Get the best HUR vs STR match 28 preview, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and data for the 28th encounter of BBL 2026. Expert examination and more with Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers.
HUR vs STR Match 28 Prediction
Hobart Hurricanes host Adelaide Strikers in Match 28 of BBL 2026 at Bellerive Oval today. The game happens on January 9 between the table-toppers and mid-table fighters in this clash. Hurricanes sit first with 10 points from seven games while Strikers hold fifth spot currently.
Hurricanes won five of their seven BBL 2026 matches with a positive net run rate. They just beat the Sydney Thunder in their last game which boosted confidence hugely. Strikers grabbed three wins from six games and want momentum in this HUR vs STR battle.
Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Bellerive Oval’s pitch hasn’t been easy for batters during powerplay overs in BBL 2026 matches. However, batting gets better outside powerplay because of the surface’s true bounce characteristics here. Pacers dominate with the new ball early but batters settle down after six overs pass.
This pitch report suggests waiting out the powerplay before attacking bowlers works best for batters. Sky stays clear at 26-30°C with 73% humidity making conditions slightly sticky today. No rain expected, so the full game happens without interruptions at Hobart tonight.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 22
Hobart Hurricanes: 16
Adelaide Strikers: 5
NR: 1
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Playing XI
Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward, Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade, Rehan Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Will Prestwidge, Nathan Ellis(c), Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith
Adelaide Strikers (STR) Playing XI
Matthew Short(c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey, Jason Sangha, Liam Scott, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Jerrssis Wadia, Luke Wood, Hasan Ali, Lloyd Pope
HUR vs STR Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Ben McDermott
Batsmen: Chris Lynn, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jason Sangha
All-rounders: Mitchell Owen (vc), Matthew Short (c), Rehan Ahmed, Chris Jordan
Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, Rishad Hossain, Luke Wood
Captain Choices for the Dream11
- Matthew Short makes a brilliant captain choices for your Dream11 team today
- Mitchell Owen can score big points as a captain or vice-captain pick
Hobart Hurricanes vs Adelaide Strikers Preview: Players to Avoid
- Alex Ross probably won’t feature in today’s Playing XI lineup
- Henry Thornton might not get selected for this Playing XI either
This HUR vs STR Prediction report suggests exciting content for the BBL 2026 season. Today’s toss and pitch win will favors the chasing side. Captain choices should be from in-form players. Win probability suggests STR have 53% chances to win and 47% for HUR.
