Brisbane own the biggest chase in BBL history, 258 against Perth last December, and they have added Tom Curran to what may be the best pace group in the league. James Hopes is the third coach in three years, and the club has still to say whether Usman Khawaja stays captain.
Which Heat bowler should you own?
Three quicks cost 8.5 Cr. Spencer Johnson has the best numbers at 41 wickets at 19.22, with an economy of 7.55. Tom Curran has 72 at 20.61 from 52 games, and Xavier Bartlett 75 at 23.13. Neser, at 8 Cr, has 117 wickets and also bats, and is labelled an all-rounder.
When should you avoid Tom Curran?
Curran misses the first three Heat games for family reasons. Those are the Sixers on 15 December, Hurricanes on 17 December and Stars on 21 December. Bevon Jacobs of New Zealand covers. Buy Curran from the fourth game, against the Sixers on Boxing Day.
Who bats for the big scores?
Renshaw made 324 runs at 36 with a strike rate of 153.55 last season and bowled tight off-spin at 6.84. Wildermuth's 110 not out in the record chase is in the career table below, and both cost 8 Cr. Max Bryant, also 8 Cr, has a career strike rate of 141.04 at the top.
Brisbane Heat Prices
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The Numbers
Career figures from Cricket Australia, to the end of BBL|15. Players with no BBL record are not shown.
Captain Options
- Matt Renshaw: top-order runs and a few overs of spin. The best two-way option in the squad.
- Spencer Johnson: a bowler captain at the Gabba on nights the ball moves.
Value Picks
- Michael Neser: 8 Cr
- Matt Renshaw: 8 Cr
- Matthew Kuhnemann: 8 Cr
Brisbane Heat Fixtures
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Brisbane Heat captain?
Not confirmed as of 30 October 2026. Cricket Australia reported it was yet to be decided whether Usman Khawaja continues.
Who coaches the Heat?
James Hopes, who replaced Johan Botha after Botha resigned in June.
Which games does Tom Curran miss?
The first three of the season, for family reasons, with Bevon Jacobs as replacement.
Is BBL fantasy free on CricketDream?
Yes. Season Fantasy, Fantasy XI, Draft, Multi-Draft and Predictor are all free, with no entry fees and no cash prizes.
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