SIX vs HUR Challenger Match Preview:

Sydney Sixers and Hobart Hurricanes will face each other in a Challenger match to secure a spot in the Big Bash League 2026 season finale. The match will take place at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia, on Friday, 23rd Jan. The Sixers secured their spot in the Challenger after defeating the Perth Scorchers in the qualifier match by 48 runs. They will now be eager to win the Challenger and secure their spot in the summit clash. 

On the other hand, the Hurricanes have secured their place in the Challenger match by defeating STA by a narrow margin of 3 runs in the knockout match. They are now keen to carry forward their winning momentum and secure their spot in the final.

Recent Performance:

SIX vs HUR Challenger Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Big Bash League 
• Match: SIX vs HUR Challenger
• Date: 23 Jan. 2026
• Match Start Time: 1:45 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar.

SIX vs HUR Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

SIX vs HUR Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain partially cloudy during this match with 57% humidity. The temperature will hover around 19.8°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 140 and 160 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.

Sydney Cricket Ground Stats: 

The Sydney Cricket Ground pitch is known for its flat surface, where batters can score plenty of runs in both innings. Bowlers need to be disciplined with their line and length. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.    

SIX vs HUR Probable Playing 11

Sydney Sixers (SIX) Probable 11:

Babar Azam, Steven Smith, Josh Philippe (WK), Moises Henriques, Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Ben Manenti

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Probable 11:

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

SIX vs HUR- Top Picks from SIX

SIX vs HUR- Top Picks from HUR

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Jack Edwards (SIX) has bowled impressively for SIX in this tournament. In the ten matches, he has already picked up 17 wickets.
• Steven Smith (SIX) joined his team a little late in this tournament, but he has already scored a century and could be a real game-changer.
• Nikhil Chaudhary (HUR) could be the best batter in the next match. He has scored 303 so far with a strike rate of 155.38.
• Beau Webster (HUR) steadied the innings in the middle order, scoring 47 runs off 26 balls in the last outing.

SIX vs HUR Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

SIX vs HUR Fantasy Team Suggestion: 

SIX vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

SIX vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

HUR is the slight favourite to win this match. They have dominated in terms of sixes in the last 10 head-to-head matches. Additionally, Webster's addition to the team has made the team even stronger.

SIX vs HUR Challenger FAQ

Who is likely to win the SIX vs HUR match today?

Hobart Hurricanes (SIX) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Hobart Hurricanes

Who are the top fantasy picks for the SIX vs HUR Dream11 team?

Jack Edwards, Josh Philippe, Steven Smith, Nikhil Chaudhary, Beau Webster and Rishad Hossain

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 140 and 160 runs.