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STA vs HUR Dream11 Prediction: 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices For Match 40 Of BBL 14

Arnav Chopra

Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Owen (Source: @StarsBBL/X.com, @HurricanesBBL/X.com)Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Owen (Source: @StarsBBL/X.com, @HurricanesBBL/X.com)

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It is the final match of the Big Bash League 2024/25's group stage, where Melbourne Stars will fight against Hobart Hurricanes in a hardcore battle at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on 19th January from 1:45 PM IST in Match 40. With qualification on the line, the Stars would be giving their one hundred percent in this crucial clash.

Down and out after the first five matches, Melbourne Stars-led by Marcus Stoinis went on a winning spree by claiming consecutive victories in the next four games and, hence, stayed alive in the qualification race. Stars are currently positioned fifth with eight points from nine games, having four wins and five losses, they are in dire need of a win to make it through. A win in this game would ensure their place in the playoffs with a fourth-place finish. Their team consists of skipper Stoinis being accompanied by powerful Glenn Maxwell and consistent Mark Steketee with the ball.

Comfortably placed and already qualified, Nathan Ellis' Hobart Hurricanes are the team to beat this season with seven wins in nine matches with one abandoned game. Mitchell Owen is their star performer this season, with ample support from Caleb Jewell, Nikhil Chaudhary and Tim David with the bat, while Ellis has been at the forefront alongside Riley Meredith.

Melbourne Cricket Ground - Pitch Report For Match 40 Of BBL 14

The pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground has been decent for batting, with average scores ranging between 165 to 175 this season. Pacers will generate some movement off the surface, but the track will mostly be fine for playing the shots. Spinners have to bowl tight lines to ensure that they don't give away easy runs.

Overall, this venue has a history of scores being chased, therefore, team winning the toss will most likely bowl first at this venue.

Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices For STA vs HUR

3) Glenn Maxwell

Why Glenn Maxwell Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

In-Form Player: Fresh off a 90 against Renegades off just 52 balls, Maxwell just went after the bowlers with as many as 10 sixes while striking at 173.08. Is a great option who can score runs at will with a great skill to take on bowlers right from the start of his innings. Additionally, Maxwell has 221 runs in his kitty this season, which have come at an even better strike rate of 182.64 while averaging 44.20.

Highly Experienced: Looking at his BBL stats, Glenn has featured in over 116 matches and has over 3,137 runs at an average of 34.47. The best part about his stats is his incredible strike rate of 154.30 while having 20 fifties to his name. Moreover, he also has 45 wickets in his league career that he has grabbed at an economy of 7.70. With his experience, Maxwell can turn the game in his side's favour at any stage.

2) Mitchell Owen

Why Mitchell Owen Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

Consistent Performer: In eight innings this season, Owen has scored runs quickly and consistently in the competition, averaging 38.57. Can provide a good, solid platform for the side to build on their innings while he keeps the score in check. Moreover, his scores have been in a particular range, indicating his intent to be responsible enough for his side.

Powerful Opener: Mitchell, who was previously used to bat in the lower order, has been performing well as an opener for the Hurricanes this season. With already a hundred to his name, the big-hitter is known to be aggressive right from the start of his innings. In eight games so far, he has managed 270 runs at a very healthy strike rate of 182.43, with a best of 101* against Perth Scorchers. Adding to that, he also bowls medium pace and has managed to pick two wickets.

1) Mark Steketee

Why Mark Steketee Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

Premier Pacer: Steketee has only played four games this season but has been quite professional with his approach as he causes trouble to batters, especially with the new ball. The right-armer is the Stars' go-to man with wickets every time he has been asked to deliver. In the 75 games he has played in his career, Steketee has exactly 100 wickets averaging 23.61.

Wicket-Taking Specialist: Right-arm pacer has been phenomenal in the past two games with figures of 3/14 and 5/17, respectively. He has given runs at an economy of 7 while picking 11 wickets, averaging an incredible 9.54 in this year's BBL. Steketee is fresh off a great spell, and his ability to disturb the batters with movement is handy in these conditions.