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The Hobart Hurricanes are set to take on the Sydney Sixers in the 18th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 season at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on January 1. This matchup promises excitement as both teams come into the game with recent victories. The Hurricanes, led by Nathan Ellis, have shown resilience after a challenging start to the season. After a heavy defeat against the Melbourne Renegades, where they were bowled out for just 74 runs, they bounced back impressively with wins over the Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers. In their latest outing, they scored an impressive 214 runs against the Strikers, showcasing their batting depth and power-hitting capabilities.
On the other hand, the Sydney Sixers, captained by Moises Henriques, are currently on a roll with four consecutive victories. They have dominated their matches, including a recent win against the Brisbane Heat, where they restricted their opponents to just 138 runs. Ben Dwarshuis has been a standout performer with the ball for the Sixers, leading the tournament in wickets taken.
BBL | 14, HUR vs SIX:
- Date and Time: January 01; 05:00 am GMT / 04:00 pm local/ 10:30 am IST
- Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
Bellerive Oval Pitch Report:
The pitch at Bellerive Oval in Hobart is typically well-balanced, offering a good contest between bat and ball. It generally favours fast bowlers, especially those who can extract swing and seam movement early in the innings. Batters can find runs if they settle in, with the average score in T20 matches hovering around 165 runs. Historically, teams batting first have had a slight edge, making it crucial for the winning captain at the toss to consider their strategy carefully. As the match progresses, spinners may also come into play, particularly in the middle overs, adding an intriguing dynamic to the game.
HUR vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Ben McDermott, Josh Philippe
- Batters: Moises Henriques, James Vince, Jordan Silk, Tim David
- All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen
- Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Riley Meredith, Nathan Ellis
HUR vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: James Vince (c), Chris Jordan (vc)
Choice 2: Tim David (c), Nathan Ellis (vc)
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HUR vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Hayden Kerr, Shai Hope, Todd Murphy, Akeal Hosein
HUR vs SIX Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 01, 05:00 am GMT):
Squads:
Hobart Hurricanes: Nathan Ellis (c), Matthew Wade (wk), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean
Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Joel Davies, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy, Lachlan Shaw, Akeal Hosein, Kurtis Patterson, Mitchell Perry
