TOP STORIES

Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes: Toble-toppers Hurricanes look to destroy Heat

Wednesday, 15-Jan-2025
News

The Big Bash League (BBL) is heating up as Brisbane Heat prepare to face the table-topping Hobart Hurricanes in Match 36, scheduled to be held on Thursday at The Gabba, Brisbane. The game is set to be an enthralling contest between two teams with contrasting campaigns so far. While the Hurricanes sit comfortably at the summit of the points table, the Heat are battling to cement their playoff spot. Ahead of the game, Hurricanes have suffered a massive jolt with pacer Billy Stanlake being unavailable for the remainder of BBL|14 after fracturing his right scapula.

Hobart Hurricanes have been the standout team of this season, performing brilliantly to remain seated on top in points table. Their batters and bowlers have fired on all cylinders in their past encounters.  With six wins in their last eight matches, the Hurricanes are not just topping the table but also establishing themselves as the team to beat this season.

The Brisbane Heat, on the other hand, have had a mixed season. Currently sitting fifth on the points table, they’ve performed well but lacked consistency. Their recent performances have kept them in the playoff hunt, but they need to capitalize on their home advantage to climb further up the ladder.

Hobart Hurricanes probable XI: Mitchell Owen, Matthew Wade (wk), Charlie Wakim, Nikhil Chaudhary, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Jake Doran, Nathan Ellis (c), Peter Hatzoglou, Riley Meredith, Chris Jordan 

Brisbane Heat probable XI: Jack Wood, Colin Munro (c), Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Tom Alsop (wk), Michael Neser, Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson

Tags

More News

News

Ricky Ponting lauds Markram for sensational WTC final performance

3 hrs ago

Former Australian cricketing legend Ricky Ponting has heaped praise on South African star Aiden Markram after his match-winning performance in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia recently. Markram’s scintillating 136-run knock in the second innings proved to be the cornerstone of South Africa&rsq...


News

Ex-Australian bowler hits out at Hazlewood post Australia’s WTC loss

4 hrs ago

Former Australian cricketer Mitchell Johnson has criticised pacer Josh Hazlewood for choosing to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 instead of focusing on preparing for the World Test Championship final. Hazlewood was instrumental in guiding RCB to their maiden IPL title after rejoining the franchise for the final leg of the tournament. Meanwhi...


News

TNPL 2025: Dindigul Dragons face table toppers Chepauk Super Gillies

6 hrs ago

The 14th match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025 on Monday at SCF Cricket Ground, Salem, is set to feature Dindigul Dragons and Chepauk Super Gillies, two teams with contrasting fortunes. Dragons, having played three games and secured two victories, are currently placed fifth in the points table. 

In contrast, Gil...


News

Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know, venues, dates, teams

8 hrs ago

The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 is set to commence on September 30, with host nation India facing Sri Lanka in Bengaluru. This marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of women's cricket, coming to an end with the final on November 2. Defending champions Australia will kick off their campaign by taking on New Zealand in Indo...


News

Sri Lanka confirm squad for first Test vs Bangladesh

9 hrs ago

Sri Lanka have confirmed their 18-member squad for the upcoming first Test against Bangladesh, marking the beginning of their campaign in the new ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. The encounter is crucial as veteran all-rounder Angelo Matthews has announced that it will be his final appearance in Test cricket, bringing down the curtain o...