HUR vs SIX Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s BBL 14 Match 18 Between Hurricanes And Sixers?
HUR vs SIX Match Prediction (Source: @ShuhidAufridi/x.com, @SixersBBL/x.com)
The ongoing Big Bash League is all set to step into 2025. In the first match of the year, Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Sixers are all set to face each other. On January 1, both teams are all set to cross swords at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart from 10:30 AM. Fans are all set to witness the thrilling clash.
Hobart Hurricanes
After facing a disappointing defeat in the first match, Hobart Hurricanes bounced back with two consecutive victories. In their latest match, they edged out Adelaide Strikers by 11 runs in a thrilling contest. While batting first, the Hurricanes batters dazzled with Ben McDermott’s unbeaten knock of 68 runs in 34 balls, and Shai Hope added 37 runs in 22 balls. While bowling in the second innings, the bowlers showcased a dominating effort. Chris Jordon secured 2 wickets and the other bowlers secured 1 wicket each. With that effort, they registered 11 runs.
Sydney Sixers
In the ongoing edition of the Big Bash League, Sydney Sixers is having a dream run. In the last match, they registered an impressive 8-wicket win over the Brisbane Heat. While bowling in the first innings, Dwarshuis secured 4 crucial scalps. Hayden Kerr and Todd Murphy secured 2 wickets each. They restricted the opponent to 138 runs. While chasing the total, Josh Philippe dazzled with an incredible half-century and played an unbeaten knock of 66 rubs. Kurtis Patterson added 32 runs. After reaching the target in the 17th over, they registered a dominating victory.
HUR vs SIX Head-to-Head Records in T20s
| Matches | Hobart Hurricanes | Sydney Sixers | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 9 | 10 | 1 |
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How Will The Bellerive Oval Pitch Will Behave?
The Bellerive Oval in Hobart typically favors batters. Fast bowlers may see some seam movement early with the new ball. But as the game progresses, the conditions become ideal for batting. However, Spinners often struggle to find assistance from the pitch. Overall, it’s a surface that encourages aggressive batting throughout the match.
Players To Watch Out For In HUR vs SIX 18th Match
Hobart Hurricanes
Shai Hope: Shai Hope is a mighty batter of the Hobart Hurricanes. In the last match, he played a quickfire knock of 37 runs in just 22 balls. Apart from that, he is showcasing his consistency in the ongoing tournament. His aggressive batting skill is a huge asset to the team.
Mitchell Owen: In the Hobart Hurricanes squad, Mitchell Owen is an ace batting. As an opener, he is a big strength of the side. Though he was dismissed early in the last game, he has showcased excellence in the ongoing tournament. He is a great strength of his side.
Chris Jordan: In the Hurricanes’ bowling squad, Chris Jordan is a big asset. In the last match, he secured 2 crucial scalps while dismissing Ollie Pope and Alex Ross. In this ongoing tournament, he is showcasing consistency.
Nathan Ellis: In the ongoing tournament, captain Nathan Ellis is leading the team with his excellence. In the last match, he secured a crucial scalp while dismissing James Bazley. His consistency and wicket-taking ability in crucial moments make him a huge asset to the team.
Sydney Sixers
Josh Philippe: In the ongoing tournament, Sydney Sixers batter Josh Philippe is showcasing excellence. While opening the innings, Philippe scored a half-century and played an unbeaten knock of 66 runs in 41 balls. That gave a huge boost to the Sixers’ innings.
Kurtis Patterson: In the Sydney Sixers’ batting lineup, Kurtis Patterson is a huge strength. In their last encounter against Brisbane Heat, he played a quickfire knock of 32 runs in just 20 balls. His hard-hitting ability and aggressive batting style are a big strength to the team.
Dwarshuis: As the Sydney Sixers is showcasing exceptional form, Dwarshuis is a huge strength of their bowling lineup. While bowling in the last match, he secured an impressive four-wicket haul and played a key role in securing the victory. His exceptional form in the ongoing tournament is providing a huge boost to the team.
Hayden Kerr: Hayden Kerr is another big name on the squad. In the last match, he secured 2 crucial scalps while conceding just 19 runs in 4 overs with an impressive economy rate of 4.80. His excellence is a huge asset to the team.
Today’s Match Predictions: HUR vs SIX Match 18
Hobart Hurricanes: Shai Hope, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis
Sydney Sixers: Josh Phillippe, Kurtis Patterson, Dwarshuis
HUR vs SIX Match 18 Predicted Score
Predicted First Innings Score: 160-170 runs
Predicted Second Innings Score: 165-175 runs
Predicted Result: Depending on the conditions and past records, the toss-winning captain might choose to bowl first.
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