Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers, 40th Match

Brisbane
Brisbane Cricket Ground
203
39
15
Heat
BH
171/9 (20.0)
Sixers chose to BOWL
Sixers
SS
177/5 (18.4)
Sixers won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
HEA vs SS Match Preview, Pitch Report, Weather Update & Fantasy Tips | Big Bash League

Published on Jan 16, 2026

HEA vs SS Match Preview, Pitch Report, Weather Update & Fantasy Tips | Big Bash League

The Big Bash League (BBL) is heating up as action shifts to the iconic Brisbane Cricket Ground (The Gabba) for a blockbuster clash between Brisbane Heat (HEA) and Sydney Sixers (SIX). Known for high-scoring thrillers and fast bowling dominance, the Gabba promises another run-fest.

The Sixers are in red-hot form, winning four matches in a row, while the Heat have been inconsistent but remain dangerous at home. For fantasy cricket lovers, this match is a perfect opportunity to score big points with top-order batters and strike pacers.

HEA vs SIX Match Details

  • Match: Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers – BBL
  • Venue: Brisbane Cricket Ground (Gabba), Brisbane
  • Date: As per BBL schedule
  • Time: Evening match (Local time)

Toss Update

Sydney Sixers have won the toss and have opted to field

Live Streaming & Broadcast

  • 📺 TV: Star Sports Network
  • 📱 Live Streaming: JioHotstar App & Website

Weather Report – Brisbane

  • Temperature: 26°C – 28°C
  • Conditions: Hot & humid
  • Rain Chance: Very low
  • Outfield: Fast due to humidity

Brisbane evenings are usually humid, which can help swing bowlers early on. The Gabba’s excellent drainage ensures uninterrupted play even if there’s light drizzle.

Pitch Report – The Gabba (Batting Paradise)

The Gabba is one of the best batting wickets in Australia.

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 203 runs (last 5 matches)
  • Pacers’ Wickets: 39
  • Spinners’ Wickets: 15

Pitch Insight:

  • Flat surface with true bounce
  • Ball comes nicely onto the bat
  • Fast bowlers get help from bounce
  • Spinners struggle to grip

👉 Fantasy Tip: Prioritize top-order batters and genuine fast bowlers. Avoid finger spinners unless they contribute with the bat.

Team Form & Head-to-Head

Brisbane Heat

  • Last 5 Matches: W L W L W
  • Strong at home, relies heavily on top order

Brisbane Heat (Playing XI): Usman Khawaja(c), Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Marnus Labuschagne, Jimmy Peirson(w), Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Zaman Khan

Sydney Sixers

  • Last 5 Matches: W W W W L
  • Most consistent team this season

Sydney Sixers (Playing XI): Steven Smith, Babar Azam, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Sam Curran, Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc

Head-to-Head Record

  • Sixers: 11 wins
  • Heat: 6 wins

Sixers clearly dominate the rivalry but playing at the Gabba always gives Heat a fighting chance.

Key Players to Watch

⭐ Must-Have Picks

Steven Smith (SIX)

  • Coming off a brilliant 100-run knock
  • Massive selection %, ideal captain choice
  • Class player on flat pitches

Jack Edwards (SIX)

  • Season MVP so far
  • 15 wickets + 109 runs
  • Averages 100+ fantasy points
  • Complete all-round package

Xavier Bartlett (HEA)

  • Heat’s strike bowler
  • 13 wickets in the series
  • Loves bowling at the Gabba

Usman Khawaja (HEA)

  • Strong home record
  • Scored 78 runs in last Gabba outing
  • Reliable top-order batter

🎯 Differential Picks

Ben Dwarshuis (SIX)

  • 11 wickets this season
  • Left-arm pace adds variety
  • Useful in powerplay and death

Joel Davies (SIX)

  • Budget-friendly option
  • 10 wickets + 83 runs
  • Fantasy average: 75.8 points

Matt Renshaw (HEA)

  • 324 runs this season
  • Stabilizes innings if early wickets fall

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

✅ Safe Options (Small & Mega Leagues)

  • Steven Smith – Elite form + flat pitch
  • Jack Edwards – Guaranteed points in both innings

⚠️ Risky / Grand League Picks

  • Usman Khawaja – Big score potential at home
  • Xavier Bartlett – New-ball threat with bounce

Final Fantasy Strategy – HEA vs SIX

  • 🔹 Ignore most spinners; focus on pacers
  • 🔹 Pick top 3 batters from both teams
  • 🔹 Death-over bowlers are gold
  • 🔹 Check toss – batting first often posts big totals
  • 🔹 Balance team with at least 2 all-rounders

Match Prediction

With current form and head-to-head dominance, Sydney Sixers start as favorites, but Brisbane Heat at the Gabba can never be written off. Expect a high-scoring thriller with plenty of fantasy points on offer.

Disclaimer

This preview is based on recent stats, pitch data, and player form. Fantasy sports involve financial risk. Please play responsibly and always confirm final playing XIs after the toss.

Big Bash League HEA vs SIX players T20 past performance, current series performance, projected points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceLineup selectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Jack EdwardsSSALL82RHB6158654715.44120.30103RM51583.224.258.517.125/26378100.680510915100777.6414.611.99162712110
Xavier BartlettBHBOWL122RHB67296245916.42128.92177RFM1201443.425.258.7817.244/1063973.3660651388.9979.282.895.516772710
Michael NeserBHALL129RHB82297756414.62127.04189RMF1261473.324.028.4816.934/256614545110831.061.442.07311973380
Ben DwarshuisSSBOWL201LHB1235312726618.17141.331145LFM1982583.622.798.3416.385/2148772.1505261171.4947.232.653.751818068
Sam CurranSSALL349LHB28961603910226.48137.2837721LMF3253253.228.128.881995/10150279.515918350569.347.147.451191917414
Josh PhilippeSSWK161RHB1541436509926.07136.1423460000-124863504232062.5388.84.85.17143416014
Sean AbbottSSBOWL218RHB1213597211011.3116.82193RFM2142753.321.988.6415.2125/1611456231036601042.461.272.2211470358
Usman KhawajaBHBAT124LHB1239347510930.48131.5221478RM000-30286.517397050141.213.873.9817231900
Max BryantBHBAT86RHB861117888123.84141.567253RM000-34948.7438208055.6536.461.411.8115342208
Jimmy PeirsonBHWK125RHB1132419387221.77122.967214000-91933.2299119044.4726.530.851.031913108
Zaman KhanBHBOWL120RHB32199096.9297.82012RF1201423.424.638.617.134/1625225500101113.940.410.667510470
Lachlan ShawSSBAT15RHB1131963324.5144.11025000-834613856066.767.880.410.4812412908
Matt RenshawBHBAT99LHB9713235710228.05134.611255OB34171.827.527.5221.902/2640993.1838324577.8479.8213.8110.07223-210
Mitchell StarcSSBOWL164LHB5832227298.7390.8018LF1612283.720.718.0115.565/3562143430101162.86.225.47214501410
Nathan McSweeneyBHALL47RHB46611418428.52123.356130OB1061.6217.7916.103/325643.3260124033.3340.51.782.73411310100
Marnus LabuschagneBHBAT72RHB68417259326.95127.4910208RMF,LB47412.122.028.9714.715/1153238765150622.711.251.5713392618
Babar AzamSSBAT359RHB346541249312242.78129.041141544OB542.621.256.5319.502/20176848384192037.5253.824.314.78215100
Matthew KuhnemannBHBOWL72LHB261486317.1683.4909SLA69563.331.737.6924.703/1726858.446733962.51044.090.521.13207030
Joel DaviesSSALL26LHB1652093519154.81029SLA20192.719.577.0116.703/1714875.8606831062.5845.542.013.268500388
Jack WildermuthBHALL66RHB43553011013.94132.16158RMF64523.133.178.612303/1614986.7780221966.7281.5111.0614.5410471348
Steven SmithSSBAT305RHB27453714212532.31132.740846LBG53552.619.457.731524/1317612162161000100175.916.348.85887600
Moises HenriquesSSALL311RHB28357604811126.76128.2429647RFM1671202.629.188.2121.303/11138828.823011600426.540.911.439483608
Completed matches of Brisbane Heat
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
15 Dec - 01:45 PMGeelongMelbourne RenegadesMRBrisbane HeatBH212/5 (20.0)198/8 (20.0) Renegades won by 14 runs
19 Dec - 01:45 PMBrisbanePerth ScorchersPSBrisbane HeatBH257/6 (20.0)258/2 (19.5) Heat won by 8 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
22 Dec - 01:45 PMCanberraSydney ThunderSTBrisbane HeatBH193/4 (20.0)159/6 (20.0) Thunder won by 34 runs
27 Dec - 01:45 PMBrisbaneBrisbane HeatBHAdelaide StrikersAS179/9 (20.0)172/10 (19.5) Heat won by 7 runs
31 Dec - 01:45 PMAdelaideBrisbane HeatBHAdelaide StrikersAS121/10 (19.4)125/3 (14.1) Strikers won by 7 wickets (with 35 balls remaining)
02 Jan - 01:45 PMBrisbaneMelbourne StarsMSBrisbane HeatBH195/6 (20.0)199/6 (19.4) Heat won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
05 Jan - 01:45 PMCoffs HarbourBrisbane HeatBHSydney SixersSS114/9 (20.0)118/7 (18.4) Match yet to begin
10 Jan - 10:30 AMBrisbaneSydney ThunderSTBrisbane HeatBH180/6 (20.0)183/3 (16.2) Heat won by 7 wickets (with 22 balls remaining)
14 Jan - 01:45 PMHobartBrisbane HeatBHHobart HurricanesHH160/8 (20.0)157/8 (20.0) Heat won by 3 runs
18 Jan - 01:45 PMBrisbaneBrisbane HeatBHSydney SixersSS171/9 (20.0)177/5 (18.4) Sixers won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
Completed matches of Sydney Sixers
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
14 Dec - 01:45 PMPerthSydney SixersSSPerth ScorchersPS113/5 (11.0)117/5 (10.1) Scorchers won by 5 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
17 Dec - 01:45 PMSydneySydney SixersSSAdelaide StrikersAS159/9 (20.0)160/7 (19.2) Strikers won by 3 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
20 Dec - 01:45 PMSydneySydney SixersSSSydney ThunderST198/5 (20.0)151/10 (19.1) Sixers won by 47 runs
26 Dec - 12:35 PMSydneySydney SixersSSMelbourne StarsMS144/10 (20.0)145/3 (17.3) Stars won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
01 Jan - 10:30 AMMelbourneMelbourne RenegadesMRSydney SixersSS164/9 (20.0)168/4 (19.1) Sixers won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
05 Jan - 01:45 PMCoffs HarbourBrisbane HeatBHSydney SixersSS114/9 (20.0)118/7 (18.4) Match yet to begin
08 Jan - 01:45 PMMelbourneMelbourne StarsMSSydney SixersSS128/10 (19.5)129/4 (17.1) Sixers won by 6 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
16 Jan - 01:45 PMSydneySydney ThunderSTSydney SixersSS189/6 (20.0)191/5 (17.2) Sixers won by 5 wickets (with 16 balls remaining)
18 Jan - 01:45 PMBrisbaneBrisbane HeatBHSydney SixersSS171/9 (20.0)177/5 (18.4) Sixers won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
20 Jan - 02:00 PMPerthPerth ScorchersPSSydney SixersSS147/9 (20.0)99/10 (15.0) Scorchers won by 48 runs
23 Jan - 01:45 PMSydneySydney SixersSSHobart HurricanesHH198/8 (20.0)141/10 (17.2) Sixers won by 57 runs
25 Jan - 01:45 PMPerthSydney SixersSSPerth ScorchersPS132/10 (20.0)133/4 (17.3) Scorchers won by 6 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
Completed matches at Brisbane Cricket Ground
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
19 Dec - 01:45 PMPerth ScorchersPSBrisbane HeatBH257/6 (20.0)258/2 (19.5) Heat won by 8 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
27 Dec - 01:45 PMBrisbane HeatBHAdelaide StrikersAS179/9 (20.0)172/10 (19.5) Heat won by 7 runs
02 Jan - 01:45 PMMelbourne StarsMSBrisbane HeatBH195/6 (20.0)199/6 (19.4) Heat won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
10 Jan - 10:30 AMSydney ThunderSTBrisbane HeatBH180/6 (20.0)183/3 (16.2) Heat won by 7 wickets (with 22 balls remaining)
18 Jan - 01:45 PMBrisbane HeatBHSydney SixersSS171/9 (20.0)177/5 (18.4) Sixers won by 5 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
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