Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 | 21-Jan-2026 02:00 PM | Bellerive Oval
HBH 114/5 (10)
MLS 81/4 (7)
Hobart Hurricanes won by 3 runs (2nd innings reduced to 7 overs due to rain, DLS target 85)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Cartwright* | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 375 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 225 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rishad Hossain* | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12 |
| Mitchell Owen | 1 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 22 |
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars
Hobart Hurricanes — Innings 1 (114/5 in 10 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Owen st Sam Harper b Maxwell | 7 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 175 | |
| Tim Ward c Thomas Rogers b Haris Rauf | 10 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 100 | |
| Beau Webster c Maxwell b Tom Curran | 47 | 26 | 3 | 3 | 180.77 | |
| Ben McDermott (c) lbw b Stoinis | 12 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 171.43 | |
| Nikhil Chaudhary c Campbell Kellaway b Haris Rauf | 24 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 218.18 | |
| Matthew Wade (wk) not out | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200 | |
| Chris Jordan not out | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | LegByes: 4 | Wides: 5 | Total: 10 | |||||
| Total | 114 | 5 wkts, 10 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Will Prestwidge, Rishad Hossain, Billy Stanlake, Riley Meredith | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Maxwell | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 9 |
| Tom Curran | 2 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 18 |
| Peter Siddle | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Haris Rauf | 2 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 13.5 |
| Mitchell Swepson | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 6 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 6 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Owen & Tim Ward | 8 | 5 |
| Webster & Tim Ward | 30 | 17 |
| Webster & Ben McDermott | 16 | 11 |
| Webster & Nikhil Chaudhary | 37 | 20 |
| Webster & Matthew Wade | 21 | 6 |
| Chris Jordan & Matthew Wade | 2 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitchell Owen | 0.5 | 8 |
| 2 | Tim Ward | 3.4 | 38 |
| 3 | Ben McDermott | 5.3 | 54 |
| 4 | Nikhil Chaudhary | 8.5 | 91 |
| 5 | Beau Webster | 9.5 | 112 |
Melbourne Stars — Innings 2 (81/4 in 7 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Fraser Rogers b Riley Meredith | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Sam Harper (wk) retd out | 10 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 | |
| Joe Clarke c Mitchell Owen b Riley Meredith | 31 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 182.35 | |
| Marcus Stoinis (c) c Riley Meredith b Mitchell Owen | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 180 | |
| Glenn Maxwell not out | 9 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 225 | |
| Hilton Cartwright not out | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 375 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 1 | Wides: 2 | Total: 3 | |||||
| Total | 81 | 4 wkts, 7 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Campbell Kellaway, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikhil Chaudhary | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Riley Meredith | 2 | 0 | 19 | 2 | 9.5 |
| Billy Stanlake | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Rishad Hossain | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12 |
| Mitchell Owen | 1 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 22 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Rogers & Sam Harper | 5 | 7 |
| Joe Clarke & Sam Harper | 36 | 20 |
| Stoinis & Sam Harper | 8 | 4 |
| Stoinis & Maxwell | 17 | 7 |
| Hilton Cartwright & Maxwell | 15 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Fraser Rogers | 1.1 | 5 |
| 2 | Joe Clarke | 4.3 | 41 |
| 3 | Marcus Stoinis | 6.2 | 66 |
Match Info
| Match | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars |
|---|---|
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Time | 21-Jan-2026 02:00 PM |
| Venue | Bellerive Oval Hobart |
| Seating Capacity | 20000 |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar,Star Sports |
Match Preview: Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars (HUR vs STA)
Hobart Hurricanes will face Melbourne Stars in a thrilling match on 21-Jan-2026 in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26. The match will be played at Bellerive Oval at 02:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar,Star Sports.
Bellerive Oval Pitch Report for HUR vs STA Knockout Match
The pitch of Bellerive Oval Hobart Stadium is suitable for batting. The boundary of this stadium is small. And the atmosphere of this stadium is very good. There is also a possibility of fast bowlers and turmoil on the pitch of this stadium. There is grass in the outer area of the pitch. But the outer area is fast. Due to which the ball goes fast towards the boundary.
Bellerive Oval Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Hobart, AU will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 12°C on the match day with 95% humidity and 7.1 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 97% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Hobart Hurricanes is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Melbourne Stars remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26.
The pitch at Bellerive Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Hobart Hurricanes will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Melbourne Stars will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Hobart Hurricanes batting and Melbourne Stars bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Hobart Hurricanes showcase its strengths, or will Melbourne Stars pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar,Star Sports on 21-Jan-2026 to find out the answer!
