The Hobart Hurricanes are all set to turn their fortunes against the Sydney Thunder in the 27th game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on January 8 at the Sydney Showground. The HUR side is currently in the third spot with four wins and one defeat and seems to be standing at the dominant spot.
The side heads into this game after beating the Adelaide Strikers in the last game. Nathan Ellis and his men aim to maintain their dominating form heading into this game. Here is the probable playing XI of the Hobart Hurricanes for their clash against the Sydney Thunder.
The probable Hobart Hurricanes’ Playing XI in BBL 2024-25:
Openers:
The two-star cricketers will be looking to give a great start to the HUR side in this game. Wicketkeeper batter Matthew Wade has been one of the most destructive batters in the Aussie conditions, and he can pose a big threat to the THU side in this game. Mitchell Owen looks great, hammering 37 off 16 balls featuring two boundaries and three sixes in the last game.
Batters:
Shai Hope is a power hitter and possesses the ability to pose a big threat to opponents. Star batter 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. David goes berserk in the game, having hammered 62 off 28 balls, featuring three boundaries and six towering sixes to help his side win the last game. The star batter aims to continue his form heading into this game.
All-rounders:
Nikhil Chaudhary looked great in the last game, having racked up 22 off 22 balls. He will be looking to give his all-round performance in this game. Chris Jordan can bat at the lower order of the game and aims to pose a big threat to the THU batting lineup. He picked up one scalp in the last game.
Bowlers:
The Hurricanes boast a strong bowling squad, and the trio boasts a strong ability to pose a big threat to the THU batting unit. Waqar Salamkheil is the one to watch out for in Aussie conditions.
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