour pitch usually helps teams chasing targets. Only a few BBL matches have been played here, but most were won by the team batting second. The surface is slow early on, but batting becomes easier as the match goes on. Any total above 150 can be competitive.

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SIX vs HEA: Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers (SIX):

Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Hayden Kerr

Brisbane Heat (HEA):

Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney (c), Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Thomas Balkin, Ollie Patterson

SIX vs HEA, Challenger Preview

The Challenger play-off fixture in the 2022-23 Big Bash League sees Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat go head to head at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday evening. The winner of this fixture will progress to Saturday’s final against Perth Scorchers. Sydney Sixers were beaten in the Qualifier but have been in brilliant form over the last few weeks. They will come into this game full of confidence. Brisbane Heat have come from nowhere in the second half of the tournament but may well struggle without their Test batters in this match.

SIX vs HEA, Challenger Details

Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat – Challenger

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground – Sydney

Date & Time: 02th February 2023 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

SIX vs HEA, Challenger Pitch Report

The highest score on this pitch in this year’s tournament is 187-2 with most first innings totals of around 145-155. There is spin as well as pace and bounce on this pitch. Mostly sunny conditions with any cloud cover disappearing in the latter stages of the game.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update

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SIX vs HEA, Challenger Probable Playing XIs:

Brisbane Heat Probable Playing XIs

Josh Brown, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Matt Renshaw, Ross Whiteley, Jimmy Peirson (c) (wk), Michael Neser, James Bazley, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson, Xavier Bartlett

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), Daniel Hughes, Kurtis Patterson, Moises Henriques, Jordan Silk, Hayden Kerr, Dan Christian, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Steve O’Keefe, Izarulhaq Haveed

Topmost Picks for SIX vs HEA Dream11 Prediction, Challenger:

Top Picks – Brisbane Heat

• Michael Neser – The pace bowling all-rounder picked up two more wickets against Melbourne Renegades in the Knockout. He dismissed Aaron Finch and Will Sutherland.

• Jimmy Peirson – Batting in the middle order and ready to take on the captaincy again, Peirson has scored over 300 runs in BBL12 and has been a fine wicket keeper.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Sean Abbott – The bowling all-rounder is the leading wicket taker across the tournament. He has a strike rate of every 10.8 balls from 50.4 overs bowled.

• Moises Henriques – The skipper’s third half-century of the tournament took his run tally to over 300. Without Steve Smith’s runs, Henriques becomes even more important to the batting line-up.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SIX vs HEA Dream11 Team:

Josh Philippe, Usman Khawaja(VC), Marnus Labuschagne, Moises Henriques, Steve Smith(C), Michael Neser, Matt Renshaw, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SIX vs HEA Dream11 Team:

Jimmy Peirson, Usman Khawaja, Sam Hain, Moises Henriques, Steve Smith, Michael Neser(C), James Bazley, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott(VC), Matthew Kuhnemann

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Steve Smith, Michael Neser

Vice-captain – Sean Abbott, Usman Khawaja

Wicketkeeper – Jimmy Peirson

SIX vs HEA Challenger Probable winners:

Both teams are not at full strength with the Australia Test team off to India. Brisbane Heat have lost three of their best batters whereas Sydney Sixers have lost only one of theirs. It is the Sixers who look the strongest. With the prize of a BBL final against Perth Scorchers up for grabs, we are expecting a very entertaining Challenger fixture at the SCG. Brisbane Heat look far weaker without their three Test batters but Steve Smith is arguably a bigger loss for Sydney Sixers. However, the Sixers have Sean Abbott who is a fantastic BBL bowler and we expect him to make the difference. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.

Both the Sixers and Heat will have to contend with the loss of key players. Sydney lose Steve Smith while Heat lose Khawaja and Labuschagne. Heat made some incredible strides after the national stars returned and now will feel they are in trouble as they make their way through with the others who are remaining in the squad.

SIX vs HEA Match Details

Date: February 2nd 2023

Time:  1:45 PM IST

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground

SIX vs HEA Weather Report

The Weather at Sydney is pretty good for the upcoming game.

SIX vs HEA Pitch Report

A flat track at Sydney is expected and batting second will be a better option.

SIX vs HEA head-to-Head

Played- 17 | Sydney Sixers -13 | Brisbane Heat – 4 | No Result- 0 | Tie- 0

SIX vs HEA Predicted Playing XI

Sydney Sixers Playing XI

Josh Philippe, Daniel Hughes, Jack Edwards, Jordan Silk, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards, Dan Christian, Hayden Kerr, Nathan Lyon, Steve O Keefe, Sean Abbott

Brisbane Heat Playing XI

Rose Whitelay, Max Bryant, Will Prestwidge, James Bazley, Jimmy Peirson, Sam Hain, Jack WIldermuth, Sam Heazlett, Michael Neser, Mitchell Swepson, Mark Steketee

SIX vs HEA Key Players

Josh Philippe

Steve Smith is gone and Philippe will once again have to take responsibility in the batting line-up. With the batting line-up losing a key player, Philippe’s intent up top will be very important as the Sixers look to set up another Final against the Scorchers.

Michael Neser

Brisbane are losing a lot of talent with national duty calling. Neser is still around though and will have to make a huge contribution if Brisbane are to make their way to the Finals.

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SIX vs HEA Match Tips

With national duty around, Sixers are favorites given their depth in talent as they look to set up another Final against the Perth Scorchers.

Match Prediction: Sydney Sixers Will Win the Match