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Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder Dream11 Prediction, 18th Match – Preview, Pitch Report, Playing XIs & Fantasy Tips
The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 moves into an important phase as Brisbane Heat Women take on Sydney Thunder Women in Match 18 at Allan Border Field, Brisbane. Both sides bring competitive squads with a mix of strong hitters, reliable all-rounders and match-winning bowlers.
Here’s the complete Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Dream11 Prediction including match preview, pitch behaviour, squad insights, playing XI, top fantasy picks and the safest combinations for both Small and Grand Leagues.
Match Details
Match: Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women
Event: Women’s Big Bash League 2025
Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane
Date: November 21
Time: 2:40 PM IST / 9:10 AM GMT / 7:10 PM Local
Pitch Report – Allan Border Field, Brisbane
Allan Border Field is known for:
- A balanced wicket with early swing
- Consistent bounce ideal for stroke play
- Slower movement as innings progresses
- Spinners becoming effective in the middle overs
- Average first innings score: 145–155
Fantasy Impact:
• Pick top-order batters from both sides
• Include at least one off-spinner or left-arm spinner
• New-ball bowlers are important, especially in Brisbane conditions
• All-rounders gain advantage due to two-paced behaviour later
Head-to-Head Overview
- Matches between both sides have usually been competitive
- Heat depend more on all-rounders
- Thunder rely strongly on top-order batting + experienced seamers
- Both teams have bowlers capable of controlling the powerplay
Brisbane Heat Women – Squad Analysis
Squad:
Lucinda Bourke, Charli Knott, Georgia Redmayne (wk), Jess Jonassen (c), Chinelle Henry, Nadine de Klerk, Nicola Hancock, Mikayla Wrigley, Sianna Ginger, Lucy Hamilton, Bonnie Berry, Annie O’Neil, Lauren Winfield-Hill
Key Strengths
- Strong all-round unit
- Jess Jonassen’s spin + leadership
- Redmayne’s consistency as opener
- De Klerk and Henry add valuable balance
Key Players to Watch
• Georgia Redmayne – Top-order anchor
• Jess Jonassen – High-impact left-arm spinner
• Chinelle Henry – Useful with both powerplay overs and finishing
Sydney Thunder Women – Squad Analysis
Squad:
Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson (wk), Phoebe Litchfield (c), Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Laura Harris, Lucy Finn, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates, Ella Briscoe, Em Arlott, Hasrat Gill
Key Strengths
- Strong top-order with Litchfield + Knight
- Shabnim Ismail’s pace threat
- Laura Harris adds finishing power
- Solid variety in spin attack
Key Players to Watch
• Phoebe Litchfield – Reliable captain and big-game player
• Heather Knight – Experienced batter
• Shabnim Ismail – New-ball wicket-taker
Probable Playing XIs
Brisbane Heat Women
- Georgia Redmayne (wk)
- Charli Knott
- Chinelle Henry
- Jess Jonassen (c)
- Nadine de Klerk
- Mikayla Wrigley
- Annie O’Neil
- Nicola Hancock
- Lucy Hamilton
- Bonnie Berry
- Sianna Ginger
Sydney Thunder Women
- Georgia Voll
- Tahlia Wilson (wk)
- Phoebe Litchfield (c)
- Heather Knight
- Anika Learoyd
- Laura Harris
- Lucy Finn
- Samantha Bates
- Hasrat Gill
- Shabnim Ismail
- Taneale Peschel
Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder Dream11 Prediction – Top Fantasy Picks
Top Batters
• Phoebe Litchfield
• Georgia Redmayne
• Heather Knight
Top All-Rounders
• Jess Jonassen
• Chinelle Henry
• Nadine de Klerk
Top Bowlers
• Shabnim Ismail
• Nicola Hancock
• Samantha Bates
Wicketkeepers
• Georgia Redmayne (Best option)
• Tahlia Wilson (Value pick)
Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
Safe Captain Picks
• Jess Jonassen
• Phoebe Litchfield
High-Risk, High-Reward Captains
• Chinelle Henry
• Heather Knight
Best Vice-Captain Picks
• Georgia Redmayne
• Shabnim Ismail
• Nadine de Klerk
Dream11 Small League Team
Wicketkeeper:
• Georgia Redmayne
Batters:
• Phoebe Litchfield
• Heather Knight
• Charli Knott
All-rounders:
• Jess Jonassen (C)
• Chinelle Henry
• Nadine de Klerk (VC)
Bowlers:
• Shabnim Ismail
• Nicola Hancock
• Samantha Bates
• Lucy Hamilton
This team balances reliability with strong C/VC choices.
Dream11 Grand League Team
Wicketkeeper:
• Tahlia Wilson
Batters:
• Laura Harris
• Georgia Voll
• Phoebe Litchfield
All-rounders:
• Jess Jonassen (VC)
• Nadine de Klerk
• Chinelle Henry (C)
Bowlers:
• Shabnim Ismail
• Samantha Bates
• Sianna Ginger
• Taneale Peschel
This lineup uses differential picks suited for GL competition.
Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
Based on squad strength, recent form and balance:
Brisbane Heat Women hold a slight edge, mainly because of their all-round depth and spin advantage at Allan Border Field.
Sydney Thunder Women can dominate only if their top order delivers early momentum.
Final Verdict – Brisbane Heat Women vs Sydney Thunder Women Dream11 Prediction
This BH vs ST match features two well-balanced sides with contrasting strengths. Heat rely heavily on all-round contributions, while Thunder depend on strong top-order starts and Ismail’s breakthroughs. Fantasy selections should focus on players active in multiple phases: Jonassen, Henry, Ismail and de Klerk.
A balanced team structure with 1–2 risky picks is ideal for today’s contest.
FAQs
1. Who is the best captain for Dream11 today?
Jess Jonassen is the safest captain.
2. Which players are must-picks?
Redmayne, Litchfield, Henry, Ismail.
3. What is the best SL combination?
1 WK + 3 Batters + 3 All-rounders + 4 Bowlers.
4. Which bowler can take the most wickets?
Shabnim Ismail.
5. Who is the best differential pick?
Laura Harris and Samantha Bates.
