Sydney Sixers (SIX) will take on Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) in Match 31 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025–26 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday, January 11.
Find below our (TBP) expert analysis for the 31st Match of BBL 2025-26 between Sydney Sixers and Hobart Hurricanes, including match details, team previews, head to head, match odds and betting tips.
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes (SIX vs HUR) Match Details, 31st Match - BBL 2025-26
Series | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Series Match No | 31st Match |
Format | T20 |
Match Date | 11th January 2026 |
Match Time | `02:05 PM (Local)/08:35 AM IST |
Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes (SIX vs HUR) Match Preview, 31st Match - BBL 2025-26
Sydney Sixers (SIX) Preview
Sydney Sixers sit fourth on the points table with four wins and three losses. Josh Philippe leads their batting charts with 231 runs, while Jack Edwards has been their standout bowler, picking up 14 wickets so far.
The Sixers come into this match on the back of a six-wicket win over Melbourne Stars. Batting first, the Stars were bowled out for 128. Sam Harper and Tom Fraser Rogers provided a steady start with a 43-run opening stand, while Marcus Stoinis and Blake MacDonald added 33 runs each. However, the middle and lower order failed to build momentum, leading to a below-par total.
In reply, Babar Azam and Moises Henriques got the Sixers off to a positive start, but both fell inside the first seven overs. Josh Philippe then took control with a composed unbeaten 35, guiding Sydney Sixers to victory in the 18th over with six wickets in hand.
Sydney Sixers Predicted XI
Babar Azam, Josh Philippe (WK), Moises Henriques (C), Sam Curran, Jordan Silk, Jack Edwards, Lachlan Shaw, Ben Dwarshuis, Joel Davies, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott.
Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Preview
Hobart Hurricanes lead the BBL 2025–26 standings with six wins from eight matches. Nikhil Chaudhary is their top run-scorer with 263 runs, while Nathan Ellis leads the bowling attack with 12 wickets.
The Hurricanes come into this match after a dominant 37-run win over Adelaide Strikers. Batting first, they posted 178/6, powered by Mitchell Owen’s explosive 33 off just 9 balls and Rehan Ahmed’s quick 29 off 17. Tim Ward made a steady 17, while the rest of the middle order added valuable runs to push the total to a competitive 178.
In reply, Adelaide Strikers collapsed early, losing six wickets inside the powerplay. Rishad Hossain led the bowling with an impressive 3/26, putting the Hurricanes firmly in control. Liam Scott fought back with an unbeaten 91 off 58 balls, but lacked support as the Strikers were bowled out 37 runs short.
Hobart Hurricanes Predicted XI
Tim Ward, Mitchell Owen, Rehan Ahmed, Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade (WK), Macalister Wright, Chris Jordan, Nathan Ellis (C), Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith.
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes (SIX vs HUR) Head to Head
Sydney Sixers and Hobart Hurricanes have faced each other 21 times in the Big Bash League so far, with Hobart Hurricanes holding a slight edge, having won 11 matches compared to the Sixers’ nine, while one game ended with no result.
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes (SIX vs HUR) Betting Odds
According to 1xBet, For Match 31 of the BBL 2025–26 Sydney Sixers enter as slight favourites with odds of 1.82, while Hobart Hurricanes are close behind at 2.03.
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes Match Prediction
For the Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes match prediction, Hobart Hurricanes appear to have the edge despite the Sixers’ recent winning run. Hobart have been the more consistent and explosive team across the season, especially with the bat. While Sydney have crossed 169 only once, the Hurricanes have produced three scores above 180, including massive totals of 207 and 189 in their last two games. They also boast five batters striking at over 145, giving them a clear scoring advantage.
Hobart won both head-to-head meetings last season and enter this match fresher after playing just two games in the last eight days. With stronger batting depth and more dominant wins, the Hurricanes look better placed to control this contest, making them a strong pick in the Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes match prediction.
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