Big Bash League 2021-22: Match 8, Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Preview

Hobart Hurricanes will fight for redemption as they take on defending champions Sydney Sixers in match 8 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2021-22. The encounter takes place at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday (December 11). The two sides battled it out a couple of days ago and the Sixers walked away with a 14-run win in a low-scoring encounter.

The Hurricanes would have been gutted, having not to being able to chase down 145 at the Aurora Stadium in Launceston. However, they now have a chance to settle the scores. Meanwhile, Sixers have made a stellar start to their campaign with two emphatic wins. On the other hand, Matthew Wade-led side started their journey with a loss. Hence, the three-time champions would definitely step into the game as favourites.

Match Details

Match – Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes – Match 8

Venue – Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

Time – 01:05 PM IST, 07:35 AM GMT

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report 

The last game at the Sydney Cricket Ground saw the runs flowing for fun. It was the season opener of BBL 2021-22 and the Sixers slammed 213/4 while batting first. Hence, one can expect another high-scoring game at this iconic venue.

Average score: 160 (10 T20Is at Sydney Cricket Ground)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 4, Lost – 5, N/R – 1

Probable XIs

Sydney Sixers

Predicted XI: 

Josh Philippe (wk), James Vince, Moises Henriques (c), Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Daniel Christian, Tom Curran, Hayden Kerr, Chris Jordan, Ben Manenti, Steve OKeefe

Hobart Hurricanes

Predicted XI: 

Matthew Wade (c & wk), D Arcy Short, Caleb Jewell, Peter Handscomb, Jordan Cox, Tim David, Tom Lammonby, Nathan Ellis, Joel Paris, Thomas Rogers, Sandeep Lamichhane

Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes Head-to-Head

Matches- 15, Sydney Sixers – 6, Hobart Hurricanes – 8, N/R- 1

Probable top performers

Moises Henriques – Sydney Sixers  

The Sydney Sixers skipper has led his side from the front and played match-winning knocks in his first two outings this season. While Henriques slammed 76 runs against Melbourne stars, he scored 73 against Hurricanes. Hence, there’s no reason why the dasher can’t replicate his heroics.

Tom Curran – Sydney Sixers  

As far as the bowling department is concerned, Tom Curran is likely to top the charts. The right-arm pacer was impressive in his side’s previous two outings. He, in fact, took a match-winning three-wicket haul against Hurricanes in the previous game. Notably, Curran bowls a lot in death overs and the same gives him more chances of getting wickets.

Today’s match prediction: Sydney Thunders to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.