BBL Match Prediction | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades | Big Bash League 2024-25 | Match 34 | Jan 14 – Can the last-positioned MR stand against the HH?

HH vs MR Match Analysis

Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Renegades will play each other in the Big Bash League 2024-25 34th Match on January 14, 2025, at 02:30 PM BST at Bellerive Oval, Hobart.

The Hobart Hurricanes are in second place with 11 points from seven matches. Having secured five wins, they have guaranteed their spot in the finals. Their attention now turns to challenging the Sydney Sixers for the top spot and the opportunity to host the Qualifier final on their home ground.

Meanwhile, the Melbourne Renegades have fallen to the bottom of the table following their recent loss to the Stars. Although they defeated the Hurricanes in their previous meeting, the Hurricanes have since embarked on a five-game winning streak, establishing themselves as the team to beat in this clash.

HH vs MR Team Preview & Squads

Hobart Hurricanes

The Hobart Hurricanes momentarily climbed to the top of the table with a commanding home victory over the Thunder, but the Sixers reclaimed the lead on Saturday. Despite this, the Hurricanes extended their winning streak to five games, and the Sixers’ win against the Scorchers secured the Hurricanes a spot in the BBL14 finals. Their six-wicket triumph over the Thunder also boosted their net run rate, which could prove vital in securing a home final as the competition enters its decisive stages.

A major contributor to their success has been Tim David, who is in scintillating form. His consecutive explosive half-centuries in the lower order were instrumental in securing victories against the Thunder and Strikers.

HH’s top six batters have each delivered standout performances at various times, with rising star Mitch Owen leading the charge. Owen has amassed 202 runs in six innings, highlighted by an unbeaten 101 against the Scorchers, which stands out as the season’s best knock. Another key player is Ben McDermott, who has scored 124 runs in five innings at an impressive strike rate of 149.

On the bowling front, it has been a collective effort. Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Chris Jordan, and Billy Stanlake have all made significant contributions, taking crucial wickets to bolster the team’s campaign.

Hobart Hurricanes Squads

Hobart Hurricanes

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

Melbourne Renegades

The Melbourne Renegades have experienced a season filled with ups and downs, starting on a positive note but struggling to maintain consistency. They claimed wins in two of their first three games, defeating the Hurricanes and Scorchers on difficult surfaces at Geelong and Marvel Stadium. However, three straight losses followed before they managed to secure another win. Unfortunately, their recent 42-run defeat to the Stars has dealt a significant blow, dropping them in the standings and making a playoff spot increasingly unlikely.

To turn their season around, the MR will rely heavily on Tim Seifert, their leading run-scorer with 176 runs in eight innings. His ability to stabilize the innings or produce a match-winning knock will be crucial. Captain Will Sutherland, who has contributed 163 runs in seven innings, has brought steadiness to the middle order and will need to continue anchoring the innings. Additionally, all-rounder Tom Rogers has been a key contributor with the bat lower down the order, as highlighted by his unbeaten 49 off 31 balls against the Scorchers, which helped the Renegades chase 148 after early setbacks.

In the bowling department, Tom Rogers has been a standout, taking 15 wickets in seven matches at an economy rate of 8.79. Adam Zampa’s impressive leg-spin remains a vital asset, particularly in controlling the opposition during the middle overs. Sutherland has also chipped in with the ball and will be another dependable option as the Renegades look to regain their footing.

Melbourne Renegades Squads

Melbourne Renegades

Mackenzie Harvey, Fergus O’Neill, Adam Zampa, Harry Dixon, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Hassan Khan, Kane Richardson, Will Sutherland, Gurinder Sandhu, Jonathan Wells, Nathan Lyon, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert, Laurie Evans, Jacob Bethell, and Tom Rogers.

Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades outfield report 

Bellerive Oval, Hobart

The team chasing the target has won three of the four BBL games played at Bellerive Oval this season. It would not be shocking if both captains chose to bowl first after winning the toss, as this pattern suggests that batting second could provide teams an advantage.

According to the prediction, there won’t be any rain and the game will likely be played in cool, mostly cloudy weather. A good batting track is usually offered by Bellerive Oval, particularly in the early going of the game.   

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

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

Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Hobart Hurricanes have a 55% 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.