HurricanesHurricanes
09 Jan - 13:45
Big Bash League
StrikersStrikers
Hobart
Bellerive Oval
185
39
19
Hurricanes
HUR
178/6 (20.0)
Strikers chose to BOWL
Strikers
STR
141/9 (20.0)
Hurricanes won by 37 runs
HUR vs STR BBL 2025-26 Match Preview: Hobart Showdown at Bellerive Oval | Pitch, Fantasy Tips, Live Streaming

Published on Jan 07, 2026

HUR vs STR BBL 2025-26 Match Preview: Hobart Showdown at Bellerive Oval | Pitch, Fantasy Tips, Live Streaming

The Big Bash League 2025-26 shifts to the scenic Bellerive Oval, Hobart, where the Hobart Hurricanes face the Adelaide Strikers in a high-impact T20 clash. With both sides producing mixed results but several players in outstanding form, this encounter could prove decisive for momentum in the BBL points table.

For fans tracking HUR vs STR match analysis, this fixture stands out due to Bellerive Oval’s batting-friendly nature combined with strong assistance for fast bowlers. For fantasy players, identifying the right all-rounders and death-over pacers could be the key to climbing Mega League leaderboards.

Match Details – HUR vs STR (BBL T20)

  • Match: Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers
  • Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
  • Date: Friday (as per official BBL schedule)
  • Format: T20

Venue & Pitch Report - Bellerive Oval, Hobart

Bellerive Oval is regarded as one of Australia’s better batting surfaces, but conditions still favor quality pace bowling.

  • Average 1st innings score (last 5 matches): 178 runs
  • Pacers wickets: 40
  • Spinners wickets: 19

Pitch Insight

The surface offers good bounce and carry, allowing batters to play through the line once set. However, the cool Hobart breeze often brings early swing, making fast bowlers particularly dangerous in the powerplay and at the death. Spinners tend to struggle unless they rely on variations.

Weather Update – Hobart

  • Temperature: 16-18°C
  • Conditions: Cool evening with partial cloud cover
  • Rain: Unlikely

The cooler climate and breeze could assist swing bowlers early, while conditions under lights often favor teams chasing.

Team Form & Tactical Outlook

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR)

The Hurricanes have shown resilience, including a memorable chase of 207 recently.

  • Nikhil Chaudhary: Breakout batter, averaging 71+ fantasy points per match
  • Nathan Ellis: Death-over specialist with consistent wicket-taking ability
  • Ben McDermott: Experienced top-order batter, crucial while chasing
  • Tim Ward: In form after a recent 90-run knock

Strength: Batting depth and elite death bowling

Adelaide Strikers (STR)

The Strikers rely heavily on their all-rounders and have shown flexibility in both defending and chasing totals.

  • Matthew Short: Tournament MVP contender, opens batting and bowls key overs
  • Jamie Overton: In red-hot form, contributing with both bat and ball
  • Liam Scott: Valuable differential pick with recent all-round contributions
  • Hasan Ali: Effective in seam-friendly conditions

Strength: All-round depth and pace options

Injury Updates – HUR vs STR

  • Hobart Hurricanes: No major injury concerns reported
  • Adelaide Strikers: Full squad expected; no confirmed injuries so far

⚠️ Final playing XIs will be confirmed after the toss. Monitor official updates for last-minute changes.

Key Players to Watch

  • Matthew Short (STR): Elite all-rounder, top captaincy option
  • Jamie Overton (STR): High floor and ceiling for fantasy points
  • Nikhil Chaudhary (HUR): In consistent run-scoring form
  • Nathan Ellis (HUR): Death-over wicket specialist
  • Hasan Ali (STR): Swing and seam threat at Bellerive Oval

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Safe Choices

  • Matthew Short
  • Jamie Overton

High-Risk, High-Reward

  • Nikhil Chaudhary
  • Ben McDermott

Differential Option

  • Liam Scott

Fantasy Strategy – HUR vs STR

  1. Prioritize Pacers: Fast bowlers dominate at Bellerive (40 wickets vs 19 for spinners)
  2. Back All-Rounders: Short and Overton offer points in multiple departments
  3. Death Overs Matter: Ellis, Overton, and Hasan Ali are high-value picks
  4. Chasing Advantage: Teams batting second often benefit under lights

Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

  • Live Streaming: Available on JioHotstar
  • Live Telecast: Star Sports TV channels

Disclaimer

This preview is based on recent form, venue statistics, and publicly available information. Team combinations, injuries, and match conditions may change before the start of play. Fantasy sports involve risk use your own judgment and follow official updates before finalizing teams.

Big Bash League STR vs HUR players T20 past performance, current series performance, fantasy points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceFantasy SelectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Matthew WadeHURWK✅279LHB24142530313026.64136.628646RM000-171646.5279121066.7630.621.781.72✅77943028
Luke WoodSTRBOWL✅209LHB8940455339.28113.18041LFM2072203.326.038.4518.425/5071562.831423660954.781.722.73✅68715680
Nathan EllisHURBOWL✅186RHB86405254011.41110.99058RFM1852313.522.968.1316.974/661760.9426251057.1975.323.655.56✅8780740
Tabraiz ShamsiSTRBOWL✅314RHB6644102154.6353.9604LWS3053553.522.567.4718.1105/24401117117731001026.241.562.1✅11501450
Rishad HossainHURBOWL✅109RHB57174065310.15134.43156LBG1031273.221.058.1715.414/225275437815857.11049.281.762.9✅211001060
Chris JordanHURALL✅396RHB23910123557317.06131.493277RFM3884163.427.28.6218.974/619976344149742.9870.064.097.0318172110
Jamie OvertonSTRALL✅195RHB1374417998319.34154.421228RF147153325.978.9617.335/4710969054075966.7781.9513.613.23✅58814700
Rehan AhmedHURALL✅96RHB741610525218.13124.492148LBG90833.228.458.122114/2223737.426267228.6335.392.492.88✅310855450
Riley MeredithHURBOWL✅150RHB271552104.3396.2906RF1502033.622.668.5115.954/931733.12324442.91121.710.721.09✅41000960
Matthew ShortSTRALL✅153RHB14710374510927.33146.0628489OB103612.330.397.92315/2287686.5519188483.3187.3523.7213.11718248
Ben McDermottHURWK✅184RHB17525457112730.47135.3133562RM000-116752.7369193057.1484.035.074.8514362408
Nikhil ChaudharyHURBAT✅48RHB4168457924.14137.84299LBG34162.436.757.2530.303/3615771.4500240071.4566.867.796.4✅107339822
Mackenzie HarveySTRBAT✅51LHB4767657118.65116.08288RMF000-32440.516260025333.751.622.132210-208
Chris LynnSTRBAT✅285RHB27728807411332.42142.42581136SLA731.9317.152602/1572644.3266126016.7262.325.845.81621908
Mitchell OwenHURALL✅75RHB656130510822.11180.995198RM4230227.69.8716.715/1732749.9349105357.1275.33109.52✅9746510
Lloyd PopeSTRBOWL✅66RHB1461852.254001LBG66743.224.478.5817.134/229669.841921066.71158.22.423.8112485390
Jason SanghaSTRBAT✅43RHB3968829126.72118.38691LB1251.225.88.6917.802/1623521.81094300417.630.781.032110-208
Liam ScottSTRALL✅19RHB1874109137.27136.66348RFM1271.931.579.5319.802/123675.8455171383.3575.645.257.37✅116614910
Tim WardHURBAT✅10LHB902009022.22136.05127000-2561305159040149.194.294.4415292500
Macalister WrightHURBAT✅21RHB2024577025.38121.86449LB212.55310.63001/281223672380077.710.520.5613443406
Harry ManentiSTRALL✅30RHB2624136517.2109.25245RMF21343.413.296.4112.425/3116422.289370068.690.310.472015308
Jerrssis WadiaSTRALL✅LHB00SLA000529.814951020810.280.410.5819171120
Completed matches of Hobart Hurricanes
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
16 Dec - 01:45 PMHobartSydney ThunderTHUHobart HurricanesHUR180/6 (20.0)181/6 (19.5) Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
18 Dec - 01:45 PMMelbourneHobart HurricanesHURMelbourne StarsSTA158/9 (20.0)159/2 (16.0) Stars won by 8 wickets (with 24 balls remaining)
21 Dec - 01:45 PMGeelongMelbourne RenegadesRENHobart HurricanesHUR145/9 (20.0)149/3 (13.5) Hurricanes won by 7 wickets (with 37 balls remaining)
26 Dec - 03:45 PMPerthPerth ScorchersSCOHobart HurricanesHUR150/8 (20.0)153/6 (19.3) Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
29 Dec - 01:45 PMHobartMelbourne RenegadesRENHobart HurricanesHUR162/9 (20.0)163/6 (19.0) Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
01 Jan - 01:45 PMHobartPerth ScorchersSCOHobart HurricanesHUR229/3 (20.0)189/9 (20.0) Scorchers won by 40 runs
03 Jan - 01:45 PMSydneySydney ThunderTHUHobart HurricanesHUR205/4 (20.0)207/4 (17.5) Hurricanes won by 6 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
09 Jan - 01:45 PMHobartHobart HurricanesHURAdelaide StrikersSTR178/6 (20.0)141/9 (20.0) Hurricanes won by 37 runs
14 Jan - 01:45 PMHobartBrisbane HeatHEAHobart HurricanesHUR160/8 (20.0)157/8 (20.0) Heat won by 3 runs
21 Jan - 02:00 PMHobartHobart HurricanesHURMelbourne StarsSTA114/5 (10.0)81/4 (7.0) Hurricanes won by 3 runs (DLS method)
23 Jan - 01:45 PMSydneySydney SixersSIXHobart HurricanesHUR198/8 (20.0)141/10 (17.2) Sixers won by 57 runs
Completed matches of Adelaide Strikers
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
17 Dec - 01:45 PMSydneySydney SixersSIXAdelaide StrikersSTR159/9 (20.0)160/7 (19.2) Strikers won by 3 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
23 Dec - 01:45 PMAdelaideAdelaide StrikersSTRMelbourne StarsSTA155/8 (20.0)161/4 (18.1) Stars won by 6 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
27 Dec - 01:45 PMBrisbaneBrisbane HeatHEAAdelaide StrikersSTR179/9 (20.0)172/10 (19.5) Heat won by 7 runs
31 Dec - 01:45 PMAdelaideBrisbane HeatHEAAdelaide StrikersSTR121/10 (19.4)125/3 (14.1) Strikers won by 7 wickets (with 35 balls remaining)
04 Jan - 03:45 PMPerthPerth ScorchersSCOAdelaide StrikersSTR153/8 (20.0)120/10 (18.1) Scorchers won by 33 runs
06 Jan - 01:45 PMAdelaideAdelaide StrikersSTRSydney ThunderTHU165/8 (20.0)159/7 (20.0) Strikers won by 6 runs
09 Jan - 01:45 PMHobartHobart HurricanesHURAdelaide StrikersSTR178/6 (20.0)141/9 (20.0) Hurricanes won by 37 runs
11 Jan - 01:45 PMAdelaidePerth ScorchersSCOAdelaide StrikersSTR232/4 (20.0)200/8 (20.0) Scorchers won by 32 runs
13 Jan - 01:45 PMMelbourneAdelaide StrikersSTRMelbourne StarsSTA83/10 (19.3)86/4 (15.1) Stars won by 6 wickets (with 29 balls remaining)
17 Jan - 11:30 AMAdelaideMelbourne RenegadesRENAdelaide StrikersSTR99/10 (16.5)100/2 (11.5) Strikers won by 8 wickets (with 49 balls remaining)
Completed matches at Bellerive Oval
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
16 Dec - 01:45 PMSydney ThunderTHUHobart HurricanesHUR180/6 (20.0)181/6 (19.5) Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
29 Dec - 01:45 PMMelbourne RenegadesRENHobart HurricanesHUR162/9 (20.0)163/6 (19.0) Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
01 Jan - 01:45 PMPerth ScorchersSCOHobart HurricanesHUR229/3 (20.0)189/9 (20.0) Scorchers won by 40 runs
09 Jan - 01:45 PMHobart HurricanesHURAdelaide StrikersSTR178/6 (20.0)141/9 (20.0) Hurricanes won by 37 runs
14 Jan - 01:45 PMBrisbane HeatHEAHobart HurricanesHUR160/8 (20.0)157/8 (20.0) Heat won by 3 runs
21 Jan - 02:00 PMHobart HurricanesHURMelbourne StarsSTA114/5 (10.0)81/4 (7.0) Hurricanes won by 3 runs (DLS method)
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