Big Bash League 2018-19: Match 48, Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers: Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI Updates & Fantasy Cricket Tips - February 1st, 2019

After forty-seven captivating matches in the Big Bash League 2018-19 so far, the next match sees two teams, Brisbane Heat and Perth Scorchers who are out of the reckoning for the play-off spots and are dwelling at the bottom of the pit, play each other on Friday.

While Brisbane Heat have been inconsistent in all the three facets, the demise of Perth Scorchers' campaign has truly been shocking with another lacklustre performance in their previous match against the Renegades.

With the sole aim of avoiding the wooden spoon in their minds, both teams should be able to play without any pressure or fear and provide the thrills in what should be a game filled with entertainment.

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Squads to choose from

Brisbane Heat:

Max Bryant, Joe Burns, Ben Cutting, Brendan Doggett, Sam Heazlett, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Lalor, Chris Lynn, Brendon McCullum, James Pattinson, James Peirson, Jack Prestwidge, Matt Renshaw, Alex Ross, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mark Steketee, Mitch Swepson

Perth Scorchers:

Ashton Agar, Cameron Bancroft, Jason Behrendorff, Hilton Cartwright, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kelly, Michael Klinger, Mitchell Marsh, Shaun Marsh, Joel Paris, Usman Qadir, Jhye Richardson, Ashton Turner, Andrew Tye, Sam Whiteman, David Willey

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Playing XI Updates

Brisbane Heat:

After a tough loss to the Hurricanes, the Heats are out of the competition in spite of having Chris Lynn and Mujeeb ur Rahman in their ranks, proving that cricket is indeed a team sport.

With limited resources, no changes are expected from the Heats. Better performances are expected from the captain himself as he hasn't been amongst the runs over the past few matches.

Mujeeb ur Rahman has been very economical but hasn't provided them with the necessary breakthroughs. He is key to the Heat's aim of avoiding the wooden spoon.

Possible XI: Bryant, McCullum, Lynn(C), Pierson(WK), Renshaw, Ross, Cutting, Mujeeb, Lalor, Doggett and Swepson.

Perth Scorchers:

After a no-show with the bat against the Renegades, Perth have now got nothing to lose in what has been a very disappointing campaign for them. Not many changes are to be expected from Perth with the possibility of Josh Inglis coming in for Nick Hobson.

Possible XI: Bancroft(WK), Shaun Marsh, Turner, Mitchell Marsh(C), Cartwright, Inglis, Coulter-Nile, Tye, Kelly, Qadir and Behrendorff.

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Fantasy Tips and Suggestions

Wicket-keeper: Cameron Bancroft should be the preferred choice with the Australian in good form as well. He also has a couple of fifties to his name which makes his case all the more stronger.

Batsmen: Chris Lynn and Shaun Marsh are must-haves in the fantasy team without a hint of doubt. Along with the two global superstars, the likes of Max Bryant, Ashton Turner and Hilton Cartwright would also be very useful in raking in points for your fantasy teams.

All-rounders: Much is expected of the highly talented Mitchell Marsh, who is yet to come to the party. Along with Ben Cutting, the younger Marsh would be an invaluable selection to your fantasy teams.

Bowlers: Matt Kelly has been highly impress with his pin-point yorkers in the death. With Perth's knack of bringing in young pacers into the limelight well known, Kelly is just the next in line. Along with the likes of Mujeeb, Lalor and Behrendorff, Kelly would also a viable option.

Captain: Chris Lynn is due for a big score and one who would thoroughly justify the tag of captain on his day. Shaun Marsh and Mitchell Marsh are also very good options with their ability known to one and all.

Fantasy Suggestion #1: Cameron Bancroft (WK), Chris Lynn, Shaun Marsh, Ashton Turner, Max Bryant, Mitchell Marsh, Ben Cutting, Matt Kelly, Jason Behrendorff, Mujeeb ur Rahman and Brendan Doggett. Captain: Chris Lynn

Fantasy Suggestion #2: Cameron Bancroft (WK), Hilton Cartwright, Ashton Turner, Matt Renshaw, Chris Lynn, Mitchell Marsh, Ben Cutting, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Jason Behrendorff, Josh Lalor and Andrew Tye. Captain: Mitchell Marsh.