Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat Match Prediction & Fantasy Tips: Who Will Win Today's Match? - BBL 2025-26, Match 17
- Published: December 30, 2025
- Updated: December 30, 2025
- By AllCric Team
This article provides today’s BBL Match 17 prediction with fantasy tips, recent form, and head-to-head records. It does not include live scores or match results.
Match Preview
The STR vs HEA Match Prediction is for BBL Match 17 at Adelaide Oval, where these two sides face each other again after their recent encounter. In that match, Brisbane Heat edged past Adelaide Strikers by 7 runs, defending 179 and bowling the Strikers out for 172. Brisbane Heat will take confidence from that close win, while Adelaide Strikers will be eager to correct their mistakes and level the score at home.
The Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat prediction points toward another tight contest, and the STR vs HEA Dream11 prediction suggests backing in-form players from the previous match, especially top-order batters and death-over bowlers, for fantasy teams.
Match Details
- Match: Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat
- Event: Big Bash League 2025-26 – Match 17
- Date: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
- Time: 1:45 PM IST
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide, Australia
Recent Form
Adelaide Strikers – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): L L W L L
- Won 1 out of 3 matches so far
- Last match: Lost to Brisbane Heat by 7 runs (AS 172/10 vs BH 179/9)
- In-form players: Matthew Short, Liam Scott, Lloyd Pope
Brisbane Heat – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): L L W L W
- Won 2 out of 4 matches so far
- Last match: Beat Adelaide Strikers by 7 runs (BH 179/9 vs AS 172/10)
- In-form players: Max Bryant, Matthew Renshaw, Jack Wildermuth
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Adelaide Strikers(STR) Won | Brisbane Heat(HEA) Won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
22 |
10 |
12 |
00 |
Insight: Brisbane Heat have dominated the recent clashes against Adelaide Strikers, winning four of the last seven games and holding a psychological advantage going into this match.
Pitch & Weather Report – Adelaide Oval
- Pitch: Big square boundaries, true bounce, favors even-paced batting. Scores around 165–180 competitive.
- Bowling: Pacers and spinners can be effective with good line and variation.
- Weather: Clear and pleasant, no rain expected.
Probable Playing 11
Adelaide Strikers(STR) Probable 11:
Matthew Short (c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey, Liam Scott, Jamie Overton, Harry Manenti, Harry Nielsen(w), Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Lloyd Pope
Brisbane Heat(HEA) Probable 11:
Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Matt Renshaw, Hugh Weibgen, Tom Alsop, Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson(w), Xavier Bartlett(c), Shaheen Afridi, Matthew Kuhnemann, Thomas
STR vs HEA Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper:
- Jimmy Peirson (BH) – Reliable behind the stumps, can accelerate innings
Batters:
- Matthew Short (AS) – Captain, in-form top-order batter
- Max Bryant (BH) – Explosive, 63 in last match
- Matt Renshaw (BH) – Consistent run-scorer, 33 in last match
Allrounders:
- Jack Wildermuth (BH) – Key contributor with bat and ball
Bowlers:
- Lloyd Pope (AS) – Spin threat, 4 wickets in previous match
- Xavier Bartlett (BH) – Pace bowler, 3/26 in last game
Captain: Max Bryant (BH)
Vice-Captain: Matthew Short (AS)
Toss Prediction
The toss-winning skipper is expected to field first, following the common trend in night games at Adelaide Oval.
STR vs HEA Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?
Brisbane Heat hold a slight edge due to their superior recent head-to-head record and balanced side. Adelaide Strikers will look to exploit home advantage, but Heat’s strong top-order and all-round options make them favorites. For better confidence in today’s match prediction and fantasy team, the HEA vs STR 13th Match predictions with fantasy tips still help a lot.
Adelaide Strikers vs Brisbane Heat Today Match Prediction:
👉 Brisbane Heat favored, but expect an entertaining contest.
Final Thoughts
Brisbane Heat are favorites in BBL Match 17. Fantasy players should focus on top-order batters like Max Bryant and Matt Renshaw, along with all-rounders Jack Wildermuth and Xavier Bartlett, while Matthew Short and Lloyd Pope remain crucial for Adelaide Strikers.
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❓FAQs
Brisbane Heat are slightly favored to win today’s match.
Pick Max Bryant, Matthew Short, Jack Wildermuth, and Xavier Bartlett.
Max Bryant is the best captain choice.
The pitch has true bounce with big boundaries; 165–180 is competitive.
Toss-winning captains are expected to field first.