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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BBL 2025-26, Knockout, HUR vs STA: Live Streaming Details

BBL 2025-26, Knockout, HUR vs STA: Probable Playing XI

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.

Fresh from his Ashes 2025/26 series victory, Beau Webster turns up for the Hobart Hurricanes against the Brisbane Heat at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart. In the chase of 161 runs, the home side’s opening batter, Tim Ward, went back to the dressing room in the opening over before Webster showed his muscle against Xavier Bartlett on the second ball of the second over of the chase.

During the BBL 2025/26game, Webster came down the track and made room outside the before pulling the back of the length delivery over the wide long on as it sailed over the roof for a massive 105m massive six, which forced the umpire to bring a replacement delivery. Two months later, the right-handed batter flicked away the low full-toss into the deep square leg region for a boundary.

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He celebrated a decent score of 51 runs in 43 balls with the help of five boundaries and one six at a strike rate of 118.6. That was an important shot from the Tasmania batter to break the shackles as the pressure started to mount over the Hurricanes, with the runs not coming.

Beau Webster nails 105-meter six on roof in BBL 2025/26

In the first innings of the clash, Brisbane Heat made their way to 160 for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 20 overs, with the number three batter, Nathan McSweeney, being the leading run-getter individually with 49 runs in 32 deliveries at a strike rate of more than 150, thanks to his seven boundaries.

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ON THE ROOF! Beau Webster launches a 105-metre six 🚀 #BBL15 pic.twitter.com/JJ5ckzbsrm

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 14, 2026

Riley Meredith finished with three wickets while captain Nathan Ellis and Rishad Hossain picked up two wickets apiece. It was expected to be a tough chase for the Hurricanes with the surface getting tough in the second innings.

Apart from Webster's 50, Ben McDermott got 59 runs in 36 deliveries at a rate of 163.89, thanks to his three boundaries and as many over boundaries. However, their middle order could not contribute at all, which saw the Brisbane Heat earn a victory by three runs to make their way to the fourth position of the points table.

Brief Scores: Brisbane Heat 160/8 (Nathan McSweeney 49, Matt Renshaw 37, Riley Meredith 3/40) beat Hobart Hurricanes 157/8 (Ben McDermott 59, Xavier Bartlett 3/44) by 3 runs.

Hobart Hurricanes will square off against Adelaide Strikers in Match No. 28 of the BBL 2025–26 at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Friday, January 9. With the league stage heating up, this fixture promises to be an exciting contest between two teams aiming to strengthen their position in the standings. The Hurricanes will be confident playing at home, while the Strikers will look to carry forward their recent momentum. Both sides will view this match as an important opportunity to gain valuable points in the race for the playoffs.

The Hobart Hurricanes have enjoyed a brilliant season so far, sitting at the top of the table with 10 points from seven matches, including five victories and a healthy net run rate of 0.187. They head into this clash after beating the Sydney Thunder. On the other hand, Matthew Short’s Adelaide Strikers have had a more balanced campaign, winning three of six games to sit fifth with a positive NRR of 0.016. They also come into the game following a win.

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BBL 2025-26, Match 28, HUR vs STR: Live Streaming Details

BBL 2025-26, Match 28, HUR vs STR: Probable Playing XIs

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR):

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

Adelaide Strikers (STR):

Matthew Short(c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey(w), Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Lloyd Pope

A rare moment in the Big Bash League (BBL). Two players went for a catch, but nobody called for it. Ultimately, a chance for an easy catch was wasted. From the reaction, it was clear that at that moment, both of the fielders were left clueless. 

The incident was from the BBL 2025-26 match number 3 when the Hobart Hurricanes were up against the Sydney Thunders. The match ended through a close competition, as both of the teams had equal chances to go ahead of the opposition team. It is now very tough to say, almost impossible, what could happen if the catch was not dropped. 

Sydney was the batting second side in the match. They went to bat to chase a target of 181 runs. They eventually got the desired result, a win. During the early stage of the second innings, the openers, Mitchell Owen and Nikhil Chaudhary, were fresh on the track. If the fielders of the Hobart were somehow able to grab the catch, then the picture of the second innings could be different. It was Mitchell Owen who sent the ball high into the sky. 

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Watch the moment when two miscommunication caused a drop catch in BBL 2025-26

Wait for it... 🫣 #BBL15 pic.twitter.com/QqMktlyf0d

— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) December 16, 2025

In the second innings, when Hobart was on 16 and Owen was batting on 15 off 4, the funny mistake by the fielding side happened. Against Daniel Sams, a pacer from Milperra, Australia, might be confident enough to get the important wicket. The ball was flying on the leg side of the batter; two fielders made a good amount of ground to take the catch. But during the decisive moment, due to lack of communication, none of the fielders took the final steps to take the catch. The ball fell in between the two fielders.

The official social media account of the Big Bash League has shared the moment. The video also captured the reaction of the bowler. The comment section of the post is also funny. Netizens compared the drop catch moment with the Pakistan cricket team's bloopers while fielding. 

The  Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025  continues with the 10th match between Hobart Hurricanes Women and Brisbane Heat Women at Drummoyne Oval in Sydney on Saturday, November 15. This will be an important match for both teams as they go ahead into the next phase of the league.

The Hobart Hurricanes Women have made a fantastic start to their season. The team has won both matches that it has played so far and is occupying the top spot in the points table. Strong performances from the key players of the Hurricanes will see them continue to perform well and solidify their position even further.

However, the Brisbane Heat Women are finding it quite difficult at the moment. They lie at the bottom of the points table and have not secured a single point as yet in this season. The team will be desperate to get out of the losing habit and get their first win of the tournament. A win here would give them immense confidence and help them get on track in this campaign.

HH-W vs BH-W: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 23
  
• Hobart Hurricanes Women Won: 8
  
• Brisbane Heat Women Won: 14
  
• Tied: 1

HH-W vs BH-W: Pitch Report

Drummoyne Oval has always been a tough pitch to bat on, especially when the match begins. The surface actually helps the bowlers, and therefore, it is quite hard to score runs freely at the beginning of the match. Because of that fact, in a majority of cases, teams try to bowl first after winning the toss. The boundaries are pretty moderate in size, and batting tends to be easier during the second innings of the match when the pitch settles down.

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HH-W vs BH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W):
Lizelle Lee (WK), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Elyse Villani (C), Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith, Callie Wilson.

Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W):
Charli Knott, Grace Harris, Jemimah Rodrigues, Jess Jonassen (C), Chinelle Henry, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne (WK), Nadine de Klerk, Annie O’Neil, Nicola Hancock, Lucy Hamilton.

The Hobart Hurricanes have confirmed their full squad for the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 season, with Scotland all-rounder Kathryn Bryce returning to the team. The franchise announced her re-signing on social media, completing what looks like a strong and balanced lineup. Bryce, who made her WBBL debut last season as an ICC Associate Rookie, impressed everyone with her consistent performances with both bat and ball.

Her return is considered a smart move by the Hurricanes, who are looking to strengthen their all-round options ahead of a very important season. The team management has focused on maintaining a mix of experienced players and young talent to give the side depth in every department. Bryce’s all-round skills will give the Hurricanes more balance and flexibility as they aim for success in WBBL 11.

The Hurricanes squad includes many senior players such as captain Elyse Villani, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, and Molly Strano. All four bring experience, leadership, and stability to the team. Villani and Carey will once again lead the batting group, while Graham’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes her one of the key players in the side.

Strong Core and Balanced Team

The Hurricanes have also kept their international stars, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Lizelle Lee, and Nat Sciver-Brunt. These world-class players bring with them the ability to change matches and strengthen both the batting and bowling departments. Furthermore, youngsters Rachel Trenaman, Ruth Johnston, and Isabella Malgioglio are expected to play larger roles this season.

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The spin department looks solid with Amy Smith, Lauren Smith, and Linsey Smith for variety, complemented by the pace of Callie Wilson to give a well-rounded bowling attack. Head coach Jude Coleman should be pleased with the overall balance of the squad. With experience, youth, and all-round strength well represented, the Hurricanes are backing themselves to improve on previous performances and make a strong claim on the WBBL 2025 title.

Hobart Hurricanes Women Squad for WBBL 11: Rachel Trenaman, Elyse Villani, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Lizelle Lee, Kathryn Bryce, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Ruth Johnston, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Isabella Malgioglio, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Amy Smith, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith, Molly Strano, Callie Wilson.

In Match 3 of the 2025 Global Super League (GSL), Dubai Capitals played Hobart Hurricanes at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. After winning the toss, the Hobart Hurricanes decided to bowl first, a decision that paid off with their disciplined bowling and clinical run chase. Hobart Hurricanes chased down a modest total with ease, winning by 7 wickets and with three overs still remaining.

Dubai Capitals Innings

Batting first, Dubai Capitals scored 141/8 in 20 overs, with captain Gulbadin Naib leading from the front. He scores 31 off 27 balls and was the guiding force of the innings in the top order. He was well supported by Sediqullah Atal, who provided quick acceleration with a 25 off just 11 balls. Jesse Bootan chipped in with 18 from 18 deliveries, but a regular fall of wickets meant the Capitals could never truly break free.

Hobart's bowling lineup was led by Mohammad Nabi, who collected excellent figures of 3/21 in 4 overs, holding the middle order firm. He was ably supported by Fabian Allen, who equaled Nabi with another 3/21 in his spell. Odean Smith bowled frugally too, ending up with 1/7 from 2 overs.

Hobart Hurricanes Innings

In reply, the Hurricanes chased down the target with ease, reaching 142/3 in 17 overs. Macalister Wright anchored the innings with a solid 50 off 47 balls, pacing the chase smartly. Ben McDermott, with an aggressive 48 off 24 deliveries, turned the game in Hobart’s favor rapidly during the middle overs. Jake Doran remained unbeaten on 23 to steer the team home.

Dubai Capitals tried to make inroads through their spinners, with Aryaman Varma (1/17), Rohan Mustafa (1/18), and Qais Ahmad (1/22) picking up a wicket each, but the total was never enough to seriously challenge the Hurricanes.

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Dubai Capitals vs Hobart Hurricanes: Match Scorecard

Dubai Capitals – 141/8 (20 Overs)

Hobart Hurricanes – 142/3 (17 Overs)

In a major boost for the reigning Big Bash League champions, the Hobart Hurricanes have confirmed the re-signing of explosive middle-order batter Tim David on a two-year contract, locking him in until the end of BBL 16.

David, who was a driving force behind Hobart’s title-winning campaign in BBL 14, knocked back interest from rival BBL clubs including both Melbourne franchises to remain part of the ‘Cane Train’. His match-winning abilities with the bat, especially during the tense back end of games, made him one of the most sought-after players on the market. “I’m super excited to re-sign with the Hurricanes for another two seasons,” David said. “Last year was special, and I can't wait to do it all again next summer.”

BBL 14: David at His Best

The 28-year-old produced his best Big Bash season to date in BBL 14, scoring 254 runs at an average of 42.33 and an astonishing strike rate of 177.62. Nicknamed the "Surge Goliath" by fans and commentators, David smashed 114 runs in the two-over Power Surge period alone, striking a jaw-dropping 285.

His heroics were crucial in clutch wins against the Adelaide Strikers, Sydney Thunder, and Melbourne Renegades three consecutive victories that ultimately helped the Hurricanes reach the finals and claim their first BBL title.

Since joining the Hurricanes from the Perth Scorchers in BBL 10, David has amassed 1,217 runs at a strike rate of 159.92, including four fifties. Known for his clean power hitting and athleticism in the outfield, he has become a central figure in the Hurricanes’ rise to championship status.

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Leadership and Loyalty

Cricket Tasmania General Manager of High Performance, Salliann Beams, praised David’s impact on and off the field. “Tim has been instrumental in shaping what we’re building here in Hobart. His leadership last season played a massive role in helping the team win our first championship,” Beams said. “He’s a game-changer, and we’re lucky to have him on our side.”

David’s decision to stay comes after months of speculation and reported offers from multiple clubs. Despite being uncontracted during the post-season Player Movement Window, the Hurricanes’ continued faith and vision have won out.

Hurricanes Squad Taking Shape for BBL 15

With David’s re-signing, 15 of the 18 available squad spots are now filled for BBL 15. The Hurricanes also added key names in Jake Weatherald (Adelaide Strikers) and Beau Webster (Melbourne Stars), while Caleb Jewell has departed for the Renegades.

Current Contracted Players for BBL 15:

Batters & All-rounders: Tim David, Ben McDermott, Mitch Owen, Matt Wade, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster, Mac Wright, Nikhil Chaudhary

Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Iain Carlisle

Overseas Players: Rehan Ahmed (England), Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh), Chris Jordan (England)

Uncontracted Players: Marcus Bean, Paddy Dooley, Jake Doran, Cameron Gannon, Peter Hatzoglou, Shai Hope, Waqar Salamkheil, Charlie Wakim, Tim Ward

The Hurricanes are set to begin their BBL 15 campaign on December 16, with a grand final rematch against the Sydney Thunder at Ninja Stadium. They’ll aim to become the first franchise to win back-to-back titles since the Perth Scorchers’ run in BBL 11 and BBL 12. Details on memberships, tickets, and match schedules will be released soon. Fans can sign up for pre-sale access at bigbash.com.au.

The overseas player draft for the 2025-26 seasons of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) and Big Bash League (BBL) will be held on Thursday, June 19, ushering in a fresh season of top-class cricket in Australia. The WBBL draft starts at 4 PM AEST and is followed without a gap by the BBL draft. These drafts enable every one of the eight clubs in each of the competitions to choose from a large number of international players to complete their rosters.

How the Draft Operates

The draft is a formal four-round format.

• Round 1: Platinum players only
• Round 2: Platinum and Gold
• Round 3: Gold and Silver (in reverse order)
• Round 4: Silver and Bronze

Every team needs to pick at least two overseas players except for their pre-signed players. Clubs can miss only one round. Every team has already pre-signed one overseas player prior to the draft, and players have to be assigned to a round according to how much they are earning on their contracts. Clubs can also pick a fourth overseas player as a substitute.

Draft Order

Draft order was determined through a weighted lottery based on the standings of the prior season.

• WBBL Round 1 Order: 1. Sydney Sixers, 2. Adelaide Strikers, 3. Melbourne Stars, 4. Perth Scorchers, 5. Hobart Hurricanes, 6. Sydney Thunder, 7. Melbourne Renegades, 8. Brisbane Heat.
• BBL Round 1 Order: 1. Brisbane Heat, 2. Adelaide Strikers, 3. Melbourne Renegades, 4. Perth Scorchers, 5. Hobart Hurricanes, 6. Sydney Sixers, 7. Melbourne Stars, 8. Sydney Thunder.

There was a trade in the BBL draft, with the Thunder and Scorchers exchanging picks in the second and third rounds.

Pre-signed Players (Prior to Draft)

• Adelaide Strikers: Laura Wolvaardt, Jamie Overton
• Brisbane Heat: Nadine de Klerk, Colin Munro
• Hobart Hurricanes: TBC, Chris Jordan
• Melbourne Renegades: Hayley Matthews, Tim Seifert
• Melbourne Stars: Marizanne Kapp, Tom Curran
• Perth Scorchers: Sophie Devine, Finn Allen
• Sydney Sixers: Amelia Kerr, Babar Azam
• Sydney Thunder: Chamari Athapaththu, Sam Billings

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Notable Overseas Nominees

More than 600 overseas players have thrown their names into the pool for the upcoming WBBL and BBL drafts, which promises to be a great mix of talent from around the globe. The BBL has some exciting names included in the nominations, including Pakistani superstars Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf, and Mohammad Rizwan. England's T20 hitters include Jofra Archer, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, and Alex Hales. All of these big names are among the nominations for the BBL, along with New Zealand's Lockie Ferguson, Tim Southee, and Kane Williamson, who has declared himself available for three matches. Bangladesh's Mustafizur Rahman and West Indies speed demon Shamar Joseph round out the marquee BBL names.

For the WBBL, we have some Indian stars with award-winning resumes. Jemimah Rodrigues, Shikha Pandey, and Yastika Bhatia have all made nominations to the process. West Indies' Deandra Dottin and Pakistan's Fatima Sana also add some firepower to the draft. England has featured great players like Sophie Ecclestone, Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt, and Alice Capsey, while South Africa's Shabnim Ismail and Chloe Tryon help improve the quality of nominations.

Player Salaries

WBBL:

• Platinum: $110,000
• Gold: $90,000
• Silver: $65,000
• Bronze: up to $40,000

BBL:

• Platinum: $360,000-$420,000
• Gold: $300,000
• Silver: $200,000
• Bronze: up to $100,000

Retention and Replacement Rules

Each club can have a single retention pick, typically for players who played or signed for the team the season before. Replacement players will need to be selected from the draft pool unless sanctioned under exceptional circumstances.

Season Timeline and Scheduling Conflicts

• WBBL: Late October to early December
• BBL: Mid-December to late January

The BBL would face schedule conflicts with other competing leagues such as ILT20 (Dec 2 - Jan 4) and SA20 (Dec 26 - Jan 26). Yet, Cricket Australia still has hope that international stars could be free for the second part of the season and playoffs.

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Although there were initial worries about the clash of T20 leagues causing overseas players to miss the BBL, Dobson was feeling positive about this season having better outcomes than in earlier years. He highlighted the fact that instead of a mass exodus at the later stages of the BBL, it's possible that some of the players playing in the ILT20 would be available for the back end of the tournament and finals. He added that this coincided with Australia’s Test stars’ availability, as no international matches are scheduled in January after the Ashes series.

"I think so," Dobson told ESPNcricinfo. "We probably pay more attention to our teams and players and who wants to come and play in the Big Bash. And we're hearing from players that they still love coming to the BBL. It's a bucket list for many of them. We're always looking at windows and player availability, but ultimately, I think our job is to make sure our comp is as appealing as it can be."

The 2025 drafts promise high drama and strategic decisions as clubs shape their overseas core. With global superstars up for grabs and new scheduling dynamics in play, this draft season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet.

Hobart Hurricanes BBL Title Match Was The Long Wait

Away at the BBL it is certainly been a long time coming for Hobart Hurricanes (finally) finally bringing back maiden trophy. In a nail-biting final at Bellerive Oval, the Hurricanes crushed the Sydney Thunder to great effect and made history in BBL

Fulfilled a Decade-Long Hanger-Neck
Years and years for Hurricanes fans this particular moment has been so long in coming. The club were just two years away from winning runners-up spot more than once (2012-13, ’17-18) and so hungry or thirsty if you will for this. This time though, there was none of the agony with just elation as they absolutely demolished the final to take their first championship. 

Sydney Thunder Fall Short in Fight

In the 20 overs, Thunder compiled a decent score of 182/7 and Jason Sangha (67) & David Warner(48) added the runs. But the Hurricanes attacking strokeplay torpedoed any hardwork they did, with Owen getting the final over all to himself in what turned into a one-sided final.

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Breaking the Curse

And especially for the Hurricanes, who were one champion away in the 2013-14 and 2017-18 BBL seasons. The franchise obviously had been cast for more years than not in that league "the nearly team", but this win is a dismissal of all misgivings and they are now true champions.

Hobart Hurricanes have won their maiden BBL title. 🏆pic.twitter.com/maUHlCt2YG

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 27, 202