On the eve of Christmas, the Hobart Hurricanes will face the Melbourne Stars in the 19th match of the BBL 2021/22. The Hobart Hurricanes are currently on a losing streak, having lost two consecutive matches to the Perth Scorchers by large margins. They aim to get back on track and are optimistic about their chances against the Melbourne Stars. With 6 points, they are ranked sixth in the standings.
On the other hand, the Melbourne Stars have already seen ups and downs in this campaign. Despite a strong batting display, they were defeated by Sydney Sixers by 7 wickets in their last match. If they want to protect the targets, they need to be more consistent with the ball. They are in fifth place in the rankings with 7 points after two wins and two losses.
Weather
Temperatures will likely range from 14~24°C, with no rain interruption.
Pitch
This is only the second game of the BBL season at the Bellerive Oval. With batters trying to time the ball, we anticipate seeing a more favourable pitch to pace bowlers. Batting first has won both of the previous two matches played here, so it appears that batting first will be a good option in this match as well.
Probable Playing XIs
Hobart Hurricanes:
Matthew Wade (c&wk), D’Arcy Short, Sandeep Lamichhane, Jordan Thompson, Ben McDermott, Harry Brook, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Thomas Rogers, Caleb Jewell, Riley Meredith
Melbourne Stars:
Glenn Maxwell (c), Joe Clarke (wk), Brody Couch, Nick Larkin, Qais Ahmad, Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Andre Russell, Sam Rainbird, Marcus Stoinis
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars – Match 19, Dream 11:
Matthew Wade (c&wk), Nick Larkin, Hilton Cartwright, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Jordan Thompson, Glenn Maxwell, D’Arcy Short, Riley Meredith, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Brody Couch
Prediction
Match winner
- Melbourne Stars
Winning the toss
- Melbourne Stars
Top Batsman
- Hobart Hurricanes – D’Arcy Short
- Melbourne Stars – Glenn Maxwell
Top Bowler
- Hobart Hurricanes – Joel Paris
- Melbourne Stars – Brody Couch
Most Sixes
- Hobart Hurricanes – Matthew Wade
- Melbourne Stars – Glenn Maxwell
Player of the Match
- Melbourne Stars – Glenn Maxwell
Team Scores Batting First
- Hobart Hurricanes – 170+
- Melbourne Stars – 180+
The Melbourne Stars are a tough team, and the additions of Andre Russell and Qais Ahmed have given them a new dimension. The Melbourne Stars are the clear favourites to win this match.
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