BBL 2022: Match 26, HUR vs STR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between Hobart Hurricanes and Adelaide Strikers?

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) will take on Adelaide Strikers (STR) in the 26th match of the ongoing Big Bash League at the Bellerive Oval on January 2. The hosts are currently second from bottom in the points table and are coming into the clash after a harrowing defeat against Sydney Thunder in the previous encounter. They have managed just two wins in the season so far and need to turn things around quickly to have a shot at the playoffs.

Meanwhile, Adelaide Strikers has had a bemusing season so far, after winning their opening three fixtures, their season went into a tailspin as they lost all three following matches. Veteran pacer Peter Siddle will be hoping to snap their losing streak with a win against the Hurricanes.

Match Details

Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Date & Time: January 02, 01:45 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv App

Pitch Report

The surface at the Blundstone Arena offers one of the better batting tracks in the country coupled with an electric outfield. However, the fast bowlers will have some assistance in the initial stages and can also make use of one of the longer sides of the ground. The team winning the toss would be inclined to bat first at this venue, with spinners likely to have a big say in the second innings. 

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Predicted Playing XIs for HUR vs STR

Hobart Hurricanes:

D'Arcy Short, Caleb Jewell, Shadab Khan, Matthew Wade (c & wk), Tim David, Asif Ali, James Neesham, Joel Paris, Nathan Ellis, Patrick Dooley, Riley Meredith

Adelaide Strikers:

Matthew Short, Henry Hunt, Chris Lynn, Adam Hose, Colin de Grandhomme, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen (wk), Rashid Khan, Wes Agar, Henry Thornton, Peter Siddle (c)

Probable Best Performers from HUR vs STR

Probable best batter: Matthew Short

The Australian opener has been one of the star performers for the Adelaide Strikers at the top of the order. The right-hand batter has amassed 183 runs in just six appearances and is the leading scorer for his side in this year's BBL edition.

Probable best bowler: Henry Thornton

Strikers' Henry Thornton has been one of the standout performers in the ongoing edition of the BBL. He started the campaign in blistering form, scalping a four-for and a five-for in his opening two matches. The 26-year-old has 16 scalps to his name in just six outings and is head and shoulders clear of any other bowler in the competition. 

Today's Match Prediction: Adelaide Strikers to win the match

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