Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers: Check Playing 11, pitch report and other details

The Hobart Hurricanes are on the verge of securing a playoff spot as they gear up to take on the Adelaide Strikers in Match 28 of the Big Bash League 2025–26 at the Bellerive Oval. The defending champions have enjoyed a dominant campaign so far, winning five of their seven matches and losing only twice. Their steady run of results has kept them perched at the top of the points table, underlining their strength in both batting and bowling.

With a well-balanced side firing collectively, the Hurricanes have repeatedly delivered in pressure situations and will aim to extend their supremacy on home turf. The Strikers, though, are known for their resilience and will be keen to upset the table-toppers, setting the stage for a high-stakes contest. For Hobart, the task is straightforward—a victory will seal their playoff berth and further cement their status as title favourites. Riding strong momentum, the Hurricanes will be eager to finish the job and head confidently into the knockout phase.

Match squads

Hobart Hurricanes: Rehan Ahmed, Nikhil Chaudhary, Nathan Ellis (c), Rishad Hossain, Chris Jordan, Ben McDermott, Riley Meredith, Mitch Owen, Will Prestwidge, Billy Stanlake, Matthew Wade, Charlie Wakim, Tim Ward, Mac Wright


Adelaide Strikers: Mackenzie Harvey, Chris Lynn, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Lloyd Pope, Alex Ross, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Tabraiz Shamsi, Matt Short (c), Henry Thornton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood

Expected Playing XI – Adelaide Strikers
Matthew Short (C), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey (WK), Alex Ross/Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lloyd Pope

Hobart Hurricanes (HH)
The defending champions have named an unchanged 14-member squad for the clash and are expected to field the same playing XI against the Strikers.

Expected Playing XI – Hobart Hurricanes
Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward, Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade (WK), Will Prestwidge, Rehan Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis (C), Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith

Weather Conditions and Pitch Report

Here’s a look at the pitch and weather conditions for the 28th match of the Big Bash League 2025 between Adelaide Strikers and Hobart Hurricanes at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart:

Pitch Report (Bellerive Oval, Hobart)
The surface at Bellerive Oval is traditionally batting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry. The quick outfield rewards fluent stroke play, while seamers can extract early movement, particularly under lights. Spinners generally find it difficult to get grip but can be effective with variations. Recent BBL matches have seen average first-innings scores in the range of 165–175, and teams often prefer chasing due to the impact of dew later in the evening.

Weather Report (Hobart, January 9, 2026)
Conditions are expected to be ideal for cricket, with evening temperatures hovering around 18–20°C. The weather is forecast to be cool and breezy, typical of a Hobart summer night, with minimal chance of rain and mostly clear skies. Moderate humidity could assist swing bowling slightly, while light southerly winds are unlikely to affect play. Overall, a full match is expected without interruptions.