HH vs ST Match Preview

The Sydney Thunder will face the Hobart Hurricanes in Match 29 of the BBL 2024-25 on Friday at Bellerive Oval. Their previous meeting at Stadium on Wednesday had rained out, preventing either team from rising to the top of the Big Bash League standings. With a single rival point each, the second-place Thunder and third-place Hurricanes are currently tied with the top-ranked Sydney Sixers, who have a higher net run rate. 

HH vs ST Match Details 

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder – 29th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Date & Time: 10th January 2025 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

HH vs ST Venue Stats

HH vs ST 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 ST Weather Report

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

HH vs ST Last Five Matches

HH vs ST Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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HH vs ST Probable Playing XIs:

Hobart Hurricanes Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

Nathan Ellis (c), Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Paddy Dooley, Peter Hatzoglou, Chris Jordan, Ben McDermott, Riley Meredith, Mitch Owen, Billy Stanlake, Matthew Wade

Topmost Picks for HH vs ST Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Hobart Hurricanes

• Sam Billings – Sam Billings looks to be back in form after a very slow start this season, has been in fine form, hitting 149 runs in 6 innings at an average of 144.66.
• Chris Green –  He has taken 8 wickets in 6 innings at an economy rate of 8.29.

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• Mitch Owen – Emerging star Mitch Owen hit an unbeaten 101 against the Scorchers, the best knock of the season so far.
• Billy Stanlake –  Billy Stanlake was the lone bright spot in the Sydney Thunders' disappointing season last year. With 12 wickets, he was his team's leading wicket-taker.

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

Ben McDermott, Sam Billings, David Warner, Mitch Owen, Chris Jordan(VC), Nikhil Chaudhary, Dan Christian, Chris Green(C), Wes Agar, Tom Andrews, Nathan Ellis

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

Ben McDermott, Sam Billings, David Warner(C), Mitch Owen(VC), Chris Jordan, Nikhil Chaudhary, Dan Christian, Chris Green, Wes Agar, Tom Andrews, Nathan Ellis

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Chris Green, David Warner

Vice-captain – Chris Jordan, Mitch Owen

Wicketkeeper – Ben McDermott

HH vs ST Probable Winners:

This match is critical for both the Sydney Thunder and the Hobart Hurricanes, with both teams looking for a victory to improve their chances of finishing first. The Thunder, on the other hand, are dealing with a slew of injuries; it will be interesting to see how they handle the absence of some key players. The Hurricanes, on the other hand, are on a roll and looking for their fifth consecutive win. They are looking very strong right now, with nearly everyone on the squad stepping up. Considering the team combination, Hobart Hurricanes is expected to win this match.