HH vs MS Knockout Match Preview – Big Bash League 2026, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Fantasy Picks
The Big Bash League 2026 is reaching its most intense phase as we move into a knockout clash at the picturesque Bellerive Oval, Hobart. On January 21, 2026, the Hobart Hurricanes (HH) will host the Melbourne Stars (MS) in a do-or-die encounter, where the winner advances to the next stage, and the loser’s campaign comes to an abrupt end.
Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance but have lacked consistency. With star all-rounders, lethal death bowlers, and in-form wicketkeeper batters on both sides, this knockout promises high drama, pressure moments, and massive fantasy points.
Match Details
- Match: Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars – Knockout Match
- Tournament: Big Bash League 2026
- Date: 21 January 2026
- Time: 1:45 PM IST | 7:15 PM Local
- Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming (India): JioHotstar App & Website
- Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
- Australia: Fox Cricket & Kayo Sports
- Other Regions: Official BBL digital partners
Weather Report – Hobart
Hobart is expected to offer ideal cricketing conditions.
- Temperature: 18°C – 22°C
- Conditions: Breezy evening
- Rain: Very low chance
The breeze often helps swing bowlers early, especially under lights, making the powerplay phase crucial.
Pitch Report & Venue Stats – Bellerive Oval
Bellerive Oval is known as a batting-friendly venue, but recent numbers show strong support for fast bowlers.
- Average Score (Last 5 Matches): 174
- Pacer Wickets: 44
- Spinner Wickets: 24
Pitch Insight: The surface offers good bounce and carry. Batters can score freely once set, but new-ball swing and death-over pace bowling play a decisive role. Spinners have had limited impact here recently.
Team Form & Head-to-Head
- Hobart Hurricanes: W L W L W
- Melbourne Stars: L W L W L
Head-to-Head Record: Melbourne Stars lead 11–6, but knockout matches often rewrite history.
Injury Updates & Player Availability
- Hobart Hurricanes: No major injury concerns
- Melbourne Stars: Full squad available
- Doubtful Players: None reported
Both teams are expected to field their strongest XIs for this knockout clash.
Probable Playing XI (One-Line Format)
Hobart Hurricanes: Ben McDermott (wk), Caleb Jewell, Nikhil Chaudhary, Beau Webster, Tim David, Corey Anderson, Nathan Ellis (c), Patrick Dooley, Riley Meredith, Chris Jordan, Billy Stanlake
Melbourne Stars: Sam Harper (wk), Joe Clarke, Marcus Stoinis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Tom Curran, Hilton Cartwright, Nick Larkin, Haris Rauf, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Joel Paris, Adam Zampa
Key Players to Watch
- Marcus Stoinis (MS): Elite all-rounder, bowls key overs and bats in the top order
- Beau Webster (HH): Consistent fantasy performer with bat + ball
- Haris Rauf (MS): Death-over strike bowler, lethal on this surface
- Ben McDermott (HH): Reliable wicketkeeper batter in big matches
- Nathan Ellis (HH): Specialist death bowler, high wicket potential
Fantasy Picks
Small League Picks
- Marcus Stoinis
- Beau Webster
- Ben McDermott
- Nathan Ellis
Mega League Differentials
- Haris Rauf
- Sam Harper
- Tom Curran
Match Prediction / Outlook
This knockout clash is finely balanced. Melbourne Stars have the edge on paper with superior all-round depth, but Hobart Hurricanes’ home advantage and death bowling could tilt the match their way. Expect a high-scoring thriller, where death overs and pressure handling decide who moves on to the next round.
Disclaimer
This article is based on pitch data, recent form, and expected conditions. Fantasy cricket involves financial risk and depends on real-time factors such as toss and final team selection. Please play responsibly and use your own judgment.
Big Bash League HH vs MS players T20 past performance, current series performance, fantasy points and selection percentage.
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUR vs THU | 16 Dec - 01:45 PM | Hobart | Hurricanes | 180/6 (20.0) | 181/6 (19.5) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) | ||
| HUR vs STA | 18 Dec - 01:45 PM | Melbourne | Stars | 158/9 (20.0) | 159/2 (16.0) | Stars Stars won by 8 wickets (with 24 balls remaining) | ||
| HUR vs REN | 21 Dec - 01:45 PM | Geelong | Hurricanes | 145/9 (20.0) | 149/3 (13.5) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 7 wickets (with 37 balls remaining) | ||
| HUR vs SCO | 26 Dec - 03:45 PM | Perth | Hurricanes | 150/8 (20.0) | 153/6 (19.3) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) | ||
| HUR vs REN | 29 Dec - 01:45 PM | Hobart | Hurricanes | 162/9 (20.0) | 163/6 (19.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) | ||
| HUR vs SCO | 01 Jan - 01:45 PM | Hobart | Hurricanes | 229/3 (20.0) | 189/9 (20.0) | Scorchers Scorchers won by 40 runs | ||
| HUR vs THU | 03 Jan - 01:45 PM | Sydney | Hurricanes | 205/4 (20.0) | 207/4 (17.5) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 6 wickets (with 13 balls remaining) | ||
| STR vs HUR | 09 Jan - 01:45 PM | Hobart | Strikers | 178/6 (20.0) | 141/9 (20.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 37 runs | ||
| HEA vs HUR | 14 Jan - 01:45 PM | Hobart | Hurricanes | 160/8 (20.0) | 157/8 (20.0) | Heat Heat won by 3 runs | ||
| HH vs MS | 21 Jan - 02:00 PM | Hobart | Stars | 114/5 (10.0) | 81/4 (7.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 3 runs (DLS method) | ||
| SS vs HUR | 23 Jan - 01:45 PM | Sydney | Hurricanes | 198/8 (20.0) | 141/10 (17.2) | Sixers Sixers won by 57 runs |
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUR vs STA | 18 Dec - 01:45 PM | Melbourne | Stars | 158/9 (20.0) | 159/2 (16.0) | Stars Stars won by 8 wickets (with 24 balls remaining) | ||
| STR vs STA | 23 Dec - 01:45 PM | Adelaide | Stars | 155/8 (20.0) | 161/4 (18.1) | Stars Stars won by 6 wickets (with 11 balls remaining) | ||
| STA vs SIX | 26 Dec - 12:35 PM | Sydney | Stars | 144/10 (20.0) | 145/3 (17.3) | Stars Stars won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining) | ||
| STA vs THU | 28 Dec - 01:45 PM | Canberra | Stars | 128/10 (20.0) | 132/1 (14.0) | Stars Stars won by 9 wickets (with 36 balls remaining) | ||
| HEA vs STA | 02 Jan - 01:45 PM | Brisbane | Heat | 195/6 (20.0) | 199/6 (19.4) | Heat Heat won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) | ||
| REN vs STA | 04 Jan - 12:35 PM | Melbourne | Renegades | 173/9 (20.0) | 177/6 (19.5) | Renegades Renegades won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) | ||
| STA vs SIX | 08 Jan - 01:45 PM | Melbourne | Sixers | 128/10 (19.5) | 129/4 (17.1) | Sixers Sixers won by 6 wickets (with 17 balls remaining) | ||
| REN vs STA | 10 Jan - 01:45 PM | Melbourne | Stars | 166/7 (20.0) | 167/2 (15.5) | Stars Stars won by 8 wickets (with 25 balls remaining) | ||
| STR vs STA | 13 Jan - 01:45 PM | Melbourne | Stars | 83/10 (19.3) | 86/4 (15.1) | Stars Stars won by 6 wickets (with 29 balls remaining) | ||
| SCO vs STA | 17 Jan - 02:45 PM | Perth | Scorchers | 130/10 (18.2) | 134/4 (16.5) | Scorchers Scorchers won by 6 wickets (with 19 balls remaining) | ||
| HH vs MS | 21 Jan - 02:00 PM | Hobart | Stars | 114/5 (10.0) | 81/4 (7.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 3 runs (DLS method) |
Teams | Date | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUR vs THU | 16 Dec - 01:45 PM | Hurricanes | 180/6 (20.0) | 181/6 (19.5) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) | ||
| HUR vs REN | 29 Dec - 01:45 PM | Hurricanes | 162/9 (20.0) | 163/6 (19.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining) | ||
| HUR vs SCO | 01 Jan - 01:45 PM | Hurricanes | 229/3 (20.0) | 189/9 (20.0) | Scorchers Scorchers won by 40 runs | ||
| STR vs HUR | 09 Jan - 01:45 PM | Strikers | 178/6 (20.0) | 141/9 (20.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 37 runs | ||
| HEA vs HUR | 14 Jan - 01:45 PM | Hurricanes | 160/8 (20.0) | 157/8 (20.0) | Heat Heat won by 3 runs | ||
| HH vs MS | 21 Jan - 02:00 PM | Stars | 114/5 (10.0) | 81/4 (7.0) | Hurricanes Hurricanes won by 3 runs (DLS method) |




