Aus-T20 League 2024/25

Match 5: REN vs HUR 

Preview 

The excitement of the Aus-T20 League 2024-25 season continues as the Melbourne Renegades (REN) face off against the Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) on Thursday, December 19. This highly anticipated match will occur at GMHBA Stadium in South Geelong, where both teams are eager to make a statement.

REN is determined to regain momentum in front of their home crowd after a disappointing loss to the Sydney Sixers (SIX) in their opening match. Their batting lineup showed promise, with Tim Seifert leading the charge, scoring a solid 55 runs. However, the bowling unit struggled, and experienced bowlers like Kane Richardson and Adam Zampa must elevate their performance to secure a win.

On the other hand, HUR is set to make its season debut. Under the leadership of captain Nathan Ellis, it aims to start its campaign on a high note. With a balanced team featuring key players like Ben McDermott and Riley Meredith, the Hurricanes are poised to present a formidable challenge to the Renegades.

As both teams gear up for this clash, fans can expect an exhilarating match filled with excitement and competitive spirit.

Match Details

Match: REN vs HUR, 5th Match, Aus-T20 League 2024-25

Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Time: 1:45 PM

Venue: Simonds Stadium, Geelong

Pitch and Weather Report

The surface usually begins firm, offering a good pace and bounce that benefits stroke-making in the early overs. Batters who establish themselves can increase their scoring rate, particularly with shorter square boundaries favouring power hitting. However, as the match continues, scoring may become more challenging due to the pitch slowing down a bit.

The weather forecast predicts clear skies and a pleasant temperature, with no chance of rain, creating perfect conditions for an uninterrupted evening of cricket.

REN vs HUR Squads

HUR: Matthew Wade(w), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Nathan Ellis(c), Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean

 REN: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert(w), Mackenzie Harvey, Laurie Evans, Will Sutherland(c), Fergus O Neill, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Gurinder Sandhu, Jacob Bethell, Jonathan Wells, Callum Stow

REN vs HUR Probable Playing XIs

REN: Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert (wk), Jacob Bethell, Laurie Evans, Will Sutherland ©, Hassan Khan, Fergus O Neill, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Tom Rogers

HUR: Matthew Wade (wk), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Peter Hatzoglou, Nathan Ellis ©, Riley Meredith

Match Prediction

We are backing HUR to win this encounter.

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