The second match of the Big Bash League 2016 will be played between the Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat. These two teams will lock their horns on December 21, 2016, at the Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. Fans can expect a cracker of a game as both these have genuine world class, t20 cricketers.
Where to watch
Star Sports 2
Timing
2:10 Pm
Adelaide Strikers Team Preview
Veteran Australian middle order batsman, Brad Hodge will lead the Adelaide Striker team, and he is the key to the success of the team. Hodge has plenty of experience as he plays in every possible t20 leagues around the world.
This team has genuine match-winners in their squad as the likes of Travis Head, Kieron Pollard, Tim Ludeman, Craig Simmons will be the core in the batting department.
On the other side, bowling unit of this team will be lead by the Adil Rashid, Kane Richardson, Jon Holland, and Chris Jordan. Meanwhile, the key player for this team will be young Travis Head and big West Indian Keiron Pollard.
Brad Hodge and his team reached knockout stages last year and this team they will eye on the big final and this will be an important match for them in setting up a winning momentum.
Adelaide Strikers Squad
Travis Head, Brad Hodge, Jon Holland, Tim Ludeman, Kieron Pollard, Adil Rashid, Kane Richardson, Craig Simmons, Kelvin Smith, Billy Stanlake, Wes Agar, Alex Carey, Jonathon Dean, Ben Dunk, Chris Jordan, Ben Laughlin, Jake Lehmann, Michael Neser, Jake Weatherald.
Brisbane Heat Team Preview
Chris Lynn will captain Brisbane Heat, and he is one of the dynamic players of t20 that can take away the game from the single opposition handily.
However, the biggest addition to this team in 2016 has been the inclusion of former New Zealand Captain Brendon McCullum. The world Cricket knows the potential of McCullum as he smashed fastest test century in his last Test innings against Australia team.
Meanwhile, there are also other big names in the team that could prove to be handy in winning matches. Alex Ross, Joe Burns, Allex Doolan will be the other names that can contribute with the bat.
Bowling department of this team will depend on the Samuel Badree, and other bowlers will have to support him. Meanwhile, Brisbane Heat looks weak on paper, but they are the much better side with the kind of local talent they have and especially after the inclusion of McCullum in the team.
Brisbane Heat Squad
Samuel Badree, Joe Burns, Ben Cutting, Alex Doolan, Andrew Fekete, Luke Feldman, Jason Floros, Josh Lalor, Chris Lynn, Brendon McCullum, Jimmy Peirson, Nathan Reardon, Alex Ross, Mark Steketee, Mitchell Swepson, Jack Wildermuth, Sam Heazlett, Marnus Labuschagne.
Prediction
Adelaide Strikers is favorite to win this match.
