Q1. Where can I watch the STR vs HUR live match?

You can watch the live streaming on the FanCode app and website.

Q2. Who will win today’s STR vs HUR match?

According to our today match prediction, Hobart Hurricanes are the favourites to win this encounter.

Q3. What time will the STR vs HUR match start?

The match begins at 1:45 PM IST

BBL 2025: STR vs HUR Today Match Prediction – 5th Match, Who Will Win Today?

The Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes will face off in the 5th match of BBL 2025, which will be held at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne on Thursday. Hobart, who claimed the title last year, has already won their first game, while the Stars are chasing a strong start to this campaign after their impressive run in the previous edition.

The Hobart Hurricanes began their BBL 15 season with a confident four-wicket victory over Sydney Thunder, completing a run chase of 181 in 19.5 overs. On the other hand, after a good season last year, the Stars have refreshed their list through targeted recruitment as they chase a first BBL title.

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STR vs HUR Match Details

Match: Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes, 5th Match
Date: 18th December 2025
Time: 1.45 PM IST
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground
Live Streaming: FanCode

STR vs HUR Weather Report

Temperature	30°C
Rain Possibility	00%
Average Score	160
Best Suited For	Pacer (60%)

STR vs HUR Pitch Report

We expect to see more challenging batting conditions like in the past. There will be assistance for the bowlers in this game.

Top Batters to Watch – STR vs HUR

Nikhil Chaudhary (HUR): 41 runs in this tournament
Ben McDermott (HUR): 38 runs in this tournament
Mitchell Owen (HUR): 32 runs in this tournament

Top Bowlers to Watch – STR vs HUR

Billy Stanlake (HUR): 3 wickets in this tournament
Chris Jordan (HUR): 2 wickets in this tournament
Nathan Ellis (HUR): 1 wickets in this tournament

STR vs HUR Recent Form

Team	Last 5 Matches
STR	L, W, L, W, W
HUR	W, W, L, L, L

STR vs HUR Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If STR Bat First

Powerplay Score: 40–45
Predicted Total: 140–155
Match Result: HUR to win

Scenario 2: If HUR Bat First

Powerplay Score: 45–50
Predicted Total: 160–165
Match Result: HUR to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team	Players
STR	Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis
HUR	Tim David, Mitchell Owen

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team	Players
STR	Campbell Kellaway, Sam Harper
HUR	Nikhil Chaudhary, Rehan Ahmed

STR vs HUR Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars

Joe Clarke (wk), Campbell Kellaway, Sam Harper, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Liam Hatcher, Haris Rauf, Mitch Swepson, Peter Siddle

Hobart Hurricanes

Mitchell Owen, Nikhil Chaudhary, Rehan Ahmed, Ben McDermott, Tim David, Matthew Wade(w), Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis(c), Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake

STR vs HUR Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior bowling strength, Hobart Hurricanes are favourites to win this BBL match. Mitchell Owen, Nikhil Chaudhary and Nathan Ellis are expected to be the key performers.