MS vs HH Match Preview

It is the final league game of the Big Bash League 2024-25. The Melbourne Stars will face the Hobart Hurricanes within the 40th game of the season, fighting for a playoff spot. The Melbourne Stars have had a good run in recent games and are coming off a victory over the Melbourne Renegades. The Hobart Hurricanes beat the Brisbane Heat in their last game and will be confident.

MS vs HH Match Details

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes – 32th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Richmond

Date & Time: 19th January 2025 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MS vs HH Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	187
Avg 2nd inn score	179
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

MS vs HH Pitch Report

The wicket will be slow, and batsmen will have to play to the strength of the ball. Bowlers will benefit from the playing surface

MS vs HH Weather Report

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

MS vs HH Last Five Matches

HH ( Hobart Hurricanes )	W W W W W
MS ( Melbourne Stars )	W W W W L

MS vs HH Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	MS Won	HH Won	Tie	NR
Overall	14	6	8	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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MS vs HH Probable Playing XIs:

Hobart Hurricanes Probable Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Marcus Stoinis (c), Ben Duckett, Sam Harper (wk), Thomas Fraser Rogers, Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Mark Steketee, Peter Siddle

Topmost Picks for MS vs HH Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Hobart Hurricanes

• Caleb Jewell – Caleb Jewell has struggled with his form this season and must deliver a strong start.
• Nathan Ellis – Nathan Ellis took wickets but was expensive as well in the last match, 3-42 in his 4 overs.

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Glenn Maxwell – Glenn Maxwell adds X-factor to this lineup and will look to add quick runs, scoring 90 runs off 52 balls.
• Mark Steketee –  Mark Steketee did not have a great game in his last outing, but we are going to stick with him because with 5 wickets

MS vs HH Probable Winners:

Both teams will be pressed to win this game and remain in contention for the playoffs. The Hobart Hurricanes have been inconsistent over the last two weeks, and the middle order needs to take more responsibility to provide a strong performance. The Melbourne Stars have won their last three games and are gaining momentum, which gives them an advantage. Considering the team combination, Melbourne Stars is expected to win this match.