Match Details:
- Match: Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes( ST vs HH ), 27th Match, Big Bash League, 2024-25
- Date and Time: January 8, 08:15 am GMT / 01:45 pm IST / 6:15 pm local time
- Venue: Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney
- Live Stream: Channel Seven, 7plus, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
ST vs HH Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Sydney ThunderWho will win the match? – Hobart HurricanesSydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes Preview:
Sydney Thunder( ST ) is set to face Hobart Hurricanes( HH ) in their 27th match during the Big Bash League, 2024-25. This match is scheduled to take place at The Sydney Showground Stadium on Wednesday, January 8.
In their last Big Bash League clash in 2024, the Hobart Hurricanes secured a convincing 7-wicket victory over the Sydney Thunder. Batting first, Sydney Thunder managed to put up 150/8 on the board. The Hurricanes then chased down the target comfortably, sealing the win.
Sydney Thunder:
Sydney Thunder fell to Brisbane Heat in their previous encounter (Match 25) of the 2024 Big Bash League. Batting first, Sydney Thunder posted 173/8, with David Warner top-scoring with 50 runs and Dan Christian contributing an unbeaten 23. Lockie Ferguson picked up 2 wickets, while Christian claimed 1.
Brisbane Heat’s chase was challenging but successful. Max Bryant led the way with a brilliant 72, while Matt Renshaw remained unbeaten on 48, guiding the team to victory in 18.5 overs with 5 wickets in hand. Bryant was named Player of the Match. Spencer Johnson was the standout bowler with 3 wickets, supported by Michael Neser, who took 2. Brisbane Heat won by 5 wickets.
Hobart Hurricanes:
Hobart Hurricanes secured a thrilling 5-wicket victory over Adelaide Strikers in their previous clash (Match 24) of the 2024 Big Bash League.
Batting first, Adelaide Strikers posted a competitive 186/5 on the scoreboard, with Chris Lynn scoring 49 and Alex Ross contributing 47. Cameron Boyce and Lloyd Pope were effective with the ball for the Hurricanes, taking 2 wickets each.
In response, the Hurricanes chased down the target in 18.4 overs. Tim David led the charge with an unbeaten 62, while Mitchell Owen added a valuable 37. David’s match-winning knock earned him the Player of the Match award. Waqar Salamkheil and Riley Meredith also chipped in with the ball, taking 2 and 1 wickets, respectively. The Hurricanes wrapped up the win with 5 wickets in hand.
ST vs HH Possible Playing XI:
Sydney Thunder: David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha.
Hobart Hurricanes: Matthew Wade (wk), Mitchell Owen, Shai Hope, Ben McDermott (c), Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Riley Meredith, Waqar Salamkheil.
ST vs HH Dream11 Fantasy Tips:
Captain: David Warner
Vice-Captain: Mitchell Owen
Ben McDermott, Sam Billings, Tim David, Chris Green, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis, Lockie Ferguson, Riley Meredith, Wes Agar.
ST vs HH Recent 5 Match Performance:
Sydney Thunder: L, W, W, W, L
Hobart Hurricanes: L, W, W, W, W
ST vs HH Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | ST Won | HH Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 20 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
ST vs HH Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
Venue Information:
- Stadium: Sydney Showground Stadium
- City: Sydney
- Capacity: 23, 000
Sydney Thunder vs Hobart Hurricanes Full Squad:
Sydney Thunder: Matthew Short (c), Fabian Allen, James Bazley, Cameron Boyce, Jordan Buckingham, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Travis Head, Thomas Kelly, Chris Lynn, Harry Nielsen, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Ollie Pope, Alex Ross, D’Arcy Short, Henry Thornton, Jake Weatherald.
Hobart Hurricanes: Matthew Wade(w), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Nathan Ellis(c), Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean.
