Hobart Hurricanes will face Melbourne Stars in the Knockout match of the Big Bash League 2025-26 at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Wednesday, January 21. The Hurricanes wrapped up the league stage in third position after registering six wins from ten matches. However, they head into this crucial fixture without their regular skipper Nathan Ellis, who has been ruled out due to injury. Despite the setback, Hobart will rely on their collective strength and home advantage to secure a spot in the next stage.

Melbourne Stars, meanwhile, booked their place in the Knockout after finishing fourth with six victories and four defeats. Their season began on a dominant note, as they won their first four matches on the trot, but consistency eluded them later. Marcus Stoinis and his men suffered defeats in four of their final six league games. As a result, the Stars will be eager to rediscover their early-season form and deliver a strong performance in this high-pressure encounter.

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Hobart Hurricanes

Tim Ward, Mitchell Owen, Beau Webster, Ben McDermott (C), Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade (WK), Rehan Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake.

Melbourne Stars

Thomas Rogers, Sam Harper (WK), Joe Clarke, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis (C), Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle.