BH vs SS Match Prediction : 40th Match, Big Bash League, 2025-2026
BH vs SS Win Probability
42%
Brisbane Heat
58%
Sydney Sixers
Brisbane Heat To Win, 2.25
Brisbane Heat have won their last two matches
The Heat are unbeaten at home this season
Matt Renshaw has been among the top run-scorers in this BBL. His good form could be the difference.
BH vs SS Betting Tips
Highest individual score to be over 70.5 runs
The Gabba has been one of the most batter-friendly venues this BBL season. Only one match here has failed to produce a half-century, and the ground has already witnessed six fifties and two centuries in just four games. With several top-order batters in form, another big individual knock looks highly likely.
Total sixes in the match to be under 11.5
While The Gabba is known for its pace and bounce, clearing the ropes consistently isn’t always straightforward. The large boundary dimensions reward timing but punish mistimed aerial shots. With bowlers able to extract steep bounce and batters often opting to hit along the ground, the total sixes count is likely to stay under control. This market offers solid value, especially in a pressure game.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Brisbane Heat
Sydney Sixers
Few teams have maximised home advantage better than Brisbane Heat this season. Their perfect home record has kept their playoff hopes alive, and playing at The Gabba once again gives them a strong edge against a Sydney Sixers side that has shown inconsistency away from home.
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Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Record
The Sydney Sixers won the earlier meeting this season. Overall, the Sixers have claimed three wins in the last five matches against Brisbane Heat, with one Heat victory and one abandoned game rounding out the recent record.
Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Sixers 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.
For viewers in the Indian subcontinent, coverage in India is available on the Star Sports Network and streamed via Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in Pakistan can watch the matches on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while those in Bangladesh can also tune in via the Star Sports Network feeds.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Cricket holds the exclusive broadcast rights, allowing fans to stream the action live on Sky Go and NOW.
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BH vs SS Team Previews
Brisbane Heat
Brisbane Heat continue to find ways to win, particularly in pressure situations. Their recent three-run victory over Hobart Hurricanes highlighted their composure, especially at the death. Batting first, they posted a competitive 160/8, built around solid contributions from Nathan McSweeney (49) and Matt Renshaw (37). The middle order, featuring Max Bryant and Jimmy Peirson, adds explosive potential when acceleration is needed.
With the ball, Brisbane were exceptional in crunch moments. Defending just 31 runs in the final five overs, the Heat executed their plans perfectly. Xavier Bartlett’s three wickets ensured Hobart never built momentum, while the overall bowling effort reflected discipline and clarity.
Returning home after beating one of the tournament’s strongest sides, Brisbane Heat will carry confidence into a venue where they have been near flawless.
Brisbane Heat Expected Playing 11
Usman Khawaja (c), Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Jimmy Peirson (wk), Marnus Labuschagne, Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Zaman Khan
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Sydney Sixers
Sydney Sixers picked up points in the Sydney derby, but the performance raised concerns. Their bowling struggled badly as Sydney Thunder piled on 189/6, with David Warner cruising to an unbeaten 110. The powerplay proved especially costly, with 49 runs conceded without a wicket. Sam Curran was the lone bright spot, while Sean Abbott and Jack Edwards endured expensive spells.
The chase revolved entirely around Steve Smith’s brilliance. His breathtaking 100 off 42 balls, combined with a fluent 47 from Babar Azam, put Sixers in control at 141/0. Once Azam departed, however, the innings unraveled. The middle order failed to provide support, and the team limped home with five wickets down.
Relying so heavily on individual brilliance is risky, especially against a Brisbane side stacked with match-winners in familiar home conditions.
Sydney Sixers Expected Playing 11
Babar Azam, Steve Smith, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Sam Curran, Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc
BH vs SS Toss Prediction
Three of the four matches at The Gabba this season have been won by the chasing side. With batting conditions improving under lights, captains are likely to opt to bowl first if they win the toss.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Gabba remains one of Australia’s truest surfaces. The hard wicket offers excellent pace, carry, and bounce, making it ideal for fast bowlers early on. Once batters adjust, scoring becomes easier, and big totals are achievable. The average first-innings score here this season stands at 203 runs.
Weather conditions are expected to be warm and mostly cloudy, with the possibility of afternoon showers clearing before the match begins.
BH vs SS: Who Will Win?
This matchup pits a Brisbane Heat side that thrives at home against a Sydney Sixers team that has relied heavily on individual performances. Brisbane’s proven ability to handle pressure—highlighted by multiple successful high-pressure chases at The Gabba—makes them a compelling betting option in this contest.
Bet on Brisbane Heat to win.
