• Match: Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers, 32nd Match, Big Bash League 2023-24
• Date and Time: January 10, 08:40 am GMT/ 02:10 pm IST / 07:10 pm local time
• Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane

Brisbane Heat: Despite setting a modest total of 132/7 in their recent match, Brisbane Heat secured victory, largely owing to their bowling prowess. Yet, to preserve their undefeated streak, they must generate more runs in the upcoming game.

Perth Scorchers: Perth Scorchers faced an unexpected defeat against Adelaide Strikers in Match 27, surprising many pundits. However, Aaron Hardie’s squad swiftly returned to form against Sydney Thunder on Monday. As they prepare to face the league-leading team, they approach the challenge without apprehension, drawing confidence from their recent performance.

Brisbane Heat: Usman Khawaja (Captain), Marnus Labuschagne, Sam Billings (Wicket-Keeper), Josh Brown, Colin Munro, Paul Walter, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann.

Perth Scorchers: Aaron Hardie (Captain), Josh Inglis (Wicket-Keeper), Zak Crawley, Sam Whiteman, Laurie Evans, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris.

This matchup promises to be a classic encounter, pitting the table-toppers against the reigning champions, with the added tension of potential early rain. Brisbane Heat’s unbeaten run has been formidable, yet Perth Scorchers pose as their most formidable challengers. The Scorchers displayed an impressive all-round performance against Sydney Thunder recently, and we predict their momentum to continue with another victory in this fixture.

Prediction: Perth Scorchers to triumph over Brisbane Heat.

In the previous game at the Gabba, Brisbane Heat batted first and secured victory. Despite that, our prediction suggests that both teams might prefer fielding first in this upcoming fixture.

As the tournament has unfolded, the pitch at the Gabba seems to have become more challenging for batting. Anticipate a surface displaying two different paces, resulting in a competitive score likely not exceeding 155.

In the previous game at this venue, wet weather necessitated the use of the DLS method, while the one before that didn’t witness any play. There’s a possibility of early rain in this match, followed by forecasts indicating dry and humid conditions for the remainder of the game.

• Stadium: The Gabba
• City: Brisbane
• Capacity: 42000
• Ends: Stanley Street End, Vulture Street End
• Hosts to: Queensland, Brisbane Heat