His performances at Twenty20 led to his naming in Australia's initial 30 man squad for the 2009 ICC World Twenty20. Heal signed with the Melbourne Renegades for inaugural season of the Big Bash League, playing four matches.
Heal's success in the Twenty20 format prompted him to be named in Australia's preliminary 30-man team for the 2009 ICC World Twenty20. He subsequently joined the Melbourne Renegades for their debut season of the Big Bash League and participated in four games.