Prepare for the electrifying clash between Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Stars in Match 17 of the 2023-24 Big Bash League (BBL) at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Both teams have secured one win each in the tournament so far. The Hurricanes triumphed over Melbourne Renegades, claiming two vital points, while the Glenn Maxwell-led Stars seized victory against Sydney Sixers, securing crucial points as well. With HUR (-0.546) edging ahead of STA (-2.172) in the points table due to a higher run rate, both sides are eager to bolster their position.
Match Details:
| Match | Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) vs Melbourne Stars (STA) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| Date & Time | December 28, 1:45 p.m. IST |
Pitch Report: The Bellerive Oval pitch is anticipated to favor batsmen, although seamers might benefit from the pitch’s pace and bounce. Captains winning the toss may opt to field first to set a target on this favorable batting surface.
Probable Playing XI:
Hobart Hurricanes:
Matthew Wade (WK), Ben McDermott, Macalister Wright, Sam Hain, Tim David, Corey Anderson, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Patrick Dooley, Nathan Ellis (C), Riley Meredith
Melbourne Stars:
Thomas Rogers, Sam Harper (WK), Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell (C), Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Imad Wasim, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Joel Paris
Dream11 Fantasy Teams:
Team 1:
- Wicketkeepers: M Wade, S Harper
- Batters: Tim David, J Burns, S Heazlett
- All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (VC), C Anderson, B Webster (C)
- Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, R Meredith
Team 2:
- Wicketkeepers: B McDermott, M Wade (VC)
- Batters: Tim David, Hilton Cartwright, C Jewell, T Fraser Rogers
- All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell (C), Imad Wasim, C Jordan
- Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Nathan Ellis
Full Squads:
Hobart Hurricanes Squad:
Caleb Jewell, Matthew Wade (wk), Macalister Wright, Sam Hain, Corey Anderson, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Patrick Dooley, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith, Ben McDermott, Mitchell Owen, Billy Stanlake, Iain Carlisle, Liam Guthrie, Peter Hatzoglou, Sam Heazlett
Melbourne Stars Squad:
Sam Harper (wk), Thomas Rogers, Beau Webster, Glenn Maxwell (c), Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Imad Wasim, Jonathan Merlo, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Joel Paris, Mark Steketee, Nick Larkin, Corey Rocchiccioli
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