WBBL08 match preview: Brisbane Heat v Perth Scorchers

Key match-ups, analysis, form, team news, weather forecast, tickets, TV and streaming information, odds, predictions and more ahead of the latest encounter in the 2022 Weber WBBL

What's the match?

Brisbane Heat take on Perth Scorchers in match 23 of the WBBL; the eighth edition of the tournament.

When is it taking place?

The game is scheduled to start at 7.10pm local time (9.10am BST) on Saturday, October 29.

Where is the match being played?

The Allan Border Field in Brisbane is set to stage this match.

Who's got the form?

In this clash between second and third, both teams will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeats. Brisbane Heat had an uncharacteristic batting collapse against Adelaide Strikers on Thursday, getting bowled out for just 109. However, they will still be confident in their batting, with Georgia Redmayne as the tournament's leading run scorer. Danni Wyatt is yet to find form for the Heat but has proved her ability to score big totals at international level.

Jess Jonassen has been superb in Brisbane's bowling attack, taking 10 wickets at an average of 15.7. Her most recent figures of 3 for 17 will give her confidence going into this encounter. Overseas signing Pooja Vastrakar was beginning to find some form in the last match, bowling the dangerous Tahlia McGrath for a duck. Despite losing to the Strikers, they remain one of the most in-form teams.

Having started the tournament well, Perth Scorchers have now lost the last two games they have played. Their bowling has been vital to their early success. Lilly Mills is in fine form for the defending champions, taking a quick three wickets in their most recent loss to give her side a chance. Alana King is a threat to any batting lineup. Her ability to take wickets and keep run rate to a minimum makes her a matchwinner for the Scorchers.

The form of their batters is concerning. The early wins involved chasing low totals, with Beth Mooney scoring slow but useful runs at the top. But they failed to chase 166 against Sydney Thunder and could only manage 111 against the Strikers. Captain Sophie Devine will have to find some form at the top of the order for Perth to reignite their early winning form.   

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^{Georgia Redmayne is in form with the bat for Brisbane Heat [Chris Hyde/Getty Images]}

What's the key match-up?

The last time the two sides met Perth Scorchers came out on top in a thrilling super over. King was awarded player of the match for her figures of 2 for 24.

It will be a good contest between King and Redmayne. Both are in sensational form and will want to get the better of each other on Saturday.

Mooney has been scoring most of the runs for Perth this year but at a poor strike rate. She may look to be more attacking if someone can stay in with her.

Georgia Voll (Brisbane) and Mills (Perth) have been playing well for their respective clubs. If Mills ends up bowling to Voll, it will be an exciting match-up with two young talents on show.

What's the weather forecast?

The weather is forecasted to be sunny with temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius.

What is the team news?

Zoe Cooke remains injured for Brisbane Heat.

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^{Beth Mooney and Sophie Devine have been in usually lean form for Perth Scorchers [Paul Kane/Getty Images]}

What are the squads?

Brisbane Heat: Jess Jonassen, Zoe Cooke (injured, replaced by Lucy Hamilton), Nicola Hancock, Grace Harris, Laura Harris, Mikayla Hinkley, Ellie Johnston, Amelia Kerr, Charli Knott, Grace Parsons, Georgia Redmayne, Courtney Sippel, Georgia Voll, Pooja Vastrakar, Danni Wyatt, Jess Kerr

Perth Scorchers: Mathilda Carmichael, Piepa Cleary, Sophie Devine (c), Maddy Green, Marizanne Kapp, Alana King, Lilly Mills, Beth Mooney, Taneale Peschel, Chloe Piparo, Holly Ferling, Amy Edgar, Maddy Darke, Georgia Wyllie, Charis Bekker

What are the possible starting XIs?

Brisbane Heat: Grace Harris, Georgia Redmayne, Danni Wyatt, Georgia Voll, Amelia Kerr, Laura Harris, Charli Knott, Jess Jonassen, Pooja Vastrakar, Nicola Hancock, Courtney Sippel

Perth Scorchers: Sophie Devine (c), Beth Mooney, Maddy Green, Chloe Piparo, Marizanne Kapp, Mathilda Carmichael, Amy Edgar, Alana King, Piepa Cleary, Lilly Mills, Taneale Peschel

What are the odds?

Perth Scorchers are slight favorites at 4/5. The bookies have Brisbane Heat at 1/1

What's the prediction?

This will be a close match but Brisbane Heat should win. They have a more complete side with both batters and bowlers finding form.

Are tickets available?

Yes. Tickets are priced at $10 for adults and $5 for children (under 17 years) and can be purchased on Ticketek.

Where can I watch the game?

Sky Sports holds the UK rights for the WBBL. This game will be shown on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event from 9am (BST).

In Australia, fans will be able to watch all 59 matches in the WBBL live and free on either the Seven Network or cricket.com.au

A total of 24 games will be televised on free-to-air on Seven and simulcast on Foxtel and Kayo, while the remaining 35 games will be shown on Foxtel and Kayo Sports and also live-streamed for free on cricket.com.au.