TOP STORIES

BBL 2024-25: Hobart Hurricanes vs Perth Scorchers, all you need to know

Friday, 20-Dec-2024, 08:03 AM
News

The seventh match of the ongoing Big Bash League will see the face-off between Hobart Hurricanes and Perth Scorchers on Saturday at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Perth Scorchers kicked off their campaign on a high note, beating Melbourne Stars by six wickets in the opening match of the tournament. 

On the other hand, Hobart Hurricanes registered a dull start after being thrashed by Melbourne Renegades in the 5th match of the tournament. Hobart Hurricanes were bowled out for their lowest total (74) in BBL history. They would hope to bounce back strongly to open their victory account. Perth Scorchers, meanwhile, will be bolstered by the availability Australia Test squad player Josh Inglis

HEAD TO HEAD
Matches: 20
Hobart Hurricanes: 7
Perth Scorchers: 13

PERTH SCORCHERS PROBABLE XI: Finn Allen, Keaton Jennings, Cooper Connolly, Matthew Hurst (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris

HOBART HURRICANES PROBABLE XI: Matthew Wade (wk), Mitchell Owen, Shai Hope, Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith, Billy StanlakWaqar Salamkheil

Tags

More News

News

"I don't think I have played at this level for a good 2-3 years now": Virat Kohli

17 mins ago

India’s recent 2–1 ODI series victory over South Africa was defined by several eye-catching performances, but none shone brighter than the brilliance of Virat Kohli. The Indian icon delivered masterclass performances, maintaining consistency. Over the course of three matches, Kohli amassed a staggering 302 runs, finishing as the series’ leading scorer and claim...


News

Jaiswal, Rohit and Kohli lead the way as India decimate South Africa

12 hrs ago

India sealed a commanding 9-wicket victory over South Africa in the third and final ODI on Saturday in Visakhapatnam, securing the series 2–1. India delivered a clinical all-round performance, crowned by a maiden ODI century from young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who led the chase with remarkable intensity.

Chasing a target of 271, India got...


News

Quinton de Kock roars back to form, shatters many records

16 hrs ago

After a quiet start to the ODI series against India, Quinton de Kock roared back to form in the third and final ODI on Saturday in Visakhapatnam, blazing a scintillating 23rd ODI hundred, reaching the milestone in just 80 balls. Showing a clear intent to seize control, he tore into the Indian bowling attack with his destructive performance, slamming six towerin...


News

Cummins eyes third-Test return, provides positive update

17 hrs ago

Having endured a frustrating spell on the sidelines due to a back injury, Australian skipper Pat Cummins is setting his sights on a return to action in the third Test in Adelaide. Cummins was sidelined for the first two Ashes Tests owing to a persistent back injury, which has held him back from playing for the past few months. Providing an update on his injury, Cummins expresse...


News

India decide to bowl in series-decider against South Africa

20 hrs ago

India won the toss and elected to bowl in the third and final ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, setting the stage for a high-stakes series decider. The three-match series is currently locked at 1-1, and both sides enter the contest with everything to play for.

India, looking to regain momentum after an inconsistent run, face significa...