HH vs SS Match Preview

The Big Bash League 2024-25 is nearing the end of its season. The league stage is over, and we're in the Qualifier, in which the Hobart Hurricanes will face the Sydney Sixers. The Hurricanes had a successful season and finished first. The team's batters are in good form, and they will look to capitalize on that. The Sydney Sixers placed second and will look to put up a strong fight in this game. The Hobart Hurricanes have had a perfect home record, winning all five games. The players will be comfortable playing at this venue because they know the conditions. The Sydney Sixers lost to the Hurricanes previously this season.

HH vs SS Match Details

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers – Qualifier Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Date & Time: 21th January 2025 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

HH vs SS Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	177
Avg 2nd inn score	169
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

HH vs SS Pitch Report

The pitch is ideal for batting because the ball comes easily onto the bat. Bowlers have a difficult time here, and the side that bats first must keep a target score of 130 runs in mind, and the average first-innings score is 183.

HH vs SS Weather Report

There will be clear skies, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

HH vs SS Last Five Matches

SS ( Sydney Sixers )	L L W W L
HH ( Hobart Hurricanes )	W L W L W

HH vs SS Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	HH Won	SS Won	Tie	NR
Overall	18	8	10	0	0
Last 5	5	2	3	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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HH vs SS Probable Playing XIs:

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Hobart Hurricanes Probable Playing XIs

Nathan Ellis (c), Caleb Jewell, Mitchell Owen, Charlie Wakim, Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade (wk), Tim David, Chris Jordan, Riley Meredith, Marcus Bean

Topmost Picks for HH vs SS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Steve Smith –  Steven Smith missed most of the tournament due to the Test series against India but has been sensational in the last two matches.
• Ben Dwarshuis – Ben Dwarshuis struggled in the last match against Adelaide Strikers regardless, we are still going to back him as he has been brilliant so far and with 12 wickets.

Top Picks – Hobart Hurricanes

• Mitchell Owen – Mitchell Owen had a brilliant game in the last outing as he scored 38 off 17 balls against Melbourne Stars. With 308 runs, he is the leading run-scorer.
• Riley Meredith –  Riley Meredith missed the last game but is expected to return in the starting eleven. With 11 wickets thus far he is the leading wicket taker.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for HH vs SS Dream11 Team:

Josh Philippe, Matthew Wade, Mitchell Owen(C), Tim David, Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards(VC), Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis, Nikhil Chaudhary

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for HH vs SS Dream11 Team:

Josh Philippe, Matthew Wade, Mitchell Owen, Tim David, Moises Henriques(VC), Jack Edwards, Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis, Nikhil Chaudhary(C)

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Nikhil Chaudhary, Mitchell Owen

Vice-captain – Moises Henriques, Jack Edwards

Wicketkeeper – Josh Philippe

HH vs SS Probable Winners:

Earlier in the season, the Sydney Sixers suffered a significant loss to the Hobart Hurricanes. It will be on their mind, along with the fact the Hurricanes received all five matches at this venue. The bowling effort must be staying on its toes for the team to win. The Hurricanes have a potent batting lineup that can decimate any opponent. We anticipate an exciting match, although the Hurricanes will get an early lead. Considering the team combination, Hobart Hurricanes is expected to win this match.