BBL14: Heat vs Thunder betting tips and predictions | January 6

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Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder match preview

The Brisbane Heat will host the Sydney Thunder in a critical BBL14 clash at The Gabba on Monday night.

The Heat are desperate to bounce back after a disappointing three-match losing streak, while the Thunder aim to extend their impressive run of form, having secured four wins from five games this season.

The Heat’s struggles with consistency, particularly in the batting department, have left them in fifth place on the ladder.

Nathan McSweeney and Max Bryant will need to step up to post a competitive total or chase a stiff target. Meanwhile, Xavier Bartlett leads their bowling attack, supported by Spencer Johnson.

Sydney Thunder have been experiencing significant success due to the exceptional performance of their captain, David Warner. Warner has notched scores of 86* and 49 in his last two outings, guiding the Thunder to crucial victories.

Chris Green has led the Thunder bowling unit with eight wickets in five games, while Wes Agar and Lockie Ferguson have provided solid support.

The Gabba pitch is expected to favour batters with its even bounce, making a total of 180 competitive.

Heat vs Thunder predictions

Sydney Thunder are in red-hot form, and their batting depth, led by David Warner, should give them the edge over the struggling Heat. Back the Thunder to win at -102.04 with the top BBL bookmakers.

Given the Thunder’s firepower in the batting lineup, they look like a solid choice to hit the most sixes in this match. At +125, this is a strong value bet with Marantelli Bet.

With Warner being the backbone of the Thunder’s batting, backing him as the top Sydney Thunder runscorer at +185 offers great odds with BetOnline.

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