Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat: Shadab Khan part of Thunder’s convincing win

CANBERRA: Sydney Thunder, which included Shadab Khan, secured a commanding 34-run victory over Brisbane Heat in the eighth Big Bash League clash on Monday. Brisbane Heat, chasing a target of 193, managed only 159-6.

Earlier, Brisbane Heat won the toss and chose to bowl first in the Sydney Thunder vs Brisbane Heat, aiming to keep the Thunder’s total in check.

Thunder Batting Line-up

David Warner’s Thunder sent Sam Konstas and Matthew Gilkes to open the innings. Both delivered strong performances, with Konstas scoring 63 off 45 balls and Gilkes adding 76 off 48, setting a solid foundation for the team.

Continuing the momentum, Sam Billings and Warner contributed 25 and 7 runs respectively before departing. When Daniel Sams and Chris Green came in, Thunder were already in control. Their combined 11-run contribution, along with 11 extras conceded by the Heat, helped Thunder reach a total of 193.

Brisbane Heat Batting Line-up

Chasing 193, Brisbane Heat struggled to gain a foothold against Thunder’s disciplined bowling and failed to build a meaningful partnership, finishing on 159-6.

Brisbane Heat struggled to chase down Sydney Thunder’s total of 193, managing only 159 for 6 in their 20 overs. While Matt Renshaw (43 off 28) and Hugh Weibgen (30 off 26) offered some resistance, the rest of the lineup faltered under pressure. Colin Munro (18) and Jack Wildermuth (14) fell cheaply to Shadab Khan’s disciplined bowling, while Tom Alsop (5) and Max Bryant (25) were unable to build substantial partnerships. Jimmy Peirson remained unbeaten on 11, but it wasn’t enough, as extras added only 10 to the total. Overall, the Heat’s top and middle order failed to sustain momentum, allowing Sydney Thunder to secure a comfortable 34-run victory.

With this win, Sydney Thunder strengthened their position in the tournament, while Shadab Khan remained a key part of the squad, contributing to the team effort.