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The Hobart Hurricanes are ready to take on the Sydney Sixers in the 18th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 season at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on January 1. This matchup promises to be exciting as both teams come into the match with recent wins. The Hurricanes, led by Nathan Ellisthey have shown resilience after a difficult start to the season. After a big defeat against the Melbourne Renegadeswhere they were bowled out for just 74 runs, they bounced back impressively with wins over the Perth Scorchers i Adelaide Strikers. In their last outing, they scored an impressive 214 runs against the Strikers, showcasing their batting depth and hitting capabilities.
On the other hand, the Sydney Sixers, captained by Moises Henriquesthey are currently on a four-game winning streak. They have dominated their matches, including a recent win against the Brisbane Heatwhere they restricted their opponents to just 138 runs. Ben Dwarshuis has been a standout performer with the ball for the Sixers, leading the tournament in wickets.
The pitch at Bellerive Oval in Hobart is usually well balanced, offering a good match between bat and ball. It generally favors fast bowlers, especially those who can extract swing and seam movement early in the innings. Batsmen can find runs if they settle in, with the average score in T20 matches hovering around 165 runs. Historically, teams batting first have had a slight advantage, making it crucial that the captain who wins the toss carefully considers his strategy. As the match progresses, spinners can also come into play, especially in the middle overs, adding an intriguing dynamic to the game.
Option 1: James Vince (c), Chris Jordan (vc)
Option 2: Tim David (c), Nathan Ellis (vc)
Hayden Kerr, Shai Hope, Todd Murphy, Akeal Hosein
Hobart Hurricanes: Nathan Ellis (c), Matthew Wade (wk), Ben McDermott, Shai HopeCaleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean
Sydney Sixers: Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Jack Edwards, Moises Henriques (c), Jordan Silk, Joel Davies, Hayden Kerr, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Todd Murphy, Lachlan Shaw, Akeal Hosein, Kurtis Patterson, Mitchell Perry