BBL 2021/22 Match:50 STA vs HEA Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Other Updates

The Melbourne Stars and Brisbane are set to compete against each other in the Match 50 of the Big Bash League. The STA vs HEA encounter is scheduled to take place at Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday, 16^th January. In the previous meeting between the two, STA had a 20-run victory over the HEA. Currently, the Stars are at the 6^th  spot in the league table with 18 points in 12 games. On the other hand, the Heat are consistently fighting for a top 4 spot. Currently, they are sitting at the 7th spot with 15 points in 11 games.

Stars played their previous match against the Strikers, which ended up in a defeat by 23 runs. Batting first Strikers posted an average total of 155 on the board. In reply, the Stars batsmen could not handle the pressure and could make only 132 runs in their 20 overs. On the other hand, Heat also faced defeat, which is their third on the trot, against the Strikers by 71 runs. Batting first Strikers posted a decent score of 161 on the board. However, it proved to be too much for the Heat batsmen who collapsed on the score of 90 only.

Match Details

Date: 16-Jan-2022

Time: 01:45 PM IST and 7:15 PM Local Time

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground

Where to watch:  Live on Sony Sports Network and Sony Liv App

Pitch report

It’s always tricky to set the target here as there will be more helpful for the bowlers in the initial overs of play. The team’s chasing has an excellent track record in recent times and hence bowling first is a good option.

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Weather Forecast

Conditions will be pleasant throughout the STA vs HEA battle. The temperature will be hovering around 18-22 degrees Celsius. There won’t be any interruptions in the match due to rain.

Top Picks for STA vs HEA Dream 11

Hilton Cartwright is the top performer with the bat for Melbourne Stars in this BBL. In 12 matches, he has struck 344 runs at an average of 31.27 and a strike rate of 142.14.

Joe Clarke is your first choice wicketkeeping option for your fantasy teams. In 11 matches in this BBL, he has scored 322 runs at an average of 29.27 with the highest score of 85.

Mark Steketee has featured in only 5 matches in this tournament, but he has picked up 10 wickets at an economy of 7.7 and has also scored 62 runs with the bat.

Glenn Maxwell has managed to score 277 runs in 11 matches in this league at a strike rate of 139.19 and has picked up 2 wickets as well.

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 1 For STA vs HEA

Batters – Hilton Cartwright (C), Chris Lynn, Joe Burns

Bowlers – Ahmed Daniyal, Mark Steketee, Brody Couch, Xavier Bartlett

All-rounders – Glenn Maxwell, James Bazley (VC)

Wicket-Keeper – Joe Clarke, Lachlan Pfeffer

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 2 For STA vs HEA

Batters – Fakhar Zaman, Hilton Cartwright, Marcus Stoinis (C)

Bowlers – Adam Zampa, Clint Hinchliffe, Liam Guthrie

All-rounders – Glenn Maxwell (VC), James Bazley, Beau Webster

Wicket-Keeper – Ben Duckett, Lachlan Pfeffer

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Probable XI for STA vs HEA

Stars: Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Burns, Clint Hinchliffe, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Brody Couch, Ahmed Daniyal

Heat: Lachlan Pfeffer, Chris Lynn, Fakhar Zaman, Jimmy Peirson (c & wk), Ben Duckett, Sam Heazlett, James Bazley, Mark Steketee, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Liam Guthrie

Who will Win- Match Prediction

Looking at the current form and team combination, Stars is expected to win this game. However, the Heat will give good competition to stop their losing streak.

Disclaimer: The team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and instincts. You can choose your team by considering the points above and making your own decision accordingly.