HUR vs STA Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Knockout, Big Bash League 2025-26

Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for the Knockout of the Big Bash League 2025-26 between HUR vs STA to be played in Hobart.

The five-time champions, Perth Scorchers, have made it to the final of the Big Bash League (BBL 15). They beat the Sydney Sixers in the qualifier game and secured a place. The second finalist will be determined after the next two games.

Firstly, the Knockout game will be played between the Melbourne Stars and the defending champions, Hobart Hurricanes. This contest will begin at 2 PM IST on January 21 at Bellerive Oval in Hobart. These teams can afford to make a mistake because it can cost them a place in the final.

For the Hurricanes, captain Nathan Ellis has been ruled out, and Ben McDermott is all set to lead them. Both teams are coming off a defeat in their previous game and need an improved performance to qualify for the next round.

HUR vs STA: Match Details

• Match: Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) vs Melbourne Stars (STA), Match Knockout, Big Bash League 2025-26
• Match Date: January 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
• Time: 02:00 P.M. (Indian Standard Time) / 8:30 AM GMT / 07:30 PM LOCAL
• Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart

HUR vs STA: Head-to-Head: HUR (08) – STA (15)

These two sides have faced each other 23 times in the BBL. Melbourne Stars have won 15 games, including one this season, and Hobart Hurricanes have managed to win 8 games.

HUR vs STA: Weather Report

The weather for Wednesday evening in Hobart predicts a 55 percent chance of rain during the game time. The temperature will drop to 15°C, and the estimated humidity is likely to be 80-85 percent.

HUR vs STA: Pitch Report

The wicket in Hobart is good for bowling, as this wicket has produced good bounce and swing early on. The overhead conditions will add more for the fast bowlers.

The pitch will be under cover, and moisture will bring more movement with the new ball. These conditions will challenge the team batting first. Hence, it will be an edge to win the toss and bowl first.

HUR vs STA: Predicted XIs:

Hobart Hurricanes: Ben McDermott (c), Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward, Beau Webster, Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade (wk), Chris Jordan, Rehan Ahmed, Billy Stanlake, Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith.

Melbourne Stars: Sam Harper (wk), Thomas Fraser Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Joe Clarke, Marcus Stoinis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle.

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 HUR vs STA Dream11:

Wicket-keeper: Sam Harper

Batter: Thomas Fraser Rogers

All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Mitchell Owen, Tom Curran

Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Rille Meredith, Rishad Hossain, Mitchell Swepson

Captain First-Choice: Mitchell Owen || Captain Second-Choice: Rishad Hossain

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Sam Harper || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Haris Rauf

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 HUR vs STA Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Sam Harper, Ben McDermott

Batter: Nikhil Chaudhary

All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Tom Curran

Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Rille Meredith, Rishad Hossain, Peter Siddle

Captain First-Choice: Marcus Stoinis || Captain Second-Choice: Chris Jordan

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Ben McDermott || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Tom Curran

HUR vs STA: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?

The Hurricanes will miss their captain, Nathan Ellis, in their bowling lineup. But their batting is slightly stronger than that of the Stars. If we look at the overall combination, Melbourne Stars look good, and we back them to win this game.

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