HUR vs THU Prediction, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update – BBL 2020-21, Match 31

Match Details:

The 31st match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 will be played between the Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder at the Perth Stadium, Perth.

This match is scheduled to start at 12:40 PM IST (07:10 AM GMT) (03:10 PM Local Time). It will be live on Sony Ten Network and can be streamed live on Sony LIV.

Preview:

The latter half of the BBL 2020-21 has started and the Hobart Hurricanes will take on the Sydney Thunder in Match no. 31 at the Perth Stadium. The two teams have had a fantastic season so far with five wins to their name. Having suffered a loss in their previous encounters, they will be looking to get back on winning track as the league stage nears its end.

Sydney Thunder are placed second on the table with 19 points from seven games while Hobart Hurricanes are right behind them at the third spot with 18 points from eight games. They will clash for the first time this season but the Thunder has the upper hand over their rivals in the past few years.

HUR vs THU Weather Report for Match 31:

The weather will be mostly sunny in Perth with absolutely no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 36 degrees Celsius.

Pitch Report:

It is a decent track to bat on. Although some might disagree considering the second innings of the last two games that were played here that was more of poor batting. The pitch is good and the ball comes onto the bat nicely.

Average first Innings Score:

185 (Two BBL 2020-21 matches played at this venue)

Record of Chasing Teams:

Won – 0, Lost – 2, Tie – 0

Injury and Availability News:

Daniel Sams has been ruled out for this match due to a concussion he suffered in the match against Brisbane Heat.

HUR vs THU Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Hobart Hurricanes:

D Arcy Short, Ben McDermott (wk), Dawid Malan, Peter Handscomb (c), Colin Ingram, Tim David, Johan Botha, Nathan Ellis, Scott Boland, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane

Bench:

Macalister Wright, Nick Winter, Wil Parker, David Moody, Mitchell Owen

Sydney Thunder:

Usman Khawaja, Alex Hales, Callum Ferguson (c), Sam Billings (wk), Oliver Davies, Ben Cutting, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Adam Milne, Tanveer Sangha, Chris Tremain

Bench:

Alex Ross, Brendan Doggett, Matthew Gilkes, Baxter Holt, Arjun Nair, Jason Sangha, Jonathan Cook

HUR vs THU Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:

Ben McDermott is the leading run-scorer in this edition’s BBL so far. He has 277 runs to his name from 6 innings.

Dawid Malan, the No 1 T20I batsman, has only played 4 innings but has already scored 155 runs at an average of 38.75 and a strike rate of 123.01.

Alex Hales, the England opener, has been in great form and has mustered 243 runs at an impressive strike rate of 176.08.

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Tanveer Sangha, the youngster has impressed everyone with his consistent performances with the ball. He has picked up 13 wickets from 7 matches at an economy of 7.22 runs per over.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Alex Hales, Ben McDermott

Vice-Captain Options – Dawid Malan, D Arcy Short

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for HUR vs THU Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Ben McDermott (C)

Batsmen – Dawid Malan, Alex Hales, Callum Ferguson

All-rounders – Ben Cutting, D Arcy Short (VC)

Bowlers – Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Tanveer Sangha, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for HUR vs THU Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Ben McDermott

Batsmen – Dawid Malan (VC), Alex Hales (C), Colin Ingram, Usman Khwaja

All-rounders – D Arcy Short

Bowlers – Nathan Ellis, Tanveer Sangha, Chris Green, Scott Boland, Sandeep Lamichhane

Expert Advice:

Tanveer Sangha has been very impressive with his leg-spin and has been performing consistently. He is a must pick.

Today’s HUR vs THU Probable Winners:

Sydney Thunder are expected to win this match.

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