The Adelaide Strikers (STR) are set to face the Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 13 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 on December 27, 2024, at the Adelaide Oval.
Match Details:
- Date: December 27, 2024
- Time: 1:45 PM IST / 08:15 AM GMT / 06:45 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Pitch Report:
The Adelaide Oval traditionally offers a batting-friendly surface with shorter square boundaries, favoring high-scoring encounters. However, recent matches have shown variable bounce, which could challenge batters aiming for big shots.
Weather Report:
The forecast for Adelaide indicates cloudy conditions with a maximum temperature of around 20°C. Humidity is expected to be between 45-50%, with winds reaching up to 16 km/h.
Head-to-Head Record:
In their previous encounters, the Adelaide Strikers have dominated, winning 14 out of 23 matches against the Hobart Hurricanes, who have secured 8 victories, with one match ending without a result.
Probable Playing XIs:
Adelaide Strikers:
- Matthew Short (c)
- D’Arcy Short
- Ollie Pope (wk)
- Chris Lynn
- Alex Ross
- Jamie Overton
- Liam Scott
- Henry Thornton
- James Bazley
- Cameron Boyce
- Lloyd Pope
Hobart Hurricanes:
- Caleb Jewell
- Shai Hope
- Mitchell Owen
- Ben McDermott (wk)
- Tim David
- Nikhil Chaudhary
- Chris Jordan
- Nathan Ellis (c)
- Riley Meredith
- Billy Stanlake
- Waqar Salamkheil
Injury Updates:
Hobart Hurricanes’ regular wicketkeeper-batsman, Matthew Wade, is expected to miss this match due to a calf injury.
Top Fantasy Picks:
- Matthew Short (STR): The Strikers’ captain has contributed with both bat and ball, scoring 31 runs and claiming 4 wickets in three matches this season.
- D’Arcy Short (STR): A dynamic batter, D’Arcy scored 60 runs in his last outing, showcasing his potential for substantial contributions.
- Riley Meredith (HUR): The fast bowler has been effective, taking 4 wickets in two matches, with best figures of 3 for 27.
- Mitchell Owen (HUR): Opening the innings, Owen impressed with an unbeaten 101* against the Perth Scorchers, solidifying his role at the top.
Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Teams:
Team 1:
- Wicketkeepers: Shai Hope, Ben McDermott
- Batters: D’Arcy Short, Alex Ross
- All-rounders: Mitchell Owen, Jamie Overton (c), Matthew Short
- Bowlers: Henry Thornton, Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Lloyd Pope
Team 2:
- Wicketkeeper: Shai Hope
- Batters: D’Arcy Short
- All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Jamie Overton, Matthew Short (c), James Bazley, Mitchell Owen
- Bowlers: Henry Thornton, Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Lloyd Pope
Captaincy and Vice-Captaincy Options:
- Captain: Matthew Short, Jamie Overton
- Vice-Captain: Mitchell Owen, D’Arcy Short
Match Prediction:
Considering the home advantage and a well-balanced squad, the Adelaide Strikers are favored to win this encounter against the Hobart Hurricanes.
Note: Fantasy sports involve an element of luck. While these predictions are based on analysis, unforeseen factors can influence actual game outcomes.
