Manuka Oval will play host to Monday's Round 1 BBL Big Bash 2020 game between Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat. The game kicks off at 7:15 pm with Sydney Thunder heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Sydney Thunder vs. Brisbane Heat game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Monday December 14, 2020 at 7:15 pm

Where: Manuka Oval

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The Thunder will look for their first win on Monday night after they were out-matched by the Stars on Saturday afternoon in a 22 run loss. Firstly, we’re not sure why they bowled spin to Stoinis in the powerplay after he was knocked over by pace in the opening game. That decision cost them big time as the big Stoin belted 61 in the Stars 169 total. However, the Thunder will be happy with their death bowling as they pegged back what could have been 200+. The other problem coming into BBL10 was the Thunder middle order if their top 3 didn’t bat the bulk of the 20 overs and that was the case on Saturday. But Ferguson did his job with a classy 54 and Hales made 46 off 41.

The Heat were absolutely dreadful in their opening BBL10 loss to the Stars on Friday night. They kind of remind us of the Renegades last year, a lot of their International players have pulled out and they’ve been left to play the youngsters. Their batting is still just hit or miss and basically relies on Lynn hitting 50+. But when teams can easily stop him with spin after the powerplay, they really have no answers in building a big total. Not to mention, their shocking running between the wickets. However, there are some positives in their bowling lineup. Xavier Bartlett looked brilliant with the new ball and removed Stoinis in the first over. Kuhnemann also bowled well and finished with an economy rate under 6.

There’s no way you can back the Heat after their performance in Game 1. Their batting lineup is dysfunctional and only a Chris Lynn masterclass can save them. However, the Thunder have plenty of spin options to stop him. So just can’t see the Thunder dropping this winnable game.

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