Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 | 22-Dec-2025 01:45 PM | Manuka Oval
SYT 193/4 (20) CRR: 7.95
BRH 159/6 (20) CRR: 7.95
Sydney Thunder won by 34 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Peirson* | 11 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 157.14 |
| Xavier Bartlett | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan McAndrew* | 4 | 1 | 35 | 0 | 8.75 |
| Daniel Sams | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
Last Wicket:Max Bryant c Chris Green b Daniel Sams 25(18) - 154/6 in 19.2 ov.
Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat
Sydney Thunder — Innings 1 (193/4 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Konstas c Munro b Jack Wildermuth | 63 | 45 | 8 | 0 | 140 | |
| Matthew Gilkes lbw b Shaheen Afridi | 76 | 48 | 4 | 3 | 158.33 | |
| Billings (wk) c Shaheen Afridi b M Kuhnemann | 25 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 227.27 | |
| Warner (c) c Alsop b Jack Wildermuth | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 175 | |
| Daniel Sams not out | 10 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Chris Green not out | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 5 | Wides: 6 | Total: 11 | |||||
| Total | 193 | 4 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Bancroft, Shadab Khan, McAndrew, T Sangha, R Topley | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.8 |
| Xavier Bartlett | 4 | 0 | 52 | 0 | 13 |
| Liam Haskett | 3 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 12 |
| M Kuhnemann | 4 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 7.2 |
| Jack Wildermuth | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.2 |
| Renshaw | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Konstas & Matthew Gilkes | 127 | 80 |
| Billings & Matthew Gilkes | 35 | 17 |
| Warner & Matthew Gilkes | 13 | 7 |
| Daniel Sams & Matthew Gilkes | 8 | 10 |
| Daniel Sams & Chris Green | 10 | 6 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sam Konstas | 13.2 | 127 |
| 2 | Billings | 16.1 | 162 |
| 3 | Warner | 17.2 | 175 |
| 4 | Matthew Gilkes | 18.6 | 183 |
Brisbane Heat — Innings 2 (159/6 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Munro c McAndrew b Shadab Khan | 18 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 128.57 | |
| Jack Wildermuth b Shadab Khan | 14 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 93.33 | |
| Matt Renshaw b Shadab Khan | 43 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 153.57 | |
| Hugh Weibgen b Daniel Sams | 30 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 115.38 | |
| Tom Alsop st Billings b Shadab Khan | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 55.56 | |
| Max Bryant c Chris Green b Daniel Sams | 25 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 138.89 | |
| Jimmy Peirson (wk) not out | 11 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 157.14 | |
| Xavier Bartlett (c) not out | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 5 | Wides: 5 | Total: 10 | |||||
| Total | 159 | 6 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Shaheen Afridi, Liam Haskett, Matthew Kuhnemann | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reece Topley | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 10.5 |
| Nathan McAndrew | 4 | 1 | 35 | 0 | 8.8 |
| Daniel Sams | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.2 |
| Shadab Khan | 4 | 0 | 24 | 4 | 6 |
| Chris Green | 4 | 0 | 32 | 0 | 8 |
| Tanveer Sangha | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Munro & Jack Wildermuth | 37 | 28 |
| Renshaw & Jack Wildermuth | 1 | 2 |
| Renshaw & Hugh Weibgen | 70 | 47 |
| Alsop & Hugh Weibgen | 7 | 10 |
| Alsop & Bryant | 16 | 12 |
| Peirson & Bryant | 23 | 17 |
| Peirson & Bartlett | 5 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colin Munro | 4.4 | 37 |
| 2 | Jack Wildermuth | 4.6 | 38 |
| 3 | Matt Renshaw | 12.5 | 108 |
| 4 | Hugh Weibgen | 14.3 | 115 |
| 5 | Tom Alsop | 16.3 | 131 |
| 6 | Max Bryant | 19.2 | 154 |
Match Info
| Match | Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat |
|---|---|
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Time | 22-Dec-2025 01:45 PM |
| Venue | Manuka Oval |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat (THU vs HEA)
Sydney Thunder will face Brisbane Heat in a thrilling match on 22-Dec-2025 in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26. The match will be played at Manuka Oval at 01:45 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Match Overview
Sydney Thunder is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Brisbane Heat remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26.
The pitch at Manuka Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Sydney Thunder will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Brisbane Heat will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Sydney Thunder batting and Brisbane Heat bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Sydney Thunder showcase its strengths, or will Brisbane Heat pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 22-Dec-2025 to find out the answer!
Sydney Thunder Squad
Sam Billings, Chris Green, Cameron Bancroft, Nathan McAndrew, Daniel Sams, Matthew Gilkes, Oliver Davies, Tanveer Sangha, Shadab Khan, Reece Topley, Ryan Hadley, Blake Nikitaras, Charlie Anderson, Sam Konstas
Brisbane Heat Squad
Shaheen Afridi, Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Lachlan Hearne, Tom Alsop, Jimmy Peirson, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Nathan McSweeney (C), Patrick Dooley, Hugh Weibgen, Tom Balkin, Liam Haskett, Ollie Patterson
