BBL 2019-20, Match 9: Sydney Sixers vs Brisbane Heat: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Tom Banton is suffering from a virus and has been replaced by Jack Prestwidge.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 21 Dec 2019, 20:36 IST

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Toss Update

Sydney Sixers won the toss and elected to field first.

Sydney Sixers Playing XI:

Daniel Hughes, Josh Philippe(w), James Vince, Moises Henriques(c), Jordan Silk, Hayden Kerr, Tom Curran, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Ben Manenti, Lloyd Pope

Brisbane Heat Playing XI:

Sam Heazlett, Max Bryant, Chris Lynn(c), Matt Renshaw, Jimmy Peirson(w), Ben Cutting, Jack Prestwidge, Josh Lalor, Mitchell Swepson, Ben Laughlin, Zahir Khan

Match Details

The 9th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2019-20 will be played between Sydney Sixers and Brisbane Heat at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney.

The match starts at 7:10 PM local time (1:40 PM IST) (8:10 AM GMT). This game can be viewed on Sony Six and Sony Six HD. Live streaming will be available on Sony LIV.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Brisbane Heat has suffered two back to back defeats so far in Big Bash League 2019-20. They would be eager to get back on the winning track in the upcoming match against Sydney Sixers. They boast a strong batting line-up that comprises of Max Bryant and Chris Lynn in the top order.

But, the formidable trio is yet to perform as a team. If two out of three managed to click a good knock then the chances of Heat winning the match will be quite high. However, their bowling has done a decent job in the ongoing tournament and will look to replicate their form against Sixers as well.

Sydney Sixers are currently ranked fourth in the points table with two points. They will look to grab some important points and improve their ranking in the leaderboard. With the likes of Josh Philippe, James Vince and Daniel Hughes their chances are high to outclass the out of form Heat.

Weather Condition/Report

With no chances of rain, it is expected to be a perfect day for a cricket match. However, the temperature is expected to deviate between 20 and 24 Degree Celsius according to Accuweather.


Pitch Report

The track at Sydney Cricket Ground will be favourable for the batsmen with spinner coming into the picture in the latter part of the game. However, batsmen will look to pile some big runs in the batting-friendly conditions. On the other hand, the team winning the toss will look to the field because teams have found it difficult to chase at this venue.

Average first innings score: 131 (1 matches played this season)

Record of the chasing teams: Won – 1; Lost – 0

Injury and Availability News:

Tom Banton is suffering from a virus and has been replaced by Jack Prestwidge.

Probable Playing XIs

Brisbane Heat

Max Bryant, Chris Lynn (C), Matt Renshaw, Sam Heazlett, Ben Cutting, Jimmy Peirson (WK), Jack Prestwidge, Josh Lalor, Mitchell Swepson, Ben Laughlin, Zahir Khan.

Bench – Matthew Kuhnemann, Tom Banton, Mark Steketee

Sydney Sixers

Josh Philippe (wk), Daniel Hughes, James Vince, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Hayden Kerr, Tom Curran, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Ben Manenti, Steve OKeefe.

Bench: Mickey Edwards, Lloyd Pope

Top Picks

Josh Philippe is in good form for Sydney Sixers, who has mustered 105 runs in his last two outings and will be an important player to watch against Heat. Mitchell Swepson looks effective with the ball and in spin-friendly conditions, he will look to get some wickets when he will play against Sixers.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – James Vince, Max Bryant, Josh Philippe

Vice-Captain Options – Chris Lynn, Matt Renshaw, Moises Henriques

Suggested playing XI no.1 for fantasy cricket:

Keeper – Josh Philippe (VC)

Batsmen –Max Bryant, Chris Lynn (C), James Vince

All-Rounders – Tom Curran, Ben Cutting, Matt Renshaw

Bowlers –Ben Laughlin, Josh Lalor, Mitchell Swepson, Sean Abbott

Suggested playing XI no.2 for fantasy cricket:

Keeper – Josh Philippe

Batsmen –Sam Heazlett, Max Bryant (C), Daniel Hughes (VC)

All-Rounders – Tom Curran, Matt Renshaw, Moises Henriques

Bowlers –Ben Laughlin, Josh Lalor, Ben Dwarshuis, Mark Steketee


Expert Advice

Chris Lynn is known for his hard-hitting and is an extraordinary opener on his good days. Currently, he is in bad form with the bat but can be a dangerous player in the upcoming match. Looking forward to his form, he could be a risky pick but will be worth for any Grand League Side.

Probable Winners

Brisbane Heat are expected to win the match.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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