BBL 2022: Match 35, HUR vs STA Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Stars?

Match 35 of the Big Bash League (BBL) season 12 will see the clash between Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) and Melbourne Stars (STA) at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on January 9.

Both sides are coming off from back-to-back losses from their previous fixtures in the league phase and will aim to get back to winning ways. While the competition has come down to the point where the standings on the points table have started to matter, winning the fixtures will be the only way ahead. 

Stars have got the better of Hurricanes in their last five meetings as they registered wins on three occasions with their most recent win coming in December in the first leg. However, playing at home, Hobart could still turn things around and climb up the table which will be the main thing on their agenda.

Match Details

Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Date & Time: January 09, 1:45 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv App

Pitch Report

The surface at the Bellerive Oval tends to become a batting paradise as the match progresses, however, the wicket has provided bowlers with early movement. Spinners will look to make use of the longer boundary of one side in the middle-overs to get the breakthroughs. Otherwise, a competitive total can be expected in the forthcoming contest in Hobart.

Predicted Playing XIs for HUR vs STA

Hobart Hurricanes:

Caleb Jewell, Ben McDermott, Zak Crawley, Matthew Wade (c & wk), Tim David, Asif Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Wil Parker, Joel Paris, Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith

Melbourne Stars:

Joe Clarke (wk), Thomas Rogers, Beau Webster, Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Nick Larkin, Campbell Kellaway, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Luke Wood, Trent Boult, Adam Zampa (c)

Probable Best Performers from HUR vs STA

Probable best batter: Ben McDermott

Ben McDermott has amassed 233 runs in eight matches at an impressive strike rate of 158.50 for the Hurricanes this season. The batter will look aim to maintain his fine form and score the vital runs for the side against Melbourne in their upcoming fixture.

Probable best bowler: Riley Meredith

The pacer has been an integral asset for the Hobart franchise as he has claimed 13 wickets in nine matches thus far. While there is still room for improvement in terms of restricting the batters from scoring big, Meredith will be on the hunt for the important breakthroughs which can tilt the momentum in his team’s favour.

Today's Match Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes 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.