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Cairns will host its first ever men’s BBL match, and it promises to be a beauty. Two teams who are seeking redemption this season will go toe-to-toe, with confidence from a first up win on the agenda.

Since winning the title in 2019, Melbourne Renegades have been nothing short of woeful. But, they look to have a good squad on paper, and will be aiming to maximise as much of Andre Russell’s four-game stint as possible. Also, whether Aaron Finch can fire right away after some time off will be interesting to see, as well as how the likes of Jono Wells, Tom Togers, Akeal Hosein and Mujeeb Ur Rahman slot in.

Brisbane Heat also have an exciting squad. Chris Lynn is no longer with the franchise, but the likes of Colin Munro and Sam Billings add some great punch to this lineup. Also, seamers Xavier Bartlett and Mark Steketee have been in good touch, while spinners Matt Kuhnemann and Mitchell Swepson can take advantage of any slowness in the Cairns pitch.

A close game potentially awaits.

BBL 2022/23 Match 3: HEA vs REN Possible Playing XIs

Brisbane Heat have named their squad for this match. Matthew Renshaw is unavailable as he is in Brisbane for the birth of his first child.

Ross Whiteley, who is averaging just 19.05 in 25 short-form matches this year, will be out to make an immediate impression as an overseas player.

Brisbane Heat: 1. Colin Munro, 2. Max Bryant, 3. Nathan McSweeney, 4. Sam Billings, 5. Ross Whiteley, 6. Jimmy Peirson (c & wk), 7. James Bazley, 8. Xavier Bartlett, 9. Matt Kuhnemann, 10. Mark Steketee, 11. Mitchell Swepson

Melbourne Renegades have also named their squad. It remains to be seen what their final batting order will be with Shaun Marsh out with injury. Also, they may look to play three spin options on a slowish Cairns track.

Melbourne Renegades: 1. Aaron Finch, 2. Sam Harper (wk), 3. Nic Maddinson (c), 4. Jono Wells, 5. Andre Russell, 6. Jake Fraser-McGurk/Mackenzie Harvey, 7. Will Sutherland, 8. Akeal Hosein, 9. Kane Richardson, 10. Tom Rogers, 11. Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Brisbane Heat:

• Colin Munro is 26 runs away from 1,000 T20 runs in 2022. He is averaging 30.44 with a strike rate of 131.44.
• In four matches against Renegades, Munro has scored 130 runs at an average of 43.33 and strike rate of 156.63.
• Sam Billings was terrific in last season’s BBL. He scored 284 runs in nine innings at an average of 40.57 and strike rate of 153.51.
• Mark Steketee has dismissed Aaron Finch twice in 23 balls (34 runs). Also, he comes into this match in some good form, with 17 wickets in his last six innings across List A and first-class cricket.
• Steketee has taken nine wickets in six matches vs Renegades at an average of 25.00 and high economy of 9.64.
• James Bazley won man of the match against Renegades last season. He took 3/28, including the dismissal of Sam Harper, and scored 16* (12).

Melbourne Renegades:

• Aaron Finch has the most runs in Heat-Renegades matches. The opener has struck 470 runs in 11 matches at an average of 47.00 and strike rate of 140.30.
• Jonathan Wells will be keen to make a big impression for his new team. Against Brisbane Heat, Wells has struck 394 runs in 15 innings at an average of 39.40 and strike rate of 120.12.
• Andre Russell strikes at 164.07 in 24 BBL matches. He has also taken 26 wickets. Expect him to go hard in the first of his four matches in BBL 12.
• Expect Akeal Hosein to play a role on the Cairns track. In 25 T20s this year, he has taken 27 wickets at an impressive economy of just 6.84.
• Tom Rogers took the fifth-most wickets in last season’s BBL. The seamer took 20 wickets in 13 matches at an average of 19.30 and strike rate of 14.7.
• Kane Richardson has taken eight wickets in five matches vs Heat since December 2017. He averages 18.63 with an economy of 7.98.

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Other Stats and Facts

• Head-to-Head: Matches 17, Brisbane Heat 6, Melbourne Renegades 11.
• Jimmy Peirson has historically struggled vs Renegades: 10 inns, 78 runs, avg. 11.14, SR 109.86.
• Sam Harper vs Heat: 7 inns, 167 runs, avg. 27.83, SR 128.46.
• Nic Maddinson will be looking to boost his record vs Heat: 13 inns, 199 runs, avg. 18.09, SR 117.06.
• Mujeeb Ur Rahman in T20s this year: 33 matches, 42 wickets, economy 6.20.

Cazalys Stadium Cairns Pitch Report and Weather

There is the chance of a shower or storm in the afternoon/evening at Cairns. But, rain is expected to be minimal according to bom.gov.au.

Cairns hosted three ODIs between Australia and New Zealand back in September. The average first innings score was 231.33, where the slow pitches were difficult to bat on.

BBL 2022/23 Match 3: HEA vs REN Dream11 Prediction Today 15 December 2022

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article as well as your own instincts to create your teams.

Option 1:

Option 2:

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Base Team:

• Wicket-Keepers: Sam Billings
• Batsmen: Colin Munro, Aaron Finch
• All-Rounders: Andre Russell
• Bowlers: Mark Steketee, Kane Richardson

BBL 2022/23 Match 3: HEA vs REN Match Prediction – Who will win?

The Renegades’ bowling attack looks terrific on paper. This attack can get them the victory in this clash.

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