BBL 2025: THU vs HEA Today Match Prediction – 9th Match, Who Will Win Today?

The 9th BBL 2025 match between the Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat will take place at Manuka Oval, Canberra on Monday. The Heat and Thunder have had different starts to the season, with the Heat winning one and losing another, while the Thunder have gone down in back-to-back matches.

The Brisbane Heat chased down a historic 258 against the Perth Scorchers in the final over to seal the most sensational 8-wicket victory in their last match and currently stand in sixth position in the points table. On the other hand, the Sydney Thunder have had a rough start with consecutive heavy losses. They'll aim to tighten things up if they want to climb up the ladder.

Also Read: BBL 2025-26 Match 9: THU vs HEA head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

THU vs HEA Match Details

• Match: Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat, 9th Match 

• Date: 22nd December 2025

• Time: 1.45 PM IST

• Venue: Manuka Oval, Canberra

• Live Streaming: FanCode

THU vs HEA Weather Report

THU vs HEA Pitch Report

The surface is usually hard and true, but not a flat run-fest. Batters should be placed rather than constantly slogging. Bowlers who utilize the breeze, cutters, and wide lines are more likely to dominate the game.

Top Batters to Watch – THU vs HEA

• Matt Renshaw (HEA): 120 runs in this tournament 

• Jack Wildermuth (HEA): 110 runs in this tournament 

• Shadab Khan (THU): 75 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – THU vs HEA

• Jack Wildermuth (HEA): 4 wickets in this tournament 

• Nathan McAndrew (THU): 3 wickets in this tournament 

• Xavier Bartlett (HEA): 3 wickets in this tournament 

THU vs HEA Recent Form

THU vs HEA Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If THU Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 35–45

• Predicted Total: 150–155

• Match Result: HEA to win

Scenario 2: If HEA Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 170–175

• Match Result: HEA to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

THU vs HEA Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder 

Sam Konstas, David Warner(c), Matthew Gilkes, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings(w), Shadab Khan, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley

Brisbane Heat 

Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Matt Renshaw, Tom Alsop, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson(w), Xavier Bartlett(c), Shaheen Afridi, Liam Haskett, Matthew Kuhnemann

THU vs HEA Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, Brisbane Heat are favourites to win this BBL match. Jack Wildermuth, Matt Renshaw and Xavier Bartlett are expected to be the key performers.

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