Hobart Hurricanes' hunt for fourth win at home
| Date | January 10, 2025 |
| Time | 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| Format | T20 |
| Series | Big Bash League 2024-25 |
Betting Odds
Our Predictions
- Ben McDermott has odds of 3.55 to be Hobart Hurricanes' best batsman
- David Warner has odds of 2.60 to be Sydney Thunder's best batsman
- Nathan Ellis has odds of 3.60 to be Hobart Hurricanes' best bowler
- Tanveer Sangha has odds of 2.95 to be Sydney Thunder's best bowler
MATCH PREVIEW
It is the most crucial phase in the Big Bash League 2024-25. We will have the Hobart Hurricanes taking on the Sydney Thunder in the 29th match in what promises to be an exciting contest with both teams in good form. Incidentally, the two teams met in the earlier game in Sydney, but rain played spoilsport. As the Hurricanes return to their home ground, where the side has enjoyed a good record, they will start the game with higher odds. The Sydney Thunder won't let the hosts have it easy, as they have done well in the tournament. We expect a close game as the two teams confidently head into the contest.
Hobart Hurricanes Preview
Nathan Ellis' team shared points from the last game, and the team will be happy to be back home in Hobart, where they have won all their games so far. They have dominated the Sydney Thunder in the past and shall start favourites on cricket betting sites. The batting lineup is strong for the team, and Ellis would like his players to use the home advantage and move up on the points table with a win.
Matthew Wade and Mitchell Owen form a strong pair, and the team expects them to start well. The middle order is formidable, and the team needs a good show from Shai Hope, Ben McDermott, and Nikhil Chaudhary as Thunder have experienced bowlers. Tim David and Chris Jordan add firepower to the lower middle order, and the side expects a strong show from the pair.
The bowlers will face a big challenge in the game as the Sydney Thunder has a strong batting lineup. The side expects a good start in the game from Riley Meredith and Billy Stanlake with the new ball. Nathan Ellis is the best bowler on the team, and he will look to do well in the middle overs with Waqar Salamkheil. Chris Jordan and Chaudhary add depth to this attack.
Expected Starting XI for Hobart Hurricanes
Nathan Ellis (c), Mitchell Owen, Matthew Wade (wk), Shai Hope, Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil
Sydney Thunder Preview
David Warner and his team face a big challenge heading into this game. They have a poor record at Hobart, with only one victory in the last five games. It puts them behind on cricket betting apps, as their opponents haven't lost a home game this season. Injuries to key players have hurt the side. Warner, who has years of experience, will look to inspire his team to win.
David Warmer is in good form and will look to deliver a positive start in the game along with Oliver Davies. Injuries to Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft have hurt the team's batting, and they need a good show from Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings, and Sherfane Rutherford. Chris Green and Daniel Christian will look to do the big-hitting in the lower middle order for the side to win.
Lockie Ferguson has bowled well and will look to get early breakthroughs in the game alongside Wes Agar. Tanveer Sangha will return to the team, and he must keep the scoring under check in the middle overs with Daniel Christian. Chris Green must deliver the goods as the 5th bowler, as the team lacks depth in bowling.
Expected Starting XI for Sydney Thunder
David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Daniel Christian, Hugh Weibgen, Chris Green, Tanveer Sangha, Lockie Ferguson, Wes Agar
TOSS: To Bowl First
The team chasing the score has won six times in the last seven games at this venue. Hobart is a tough venue to defend scores, as the batting conditions are excellent throughout the game. Neither team will have any hesitation in mind to bowl first upon winning the toss in this game.
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
We will have clear skies over Hobart and expect it to be a good game. The wicket is flat, and we have seen high-scoring games at this venue. The bowlers have little margin as the ball comes onto the bat nicely. The side batting first will aim for 170 runs or more to be successful in this game.
OUR PREDICTION
It will be a tight clash as both teams have done well this season. Injuries to Sams and Bancroft have handicapped the Sydney Thunder, and it will be interesting to see if their replacements can live up to the challenge. The Hobart Hurricanes have their batsmen in good form, and they have won all home games this season, giving them an edge.
Our Prediction is for Hobart Hurricanes to win
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