THU vs HEA Match Prediction & Fantasy Tips: Who Will Win Today’s Match Between Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat - BBL Match 9, 2025
- Published: December 21, 2025
- By AllCric Team
Match Key Insights
Brisbane Heat have a slight head-to-head advantage over Sydney Thunder.
Sydney Thunder are low on confidence after losses, while Brisbane Heat come in with momentum from a big win.
The Manuka Oval pitch favors batting, with early help for pacers and some support for spinners later.
Brisbane Heat look more settled overall, while Sydney Thunder need strong top-order batting and early wickets.
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Match Details
- Match: Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat
- Event: Big Bash League 2025-26 – Match 9
- Date: Monday, 22 December 2025
- Time: 1:45 PM IST
- Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra
Recent Form Analysis
Sydney Thunder(THU)
- Lost 2 out of 2 matches this season
- Batting collapses in the powerplay have hurt momentum
- Bowling has been competitive but lacked support from runs
Form (Last 5 matches): W W L L L
Brisbane Heat(HEA)
- Won 1 of 2 matches this season
- Massive confidence boost after a big chase vs Perth
- Batting unit showing stability and intent
Form (Last 5 matches): L L L L W
Insight: Brisbane Heat enter this match with better momentum, while Sydney Thunder are under pressure to respond.
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Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Sydney Thunder(THU) Won | Brisbane Heat(HEA) won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
20 |
07 |
13 |
00 |
Insight: Brisbane Heat have a clear historical advantage over Sydney Thunder, winning 13 of the 20 encounters, though T20 matches often depend on form on the day.
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Pitch Report – Manuka Oval, Canberra
- Batting-friendly surface with consistent bounce
- Pacers get early movement with the new ball
- Spinners become effective during middle overs
- Boundaries are average-sized, encouraging stroke play
Expected 1st Innings Score: 160–180
Weather Report – Canberra
- Clear skies throughout the match
- Temperature: 20–28°C
- No rain expected
- Light breeze may assist bowlers slightly
Overall: Ideal conditions for a full 20-over contest.
Playing 11
Sydney Thunder
- Sam Konstas
- Matthew Gilkes
- David Warner (c)
- Cameron Bancroft
- Sam Billings (wk)
- Shadab Khan
- Daniel Sams
- Chris Green
- Nathan McAndrew
- Tanveer Sangha
- Reece Topley
Brisbane Heat
- Colin Munro
- Jack Wildermuth
- Matt Renshaw
- Max Bryant
- Hugh Weibgen
- Jimmy Peirson (wk)
- Xavier Bartlett
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Lachlan Haskett
- Matt Kuhnemann
- Nathan McSweeney ©
Key Players to Watch
Sydney Thunder(THU)
- Sam Billings – Solid middle-order anchor; scored 51 off 28 in last match vs Sixers.
- Reece Topley – Strike bowler; took 3 wickets vs Sydney Sixers in the recent game.
- Shadab Khan – All-round impact; scored 41 off 31 and took in last game.
Brisbane Heat(HEA)
- Jack Wildermuth – Scored 110 vs Perth Scorchers*; match‑winning century in a record chase.
- Matt Renshaw – Scored 102 vs Perth Scorchers; powerful top‑order run machine.
- Xavier Bartlett – Key bowler with 2 important wickets vs Scorchers in a high‑scoring game.
THU vs HEA Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
Based on recent form, batting depth, and confidence levels, Brisbane Heat hold a slight edge going into this contest. Their batting unit looks more settled, and their bowlers have shown the ability to control pressure situations.
Sydney Thunder’s chances depend heavily on early contributions from Warner and Bancroft. If their top order clicks and bowlers strike early, they can make this a close contest.
THU vs HEA Today Match Prediction:
👉 Brisbane Heat slightly favored, but a competitive match is expected.
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bat first. At Manuka Oval, setting a total around 170+ can create scoreboard pressure, as the pitch tends to slow down later in the innings.
THU vs HEA Dream11 Team(Safe picks)
Wicketkeeper: Sam Billings
Batters: David Warner, Matt Renshaw
All-rounders: Jack Wildermuth, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Reece Topley, Chris Green, Xavier Bartlett
Captain: David Warner / Jack Wildermuth
Vice-Captain: Cameron Bancroft / Daniel Sams
Final Thoughts
Sydney Thunder are still searching for their first win of the season, while Brisbane Heat come in with confidence after a strong performance. With better recent form and balance, Brisbane Heat start as slight favorites, but Thunder have enough quality to stage a comeback if they execute their plans well.
Expect a closely fought BBL contest at Manuka Oval.
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FAQs❓
Brisbane Heat are slight favorites based on recent form, but Sydney Thunder have match-winners in Warner, Bancroft, and Sams.
Manuka Oval offers a batting-friendly surface with true bounce; totals of 160–180 are competitive in T20 conditions.
David Warner, Cameron Bancroft, Daniel Sams, Matt Renshaw, Jack Wildermuth, Reece Topley.
1:45 PM IST, Monday, 22 December 2025.
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