BBL 2024-25: Predicting Melbourne Stars’ playing XI for their clash against Hobart Hurricanes

The final league match of Big Bash League 2024 will witness Hobart Hurricanes take on Melbourne Stars in a key encounter. It is a huge game for the Stars who at one stage were rooted bottom of the table but now have their destiny in their own hands. Stars have gone on a great run to bring themselves back into contention. 

Marcus Stoinis-led side needs a win against Hobart on Sunday to make it to the playoff stages. If the Stars manage to win the game they will end up with 10 points from 10 games and will upstage their city rivals Renegades to make it to the final four stages of the campaign. 

Here is the likely Melbourne Stars XI vs Hobart Hurricanes

Top order – Sam Harper, Ben Duckett

Melbourne Stars will hope that Sam Harper can show the world what he is capable of with the bat. Harper was out for a golden duck in the last game but has lots of experience to come good when needed. Ben Duckett has been his busy self with the bat and scored quick runs for the Stars during the BBL campaign so far. 

Middle Order – Beau Webster, Thomas Rogers, Marcus Stoinis

All-rounder Beau Webster has been having mixed time with the bat and ball ever since his amazing Test debut. The 31-year-old will be a key player for the Melbourne Stars when they face Hobart on Sunday. Thomas Rogers has been decent with the bat and ball for the Stars this season while skipper Marcus Stoinis will hope to put in one huge performance to help his team through.

Lower-order – Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Joel Paris

The return of veteran star Glenn Maxwell has turned Melbourne Star’s season around. Maxwell scored 90 in the last match against the Renegades and was brilliant on the field to help his team win a crucial encounter. Hilton Cartwright has to do better batting lower down the order having failed to get going in the last match. Joel Paris bowled very well to pick 3/13 from four overs to show his skills with the ball. 

Tail enders – Usama Mir, Peter Siddle, Mark Steketee

Veteran pacer Peter Siddle has been showing fans glimpses of his former self with his inspiring spell of 1/13 from four overs. Pakistan spinner Usama was carted around the park for 30 runs from his three overs in the last match. The best bowler for the Stars side was Mark Steketee who picked 5/17 from his four overs. 

Melbourne Stars XI vs Hobart Hurricanes

Sam Harper, Ben Duckett, Beau Webster, Thomas Rogers, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Joel Paris, Usama Mir, Mark Steketee, and Peter Siddle. 

Disclaimer: This latest news is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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