The Hobart Hurricanes are all set to lock horns against the Adelaide Strikers in the 24th game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on January 5 at Ninja Stadium. Both sides aim to win this game to boost their rankings in the points table. The side stands at the fourth spot with three wins and one defeat.
The side heads to this game after thwarting Sydney Sixers by 50 runs in their last encounter. They aim to maintain their dominating momentum heading into this game. In the same vein, here is the probable playing XI of Hobart Hurricanes against Adelaide Strikers.
Openers: Matthew Wade and Mitchell Owen
The two-star cricketers will be looking to give a great start to the HUR side in this game. Wicketkeeper batter Wade has been one of the most destructive batters in the Aussie conditions, and he can pose a big threat to the STR side in this game. Owen looks great, hammering 33 off 17 balls featuring four boundaries and two sixes in the last game.
Batters: Shai Hope, Ben McDermott, Tim David
Shai Hope is a power hitter and possesses the ability to pose a big threat to opponents. Skipper McDermott has been in outstanding form while Tim David has been one of the best batters when it comes to the shortest version of the game.
All-rounders: Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Peter Hatzoglou
Chaudhary looks great in the last game, having racked up 42 off 31 balls while picking up one wicket. He will be looking to give his all-round performance in this game. Jordan can bat at the lower order of the game and aims to pose a big threat to the STA batting lineup. He picked up three wickets in the last game.
Bowlers: Billy Stanlake, Riley Meredith, Waqar Salamkheil
The Hurricanes boast a strong bowling squad, and the trio boasts a strong ability to pose a big threat to the STA batting unit. Waqar is the one to watch out for in Aussie conditions.
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