The Australian T20 League Big Bash ( BBL 2024-25) will see Brisbane Heat facing off against Hobart Hurricanes on Thursday, 16 January 2025, at 02:00 PM IST at The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia.
The Heat have had an underwhelming season so far, losing four out of the eight games they’ve played, including one no result. They are currently sitting in fifth place in the standings with six points.
On the other hand, the Hurricanes, under the captaincy of Nathan Ellis, have had a brilliant season so far, occupying the top spot in the table with six wins, one loss, and one no-result in eight games. Throughout this article, we will provide a full match breakdown, including the playing XI, pitch report, head-to-head analysis, and other important updates.
HEA vs HUR (Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes) Match Details
Match: Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes (HEA vs HUR)
League: Australian T20 League Bash
Date: Thursday, 16th January 2025
Time: 02:00 PM (IST) / 08:30 AM (GMT)
Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Gabba is expected to be challenging for hitters, with bowlers likely to benefit from the conditions. Recent images show the surface covered in grass, suggesting it will be bowler-friendly, making it difficult for openers to get started.
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— Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) January 15, 2025
Weather Report
The weather in Brisbane, Australia, during the match, is expected to be cloudy. The temperature will be around 23°C, with 67% humidity and winds at 7.8 km/h. Visibility will be 10 km, and there are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Brisbane Heat vs Hobart Hurricanes Team Updates
Brisbane Heat (HEA) Team Updates
Jack Wood and Michael Neser will open the innings for the Brisbane Heat. Both are aggressive batters. Nathan McSweeney will bat at number three and help stabilize the innings if the team loses early wickets. Matt Renshaw and Max Bryant will strengthen the middle order. Colin Munro, the captain, is also a strong batter. Tom Alsop will keep wickets. In the bowling department, Matt Renshaw and Matthew Kuhnemann will take care of the spin. Kuhnemann scored the highest fantasy points in the last match. The pace attack will be led by Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson.
Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Team Updates
Mitchell Owen and Caleb Jewell will open the innings for Hobart Hurricanes. Both are talented attacking batters. Owen is one of the top fantasy point earners in this series. Charlie Wakim will stabilize the innings if the team loses early wickets. The middle order will feature Nikhil Chaudhary and Jake Doran. Nathan Ellis, a strong bowler, will captain the team. Jake Doran will keep wickets. Nikhil Chaudhary will bowl spin. Riley Meredith and Nathan Ellis will lead the pace attack.
HEA vs HUR Head-to-Head
Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes have faced each other in 23 T20 matches. Out of these, Brisbane Heat have won 10, while Hobart Hurricanes have won 13.
HEA vs HUR Live Telecast and Streaming Details
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports and available for streaming on Hotstar.
Probable Playing XIs
Brisbane Heat (HEA) Possible Playing XI:
Jack Wood, Michael Neser, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Tom Alsop (WK), Colin Munro (C), Xavier Bartlett, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann, Spencer Johnson
Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Possible Playing XI:
Mitchell Owen, Caleb Jewell, Charlie Wakim, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jake Doran (WK), Matthew Wade (WK), Tim David, Nathan Ellis (C), Peter Hatzoglou, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake
