The 29th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 promises an electrifying clash as the Hobart Hurricanes take on the Sydney Thunder at Bellerive Oval, Hobart.
The Hurricanes currently hold the 3rd spot on the points table with 9 points, while the Thunder sit comfortably at the top. Interestingly, the two sides are yet to face off this season, as their previous encounter was abandoned due to rain, adding an extra layer of anticipation to this showdown.
Match Details: BBL|14, HUR vs THU
- Date and Time: January 10, 8:15 am GMT/ 1:45 pm pm IST/ 7:15 pm local
- Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
Bellerive Oval Pitch Report:
The pitch at Bellerive Oval in Hobart offers a well-balanced contest between bat and ball, making for an engaging spectacle. Fast bowlers tend to thrive here, especially those capable of generating swing and seam movement early in the innings. For batters, patience and time at the crease are often rewarded, with the average T20 score hovering around 165 runs. Historically, teams batting first have enjoyed a slight advantage, making the toss a pivotal moment for captains to devise their strategies. As the game progresses, spinners can also become influential, particularly during the middle overs, adding an extra layer of complexity to the match dynamics.
HUR vs THU Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Ben McDermott, Sam Billings
- Batters: David Warner, Tim David, Oliver Davies, Mitchell Owen
- All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Chris Green, Nikhil Chaudhary
- Bowlers: Riley Meredith, Nathan Ellis
HUR vs THU Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: David Warner (c), Nathan Ellis (vc)
Choice 2: Sam Billings (c), Tim David (vc)
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HUR vs THU Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Wes Agar, Daniel Christian, Tom Andrews, Matthew Wade
HUR vs THU Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 10, 8:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Hobart Hurricanes: Mitchell Owen, Matthew Wade (wk), Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Marcus Bean, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Peter Hatzoglou, Patrick Dooley, Caleb Jewell, Charlie Wakim
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Oliver Davies, Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), George Garton, Hugh Weibgen, Chris Green, Daniel Christian, Tom Andrews, Wes Agar, Mohammad Hasnain, Liam Hatcher, Nathan McAndrew
