BRH vs MRE Prediction, 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update – BBL 2020-21, Match 39

Match Details:

The 39th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 season will be played between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at the Manuka Oval in Canberra.

This match will start at 1:45 PM IST (6:15 PM local time). It will be live on Sony Sports Network and live streaming is available on Sony LIV.

Preview:

The Manuka Oval in Canberra will witness the clash of two struggling sides, who are all trying in their own ways to carve their paths into the top 4. The road is uphill, but Brisbane Heat are making the destination look reachable as they have won 3 of their last 4 games.

Things are way more complicated for Melbourne Renegades, as they lost 7 games in a row. That streak was broken in the last game, but they still have a mountain to climb if they were to make it to the top 4. This game will be extremely crucial to both the teams.

BRH vs MRE Weather Report for Match 39:

The temperature will be around 29 °C in Canberra tomorrow, with the sun shining in all of its glory. The chances of rain are only 10%.

Pitch Report:

The Manuka Oval pitch will side with the batsmen, as bowlers will find it tough to be economical here. A score of more than 180 is what the team batting first should ideally aim for.

Average first innings score:

185 (5 BBL 2020-21 matches played at the venue)

Record of the chasing teams

Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tie – 0

Injury & Availability News:

Afghan cricketers Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman have left for national duties. Morne Morkel is available for selection for Brisbane Heat. 

BRH vs MRE Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Brisbane Heat:

Max Bryant, Joe Denly, Chris Lynn (C), Jack Wildermuth, Joe Burns, Lewis Gregory, Jimmy Peirson (WK), James Bazley, Mark Steketee, Xavier Bartlett, Morne Morkel.

Bench:

Matthew Kuhnemann, Sam Heazlett, Tom Cooper, Jack Wood, Ben Laughlin, Simon Milenko, Lachlan Pfeffer.

Melbourne Renegades:

Aaron Finch (C), Sam Harper (WK), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mackenzie Harvey, Beau Webster, Peter Hatzoglou, Imad Wasim, Jack Prestwidge, Will Sutherland, Noor Ahmad, Kane Richardson

Bench:

Rilee Rossouw, Josh Lalor, Benny Howell, Cameron Boyce, Zak Evans, Mitchell Perry, Jon Holland, Brody Couch, Shaun Marsh

BRH vs MRE Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:

Chris Lynn has been very consistent with the bat for the Brisbane Heat. He has amassed 223 runs at a very Lynnesque strike rate of over 150.

Showing exemplary consistency with the ball for Brisbane Heat is Mark Steketee. He has scalped 16 wickets from 8 games.

Aaron Finch’s form is not something to be proud of, but what makes him a decent alternate option for captaincy is his 9400+ T20 runs at a strike rate of over 140.

Jack Wildermuth can shine with both the bat and the ball. The Brisbane Heat all-rounder has picked up 9 wickets and has also scored 71 runs.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Aaron Finch, Chris Lynn

Vice-Captain Options – Mark Steketee, Jack Wildermuth

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for BRH vs MRE 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Sam Harper

Batsmen – Chris Lynn (C), Max Bryant, Joe Denly, Aaron Finch

All-Rounders – Jack Wildermuth (VC), Lewis Gregory, Jack Prestwidge

Bowlers – Peter Hatzoglou, Mark Steketee, Kane Richardson

12th Man – Imad Wasim

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for BRH vs MRE 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Jimmy Peirson

Batsmen – Chris Lynn, Joe Burns, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Finch (C)

All-Rounders – Jack Wildermuth, Jack Prestwidge

Bowlers – Xavier Bartlett, Mark Steketee (VC), Kane Richardson, Morne Morkel

12th Man – Lewis Gregory

Expert Advice:

Xavier Bartlett has been a tad bit expensive, but he has provided his team with crucial breakthroughs. Having picked up 8 wickets in as many matches, Bartlett can be a good budget option from bowlers.

Today’s BRH vs MRE Probable Winners:

Brisbane Heat are expected to win this match.

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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.