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Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers, 28th Match, Big Bash League 2025-26

t20Hobart Hurricanes won by 37 runs
Bellerive Oval, Hobart
9 Jan 2026, 1:45 pm IST
adelaide strikers won the toss, chose to bowl
Winner: Hobart Hurricanes
Hobart Hurricanes Inning Score: 178 /6
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Tim Wardc Mackenzie Harvey b Shamsi171720100
Mitchell Owenc Jason Sangha b Luke Wood33924366.67
Rehan Ahmedb Lloyd Pope291722170.59
Ben McDermottc Matthew Short b Jamie Overton18230178.26
Nikhil Chaudharyc Chris Lynn b Jamie Overton231721135.29
Matthew Wadec Harry Manenti b Luke Wood271921142.11
Macalister Wrightnot out201721117.65
Chris Jordannot out2200100
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
Luke Wood04048212
Liam Scott01021000
Jamie Overton02013200
Tabraiz Shamsi04019100
Matthew Short03025002
Lloyd Pope03033100
Jerrssis Wadia03015000
Adelaide Strikers Inning Score: 141 /9
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Matthew Shortc Nikhil Chaudhary b Riley Meredith240050
Chris Lynnc Matthew Wade b Nathan Ellis561083.33
Mackenzie Harveyb Riley Meredith02000
Jason Sanghac Matthew Wade b Nathan Ellis04000
Liam Scottnot out915865156.9
Harry Manentic Nikhil Chaudhary b Rishad Hossain370042.86
Jamie Overtonst Matthew Wade b Rishad Hossain8701114.29
Jerrssis Wadiab Rehan Ahmed140025
Luke Woodc Ben McDermott b Rishad Hossain11161068.75
Lloyd Poperun out (Macalister Wright/Nikhil Chaudhary)5110045.45
Tabraiz Shamsinot out120050
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
Nikhil Chaudhary03018000
Riley Meredith03116200
Nathan Ellis0207200
Chris Jordan03019002
Rishad Hossain04026301
Rehan Ahmed04031111
Mitchell Owen01015000

Match Summary

Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers, 28th Match, Big Bash League 2025-26 - January 9, 2026

In a thrilling encounter at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart Hurricanes triumphed over Adelaide Strikers by 37 runs. The Hurricanes set a competitive target of 178 runs, with Mitchell Owen being the standout performer with the bat. Despite a valiant effort from Liam Scott, who scored a remarkable 91 not out, the Strikers fell short of the target.

Match Summary

  • Match Winner: Hobart Hurricanes
  • Player of the Match: Likely Mitchell Owen for his explosive batting performance.
  • Top Batting Performance:
    • Mitchell Owen (Hobart Hurricanes): 33 runs off just 9 balls with a strike rate of 366.67.
    • Liam Scott (Adelaide Strikers): An impressive 91* off 58 balls.
  • Notable Bowling Performance:
    • Riley Meredith (Hobart Hurricanes): Took crucial wickets early in the innings.
  • Significant Partnerships:
    • Liam Scott's resistance was key in keeping Adelaide Strikers' hopes alive.

Detailed Narrative

The match kicked off with Adelaide Strikers winning the toss and opting to bowl first. Hobart Hurricanes made the most of their batting opportunity, posting a solid total of 178/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was characterized by aggressive batting displays, particularly from Mitchell Owen who smashed an astonishing 33 runs in just 9 deliveries, including four towering sixes. His blitzkrieg innings provided momentum to the Hurricanes' innings and set a challenging target for the Strikers.

Ben McDermott and Matthew Wade contributed with scores of 18 and 27 respectively, while Rehan Ahmed chipped in with a quickfire 29. The Hurricanes' innings witnessed some tight bowling spells from Jamie Overton and Luke Wood, who both picked up crucial wickets at regular intervals.

In response, Adelaide Strikers faced an early setback with Riley Meredith striking twice in quick succession to remove Matthew Short and Mackenzie Harvey. Nathan Ellis further dented their chase by dismissing Chris Lynn and Jason Sangha cheaply. However, Liam Scott stood tall amidst the collapse, playing an incredible innings of 91 not out. His efforts kept Adelaide in contention until the end but lacked support from other batsmen.

Rishad Hossain played a vital role with the ball for Hobart Hurricanes, claiming three wickets including crucial dismissals of Harry Manenti and Luke Wood. The consistent fall of wickets hampered Adelaide's chase as they managed to reach only 141/9 by the end of their innings.

The match was highlighted by some excellent fielding efforts as well, with Matthew Wade contributing significantly behind the stumps with two catches and a stumping.

In conclusion, it was an all-round team effort from Hobart Hurricanes that led them to victory over Adelaide Strikers. The explosive batting from Mitchell Owen and disciplined bowling performances ensured they secured a comprehensive win by 37 runs.