BH vs MS Match Prediction : 20th Match, Big Bash League, 2025-2026
BH vs MS Win Probability
9%
Brisbane Heat
91%
Melbourne Stars
Brisbane Heat To Win, 1.65
The Stars is the only unbeaten team of the tournament currently
The Melbourne Stars has been built on solid foundations at the top of the batting lineup
The pace attack of the Melvourne Stars is performing brilliantly
BH vs MS Betting Tips
The best result of the first partnership to be from Melbourne Stars
An 86-run opening stand against the Sydney Thunder shows signs of opening batters who can build momentum with the bat. The energy will be up for the Melbourne batters from their recent showings and on a pitch that will suit scoring impressive totals. Back the Stars batters and the result should take care of itself.
Colin Munro to score under 19.5 runs
The left-handed opening batter has had a disappointing campaign since his opening game 55 runs. The New Zealander only scored 1 run against the Stars last season. Munro gives you very few reasons to back him to make anything of substance this innings.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Brisbane Heat
Melbourne Stars
The visiting team has been nothing short of sensational, stringing together a brilliant run of wins. With experienced campaigners and young guns hitting form exactly when needed, the Melbourne Stars possess the depth and firepower to dominate this contest.
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Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars Heat Head-to-Head Record
Historically, the Brisbane Heat has had the upper hand, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters. However, the tide may be turning—the Stars won the most recent clash last season, and current form heavily favors them to repeat that result.
Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Stars Heat Live-streaming and Broadcast
In Australia, the Big Bash League is broadcast on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, with live streaming options available through Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go, and 7plus.
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BH vs MS Team Previews
Brisbane Heat
The Heat are coming off a disastrous collapse against the Adelaide Strikers, where they were bundled out for just 121. Only Matthew Kuhnemann (31*) showed any fight.
The top order is in crisis. A horror powerplay of 21/5 in the last game exposed deep cracks. Colin Munro is woefully out of touch, forcing his partner Jack Wildermuth to play a conservative anchor role rather than his natural game. The inclusion of youngsters Lachlan Hearne and Hugh Weibgen hasn't paid off yet, as they struggle to adapt to the intensity of BBL cricket.
Their bowling woes are equally concerning. Captain Xavier Bartlett leaked over 40 runs in his spell, while rookie seamers Thomas Balkin and Oli Patterson looked raw. Spinner Matthew Kuhnemann failed to contain runs or threaten wickets, leaving the attack toothless.
Brisbane Heat Expected Playing 11
Colin Munro, Jack Wildermuth, Matt Renshaw, Lachlan Hearne, Max Bryant, Hugh Weibgen, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Xavier Bartlett (c), Matthew Kuhnemann, Thomas Balkin, Oli Patterson.
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Melbourne Stars
The Stars look primed to make it 5 wins from 5. A power-packed middle order combined with a lethal bowling attack makes them the team to beat.
Openers Joe Clarke and Sam Harper have been giving them electric starts, with partnerships of 67, 1, and 86 runs. If they lay a platform, Glenn Maxwell can destroy attacks in the middle overs. Marcus Stoinis remains a reliable finisher and loves playing the Heat—he scored a fifty against them last season.
The bowling attack is perfectly balanced. Tom Curran offers death-over mastery, Haris Rauf brings raw pace, and veteran Peter Siddle adds control with the new ball. Mitchell Swepson is a key weapon in the middle overs, while Maxwell can chip in with handy off-spin.
They were ruthless against the Thunder, bowling them out for just 128.
Melbourne Stars Expected Playing 11
Joe Clarke, Sam Harper (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Campbell Kellaway, Thomas Rogers, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle.
BH vs MS Toss Prediction
The Melbourne Stars’ devastating form has been built on chasing—they have successfully chased down targets in all four of their wins this season. Expect both captains to bowl first if they win the toss, looking to exploit any early moisture before settling in for a chase.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Gabba is renowned for its pace and bounce. It’s a "true" wicket where shots get value for money once a batter is set. We’ve seen 200+ totals here frequently. Seamers will be dangerous early on if they hit hard lengths, while spinners will need to rely on guile rather than turn.
Weather Alert: Light rain is forecast for the afternoon in Brisbane, which might spice up the pitch early on but shouldn't wash out the game. It will remain warm and humid.
BH vs MS: Who Will Win?
The Melbourne Stars have been the standout team of the tournament, crushing opponents with margins of 8 wickets, 6 wickets, 7 wickets, and most recently, 9 wickets. They are winning comfortably and consistently. Conversely, Brisbane Heat is struggling for rhythm and confidence. The disparity in form is too large to ignore.
Bet on Melbourne Stars to win.
