HBH vs ADS: BBL 13 has taken an interesting turn as Adelaide Strikers are all set to lock horns with Hobart Hurricanes in Match 33 of the Big Bash League 13. Strikers won the first match of their doubleheader against Hobart Hurricanes which took them to the fifth place in the table with 7 Points & an NRR of -0.132. They now have just two matches left in the group stage & can still make it to the playoffs. On the other hand, Hurricanes are lying in the sixth place of the Points table with six points in their kitty. They have just two matches left & qualifying for the playoffs is impossible for them.
HBH vs ADS TEAMS PREVIEW
Hobart Hurricanes Preview
Hobart Hurricanes: Adelaide Strikers are riding high on confidence following their recent triumph over the Hobart Hurricanes. They successfully chased down a target of 166 with four balls to spare and five wickets in hand. Captain Matthew Short displayed his leadership prowess with a stylish 45 off 32 deliveries. Short now leads the run-scoring charts for the season, amassing 396 runs in just 7 innings at an impressive average of 66 and a strike rate of 154.
Chris Lynn has been a standout performer, accumulating 304 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 164, including three fifties in seven innings. The bowling attack for the Strikers has been led by Jamie Overton, who has claimed 11 wickets in 7 innings at an economy of 7.96. Despite some expense, David Payne remains among the top wicket-takers for the team with 9 scalps.
Hobart Hurricanes Predicted Playing XI:
Matthew Short (c), D’Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Alex Carey (wk), Adam Hose, Thomas Kelly, Jamie Overton, Henry Thornton, David Payne, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope
Key Players from Previous Game: Batsmen
- Ben McDermott: 95 runs (61 balls, SR: 155.74)
- Chris Jordan: 30 runs (15 balls, SR: 200)
- Timothy David: 15 runs (18 balls, SR: 83.33)
Bowlers:
- Nathan Ellis: 2 wickets for 44 runs in 4.0 overs (Econ: 11)
- Paddy Dooley: 1 wicket for 27 runs in 4.0 overs (Econ: 6.75)
- Riley Meredith: 1 wicket for 29 runs in 2.5 overs (Econ: 10.24)
Adelaide Strikers Preview
Hobart Hurricanes face an uphill task in their remaining two games to keep any hope of qualifying for the playoffs alive. With an NRR of -0.119, they need comprehensive victories and some favorable results to progress. Ben McDermott’s recent form is promising, coming off an unbeaten 95 against Adelaide Strikers. Caleb Jewell and Macalister Wright have also contributed with the bat.
Hobart’s bowling, led by skipper Nathan Ellis (10 wickets in 8 innings at an economy of 8.36), has been decent but lacking support. Chris Jordan is a reliable option in the deathovers.
Adelaide Strikers Predicted Playing XI:
Caleb Jewell, Ben McDermott (wk), Macalister Wright, Sam Hain, Corey Anderson, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Patrick Dooley, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith
Key Players from Previous Game: Batsmen
- Matthew Short: 45 runs (32 balls, SR: 140.62)
- Chris Lynn: 37 runs (26 balls, SR: 142.31)
- Alex Carey: 36 runs (26 balls, SR: 138.46)
Bowlers:
- Jamie Overton: 3 wickets for 23 runs in 4.0 overs (Econ: 5.75)
- Cameron Boyce: 2 wickets for 13 runs in 4.0 overs (Econ: 3.25)
- David Payne: 1 wicket for 41 runs in 3.0 overs (Econ: 13.67)
HBH vs ADS Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The Bellerive Oval pitch offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Seam bowlers can exploit early movement, but as the game progresses, the pitch tends to flatten out, favoring the batsmen. The weather in Hobart is expected to be sunny and pleasant.
Venue Details: The average first innings score at Bellerive Oval is 167 in domestic T20s, with the highest BBL total being Brisbane Heat’s 212-3 against Hobart Hurricanes in 2020. A target of 180-190 runs is considered competitive.
Toss Prediction: All three matches at Bellerive Oval this season have been won by the chasing side. Therefore, the toss-winning team is likely to opt for fielding first.
HBH vs ADS Match Prediction:
Adelaide Strikers have a favorable track record against Hobart Hurricanes, winning four of their last five encounters. Despite not hitting their peak form this season, the Strikers boast a more balanced team. Hurricanes need an exceptional performance to avoid their third successive defeat. Backing Adelaide Strikers to emerge victorious in this clash of titans.
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