BBL Match Prediction | Big Bash League 2024-25 | Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers | Qualifier | Jan 21 – Who do you think will get the ticket to the finale?

HH vs SS Match Analysis

Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Sixers will play each other in the Big Bash League 2024-25 Qualifier Match on January 21, 2025, at 02:30 PM BST at Bellerive Oval, Hobart.

The Hobart Hurricanes have had an impressive season, finishing at the top of the table. The team will capitalize on this strength with their batters in excellent form. They have maintained a perfect home record, winning all five matches, and their familiarity with the conditions at this venue will boost their confidence heading into the game.

The Sydney Sixers secured second place and will aim to deliver a strong performance in this match. They previously suffered a defeat against the Hurricanes earlier in the season. With their middle order struggling for form in recent games, it will be intriguing to see if they can overcome the challenge posed by the Hurricanes.

HH vs SS Team Preview & Squads

Hobart Hurricanes

The Hobart Hurricanes have shown consistency throughout the season, finishing at the top of the points table. However, they didn’t close out the league stage as strongly as they would have liked, suffering a 40-run defeat to the Melbourne Stars in their final game. The bowling unit has faced challenges in recent matches, and captain Nathan Ellis will be counting on his bowlers to deliver a stronger performance and help the team secure a spot in the final.

The Hurricanes will look for a solid start from Caleb Jewell and Mitchell Owen, as they prepare to face a formidable bowling attack. The middle order has been reliable, with Charlie Wakim, Nikhil Chaudhary, and Ben McDermott contributing runs consistently throughout the season. Big hitters Matthew Wade and Tim David will aim to propel the team to a substantial total with their explosive batting skills.

The bowling attack of HH, which has struggled in the last two games, must step up. Early breakthroughs from Marcus Bean and Riley Meredith will be crucial, as the team cannot afford to concede runs with the new ball. Nathan Ellis will rely on his experience to control the middle overs alongside Mitchell Owen, while Nikhil Chaudhary and Chris Jordan provide additional bowling options for the side.

Hobart Hurricanes Squads

Hobart Hurricanes

Charlie Wakim, Nathan Ellis, Tim David, Iain Carlisle, Riley Meredith, Jake Doran, Ben McDermott, Chris Jordan, Caleb Jewell, Mitchell Owen, Patrick Dooley, Peter Hatzoglou, Nikhil Chaudhary, Billy Stanlake, Shai Hope, Waqar Salamkheil, Macalister Wright, Rishad Hossain, Matthew Wade. 

Sydney Sixers

The Sydney Sixers shared points with the Sydney Thunder in their last match due to rain interruptions. They finished second on the points table with 14 points. While the team started the season strongly, they hit a rough patch midseason but regained their form in the latter stages. Facing the in-form Hobart Hurricanes will be a challenging task, and captain Moises Henriques will expect a strong response from his players following a heavy defeat to the Hurricanes earlier in the league stage.

Steven Smith has been in excellent touch this season, and the team will rely on him and Josh Philippe to provide a strong start. Henriques will play a pivotal role in anchoring the middle order, supported by Jack Edwards and Jordan Silk. With depth in their batting lineup, the Sixers will also look to Lachlan Shaw, Hayden Kerr, and Ben Dwarshuis to contribute valuable runs.

The bowling unit of SS faces a stiff test against the Hurricanes’ powerful batting lineup. Early breakthroughs will be crucial, with Jack Edwards and Hayden Kerr leading the charge with the new ball. Ben Dwarshuis and Todd Murphy, the most experienced bowlers, will need to control the middle overs, while Sean Abbott and Jafer Chohan will aim to deliver in their supporting roles.

Sydney Sixers Squads

Sydney Sixers

Ben Dwarshuis, Steven Smith, Kurtis Patterson, Joel Davies, Jackson Bird, Todd Murphy, Moises Henriques, Akeal Hosein, Jafer Chohan, Sean Abbott, Ben Manenti, James Vince, Hayden Kerr, Josh Philippe, Daniel Hughes, Jack Edwards.

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers outfield report 

Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Four of the five games played at this location this season have been won by the side pursuing the score. The team that wins the toss in this match will therefore probably choose to bowl first. Batsmen may find the circumstances difficult early in the game when the ball does a little bit because Hobart will have a cloudy sky. The bowlers have had a strong first innings, but the wicket is good to bat on in the second half.

HH vs SS Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five matches, HH won 2 games and SS won 3.

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Sixers Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Hobart Hurricanes have a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.