BBL 2021-22, Match 56: STA vs HUR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Melbourne Stars are going to clash with Hobart Hurricanes in the 56th match of the Big Bash League. Both sides are in a must-win situation, considering their position in the standings. Melbourne Stars kept their playoffs hope alive by defeating Brisbane Heat in the previous encounter. They are currently placed at the sixth spot with 22 points in their bag.

Talking about Hobart Hurricanes, they are trying their best to get back their rhythm in this tournament. They won their previous battle against Melbourne Renegades by defending a total of 182 runs in the allotted 20 overs. With 7 wins from 13 matches, they are relying on the fifth spot with 27 points. Hence, we can expect a thrilling contest between these two teams on Wednesday.

Match Details:

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes, Match 56

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground

Date & Time: 19th January, at 2:20 PM IST and 7:40 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

Pitch Report:

It’s a well-suited surface for the batters to score runs at a higher rate, though the boundaries are very too big. The bowlers need to work hard in this format of the game to pick wickets. Having said that, players will get the results accordingly to their efforts.

Probable Playing XIs for STA vs HUR:

Melbourne Stars:

Joe Clarke (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Joe Burns, Brody Couch, Sam Rainbird, Adam Zampa, Marcus Stoinis, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Ahmad Daniyal

Hobart Hurricanes:

Caleb Jewell, Ben McDermott (wk), Matthew Wade (c), D’Arcy Short, Tim David, Peter Handscomb, Jordan Thompson, Thomas Rogers, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane, Josh Kann

Top picks for STA vs HUR Dream11 Match:

Top Picks – Batters

Hilton Cartwright is a hard-hitting batter who has got loads of potential to win matches. After featuring in 13 matches in this season, the right-hander smashed 360 runs at an average of 32.72 with the highest score of 79.

The most valuable player of Hobart Hurricanes, Ben McDermott is the highest run-getter of the ongoing tournament. So far, he has mustered 500+ runs in 11 matches at an average of 51.60, including 2 hundred and 2 fifties to his name.

Top Picks – All-Rounders

Glenn Maxwell has looked in fabulous form in his last two outings. He has scored 105 runs in the last two matches by coming at the top-order for his team. He has also taken 4 wickets for his team.

D’Arcy Short is the second-highest run-getter for Hobart Hurricanes in this season. In 13 games, he has amassed 347 runs at an average of 31.54 and has also picked 5 wickets as well.

Top Picks – Bowlers

Sandeep Lamichhane found his rhythm in the second half of the tournament. He has scalped 9 wickets in the last 6 matches, with the best figures reading 2/22.

Adam Zampa is a clever bowler in this format of the game and knows exactly what needs to be done in pressure situations. He has scalped 10 wickets in this tournament at an economy of 7.43.

Top Picks – Wicket-keeper

Joe Clarke is the leading run-getter for Melbourne Stars. He has amassed 384 runs at an average of 32, including his match-winning 62 off 36 balls against Brisbane Heat.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for STA vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott (VC), Joe Clarke, Joe Burns, Hilton Cartwright, Caleb Jewell, Glenn Maxwell (C), D’Arcy Short, Adam Zampa, Sandeep Lamichhane, Thomas Rogers

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for STA vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Wade, Joe Clarke (VC), Peter Handscomb, Marcus Stoinis, Caleb Jewell, Glenn Maxwell, D’Arcy Short (C), Brody Couch, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Adam Zampa, Riley Meredith

STA vs HUR Risky Captaincy Choices:

Matthew Wade is a dangerous batter who can dominate the opposition’s bowling contingent once he gets the ball under his eyes. He has scored 308 runs in this tournament at an average of around 30.80. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy skipper.

Brody Couch is the top wicket-taker for Melbourne Stars in this tournament. He will be a risky captaincy option for your Dream11 fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Joe Burns comes to bat in the middle-order for Melbourne Stars and has 95 runs so far in this tournament. Hence, it is advisable to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.