Brisbane Heat host Perth Scorchers in the 6th match of Big Bash League 2025-26 at The Gabba, Brisbane, on December 19, 2025. Both teams enter this early-season clash with strong squads featuring international firepower and domestic stars. Expect a high-scoring contest on a venue known for favouring batters.
Colin Munro leads a potent top order with Jack Wildermuth‘s explosive starts and Matt Renshaw‘s reliability. Shaheen Shah Afridi bolsters the pace attack alongside Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson, while all-rounders like Michael Neser add depth. Their squad blends experience with youth for home advantage.
Ashton Turner captains a pace-heavy unit with Mitchell Marsh‘s all-round prowess and Finn Allen‘s aggressive opening. Jhye Richardson, Lance Morris, and David Payne form a lethal seam attack, supported by Aaron Hardie and Ashton Agar. They boast title-winning pedigree and power-hitting depth.
Perth Scorchers hold the edge, winning 16 of 24 BBL meetings against Brisbane Heat’s 8. Recent clashes have been tight, with Scorchers prevailing in the last two by 33 and 35 runs. Brisbane’s home record at The Gabba could swing momentum.
BH vs PS, BBL|15: Match details
- Date and Time: December 19 (Friday); 1:45 pm IST / 8:15 am GMT / 6:15 pm Local
- Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane
- Head-to-Head Record in BBL: Matches played: 24 | Brisbane Heat won: 08 | Perth Scorchers won: 16 | No result/Tied: 0
The Gabba Pitch Report
The Gabba in Brisbane promises a batter-friendly pitch for the Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers BBL 2025-26 clash, with its true bounce and short boundaries aiding high scores—average first innings around 163 in T20s. Early seam movement and extra pace favor quick bowlers during powerplay, but the surface flattens under lights, suiting aggressive strokeplay. Teams chasing have won recent night games here, with dew likely playing a role; expect 170+ totals if batters settle. Pacers must strike early, while spinners could control middle overs on this lively yet forgiving deck.
Squads
Brisbane Heat: Usman Khawaja (c), Colin Munro, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Max Bryant, Lachlan Hearne, Matt Kuhnemann, Nathan McSweeney, Michael Neser, Jimmy Peirson, Matt Renshaw, Callum Vidler, Hugh Weibgen, Jack Wildermuth, Spencer Johnson
Perth Scorchers: Ashton Turner (c), Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Sam Fanning, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Bryce Jackson, Matthew Kelly, Lance Morris, Joel Paris, David Payne, Mahli Beardman
BH vs PS, BBL|15: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Brisbane Heat wins the toss and bowls first
- Perth Scorchers’ powerplay score: 45-55 (6 overs)
- Perth Scorchers’ total score: 170-180
Case 2:
- Perth Scorchers wins the toss and bowls first
- Brisbane Heat’s powerplay score: 40-50 (6 overs)
- Brisbane Heat’s total score: 160-170
Match result: Team bowling first to win the contest
