HH vs ST Match Prediction : 3rd Match, Big Bash League, 2025-2026

With a strong home record and the title to the franchise’s name last season, it would be easy to justify why the Hobart Hurricanes should win this match. The Thunder has its stars, but they will be playing with their backs against the wall.

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Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder Head-to-Head Record

The Hobart Hurricanes have been untouchable in this matchup. The side is unbeaten against the Thunder in the past five matches. The Hurricanes have won four and one match was abandoned.

Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder Live-streaming and Broadcast

In Australia, the Big Bash League is broadcast on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, with live streaming options available through Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go, and 7plus.​

For viewers in the Indian subcontinent, coverage in India is available on the Star Sports Network and streamed via Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in Pakistan can watch the matches on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while those in Bangladesh can also tune in via the Star Sports Network feeds.​

In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Cricket holds the exclusive broadcast rights, allowing fans to stream the action live on Sky Go and NOW.

You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.

HH vs ST Team Previews

Hobart Hurricanes

Don't look past the Hobart Hurricanes this season. This BBL roster is built for a deep run and offers fantastic betting value. The batting lineup is arguably the most explosive in the competition.

You get the proven BBL-blaster Ben McDermott, with three BBL centuries, alongside the class and aggression of Matthew Wade. The finishing power of Tim David, with a career BBL strike rate of almost 160, will be unleashed in the middle.

The depth is what makes them a smart bet. Nikhil Chaudhary was a breakout star last season and will be more mature for the experience. Beau Webster consistently delivers with bat and ball.

Their pace attack is lethal and designed for big moments. Nathan Ellis is one of the world's best death bowlers with plenty of tricks up his sleeve. He took two three-wicket hauls in the T20I series against India. Riley Meredith and Billy Stanlake provide terrifying pace.

Meredith has over 100 BBL wickets. English veteran Chris Jordan brings international quality and calmness under pressure. This team has all the pieces of the puzzle to make them genuine contenders in this competition.

Hobart Hurricanes Expected Playing 11

Mitchell Owen, Sahibzada Farhan, Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade (wk), Tim David, Beau Webster, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis (c), Billy Stanlake, Riley Meredith

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Sydney Thunder

The Sydney Thunder is built on fading names and inconsistency. While captain David Warner provides star power, his patchy form is of major concern. The Australian legend only scored 50 runs in his last five T20 innings. Expecting him to instantly dominate is high-risk.

The top order is problematic. Cameron Bancroft remains a liability with a career strike rate barely above 120. He will put immense pressure on the hitters below him. The middle order of Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings and Oliver Davies, is brittle at times. Gilkes and Davies shouldn’t be entrusted to bail the team out with their BBL averages of 19.54 and 20.34, respectively.

The attack looks just as fragile. Daniel Sams can be a major liability with the ball if he struggles to hit his lines and lengths. Tanveer Sangha faces immense pressure to replicate his breakout form from seasons ago. He was steady without being anything outstanding last season after he took seven wickets in six games.

The supporting pace attack lacks genuine, consistent firepower. This team simply has too many holes to be considered a serious threat to the Hurricanes.

Sydney Thunder Expected Playing 11

Cameron Bancroft, David Warner (c), Matthew Gilkes, Sam Billings (wk), Oliver Davies, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Shadab Khan, Nathan McAndrew, Wes Agar, Tanveer Sangha

HH vs ST Toss Prediction

It would come as no surprise to see the captain winning the toss choosing to bowl first. History in the past four results between the teams suggests that bowling first is the better choice.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Bellerive Oval pitch strikes a balance between bat and ball. Early on, new-ball pacers benefit from seam and swing, making the powerplay an important period to claim wickets. The batters will gain confidence later due to the reliable pace and bounce and short square boundaries. The Hobart Hurricanes’ average score at this ground in its last ten games against all opposition is 165 runs.

The weather expectations will be for warm and humid weather. With only a ten percent chance of rain, interruptions to the game will not be that likely.

HH vs ST: Who Will Win?

The Hobart Hurricanes will be confident of defeating the Thunder again. The team dominated the 2024/25 season with explosive batters like Mitchell Owen and Tim David. Many of their power-hitters remain in the squad for this season and can do just as much damage this season too.

The Hurricanes will be favourites because of a strong historical advantage over the Thunder, including a clean sweep of all matches against the Thunder last season.

Bet on Hobart Hurricanes to win.