Defending Champions Hurricanes takes on Stoinis’ Stars in Knockout
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars BBL Knockout Today Cricket Match Live Score: The BBL 2025-26 Knockout takes center stage as the defending champions, Hobart Hurricanes, host the Melbourne Stars in a high-stakes, ‘win or go home’ clash.
With the winner advancing to Friday’s Challenger match against the Sydney Sixers, the Ninja Stadium (Bellerive Oval) is set for a blockbuster encounter. The Stars are still hunting for their first-ever BBL title, while the Hurricanes are looking to keep their back-to-back championship dreams alive.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars BBL Knockout: Where to Watch Live Streaming
Fans in India can watch the Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars Knockout live on the JioHotstar app and website. The match will also be telecast live on the Star Sports Network.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars BBL Knockout: Squads
Melbourne Stars: Thomas Fraser Rogers, Sam Harper(w), Joe Clarke, Campbell Kellaway, Marcus Stoinis(c), Hilton Cartwright, Glenn Maxwell, Tom Curran, Mitchell Swepson, Haris Rauf, Peter Siddle, Liam Hatcher, Blake Macdonald, Hamish McKenzie
Hobart Hurricanes: Tim Ward, Mitchell Owen, Beau Webster, Ben McDermott(c), Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade(w), Chris Jordan, Jackson Bird, Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Will Prestwidge, Charlie Wakim, Macalister Wright
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars BBL Knockout: Weather and Pitch Report
Wednesday’s forecast indicates shifting conditions as the match progresses. Daytime light rain transitioning to partly cloudy skies at night. A high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. High chance of rain (74%) during the day, with potential for light drizzle during game time (55% chance).
The wicket offers genuine bounce and carry, which will be enhanced by the overcast conditions and evening breeze off the river. Expect significant swing for fast bowlers with the new ball, especially if moisture is trapped under the covers. Despite the help for pacers, it is a high-scoring ground once batters settle. The average first-innings score this season is approximately 182.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Stars BBL Knockout: Who is in the final
After defeating Sydney Sixers in the Qualifier-1, Perth Scorchers booked their seat in the final.