Melbourne Cricket Ground Pitch Report For STA vs HUR BBL 2024-25 Match

Debashis Sarangi

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On Sunday, Melbourne Stars will take on Hobart Hurricanes in the 40th league stage match of the ongoing Big Bash League season. The much-awaited clash is set to be played at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. 

Led by Marcus Stoinis, Melbourne Stars made a remarkable comeback in the BBL 14, securing four consecutive wins after losing their first five matches. They are in sublime form and would like to sustain their purple patch. On the other hand, Hobart Hurricanes have been incredible in the tournament, emerging victorious in seven out of nine encounters. 

So, considering the recent form of both sides, we expect a cracking contest in this match. Before the game begins, let's see how the surface at the MCG will behave throughout the face-off. 

Melbourne Cricket Ground Stats And Records In BBL

Criterion
Data
Matches played82
Matches won batting 1st35
Matches won bowling 1st47
Average 1st innings score
153.21
Average 2nd innings score137.23


Melbourne Cricket Ground Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The average scoring rate at Melbourne Cricket Ground in BBL 2024-25 has been 8.14, indicating the pitch has offered balanced playing conditions. While the fast bowlers might get a hint of seam movement and spongy bounce off the hard length region, the batters can capitalise on the track's pace to score runs. 

The spinners generally don't play a significant role at this venue. As the chasing sides have been more successful than the teams setting the target in Melbourne. So, unless it's a dry surface, the toss-winner will likely bowl first. 

Players To Watch Out For At Melbourne Cricket Ground

Ben Duckett

England's explosive opening batter Ben Duckett is in sublime form, having amassed 243 runs at an average of 34.71 and a strike rate of 154.77 in the BBL 2024-25. If he survives the new ball spell, Duckett can be a real threat to the Hurricanes in the match. 

Tim David

Hobart Hurricanes' swashbuckling finisher Tim David has enjoyed stellar success in the BBL this season, scoring 202 runs at an average of 50.50 and a strike rate of 175.65. If the Hurricanes lose a few early wickets, Tim David can bail them out of trouble with his flamboyant stroke play. 

Mark Steketee

Melbourne Stars' prominent seamer Mark Steketee has showcased remarkable form, scalping eleven wickets in just four matches. He can make the new ball talk and might trouble the Hurricanes with his razor-sharp spells. 

P.S: Apart from these players, the eyes will be on Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Joel Paris, Riley Meredith, Nikhil Chaudhary and Mitchell Owen.