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The Adelaide Strikers are gearing up to face the Hobart Hurricanes in the 13th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 at the iconic Adelaide Oval on December 27. This clash is crucial for both teams as they aim to enhance their standings in the competition.
Strikers currently sit in 5th place on the points table after playing three matches, winning one and losing two. Their last outing was a narrow defeat against the Brisbane Heat, where they lost by just three wickets. Key players for the Strikers include Jamie Overton, who has been instrumental with both bat and ball, scoring 96 runs and taking five wickets. Additionally, Lloyd Pope has emerged as a standout bowler, claiming six wickets so far in the tournament.
On the other hand, Hurricanes find themselves in 7th position, having played two matches with one win and one loss. They recently secured an impressive victory over the Perth Scorchers by eight wickets, showcasing their potential. Mitchell Owen has been a standout performer for the Hurricanes, amassing 111 runs, including a century. Tim David’s explosive batting adds depth to their lineup and makes them a formidable opponent.
BBL|14, STR vs HUR
- Date and time: December 27; 8:15 am GMT/ 1:45 pm IST/ 06:45 pm local
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Adelaide Oval Pitch Report
The pitch at Adelaide Oval is anticipated to offer a favourable balance for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers may experience some initial movement with the new ball, but as the match unfolds, the surface is expected to become increasingly conducive to batting. The short boundaries will further benefit the batters. Given these playing conditions, the captain who wins the toss might choose to bowl first.
STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Ollie Pope
- Batters: Chris Lynn, D’Arcy Short, Tim David
- All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Jamie Overton
- Bowlers: Riley Meredith, Lloyd Pope, Nathan Ellis
STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
Choice 1: Lloyd Pope (c), Shai Hope (vc)
Choice 2: Chris Lynn (c), Tim David (vc)
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STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Backups
Matthew Short, Mitchell Owen, Henry Thornton, Alex Ross
STR vs HUR Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 27; 8:15 am GMT)
Squads
Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), Fabian Allen, James Bazley, Cameron Boyce, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Thomas Kelly, Chris Lynn, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, D’Arcy Short, Henry Thornton, Jake Weatherald
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
