In a thrilling encounter at The Gabba, the Melbourne Stars secured their first victory of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 season by defeating the Brisbane Heat by five wickets.
Brisbane Heat’s Innings
Opting to bat first, the Brisbane Heat posted a total of 149 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Max Bryant was the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 77 runs off 48 balls, anchoring the innings amidst a challenging batting environment.
Melbourne Stars Chase
In response, the Melbourne Stars chased down the target, reaching 153 for 5 in 18.1 overs. Daniel Lawrence and Marcus Stoinis were instrumental in the successful chase, with Lawrence remaining unbeaten on 64 and Stoinis contributing a valuable 62 runs.
Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heats Key Performances
• Max Bryant (Brisbane Heat): His resilient 77* off 48 balls was pivotal in setting a competitive total.
• Daniel Lawrence (Melbourne Stars): An unbeaten 64* provided stability and momentum to the Stars’ innings.
• Marcus Stoinis (Melbourne Stars): His aggressive 62 runs were crucial in accelerating the chase.
Match Summary
The Brisbane Heat, after being put into bat, managed to score 149/7, largely due to Max Bryant’s impressive knock. The Melbourne Stars, led by significant contributions from Daniel Lawrence and Marcus Stoinis, achieved the target with 11 balls to spare, finishing at 153/5 in 18.1 overs.