STA vs HUR Match 40 Results

12:03 PM IST That's a wrap on the league stage of the BBL 2024/25! We now have our final four teams, Hobart Hurricanes, Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, and Melbourne Stars. The knockout stage is just around the corner. The top two sides, Hobart Hurricanes, and the Sydney Sixers are all set to clash in the Qualifier, at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart. The first ball will be bowled at 8.30 am GMT, on January 21st, Tuesday. But do not forget to join us for the pre-match buildup and updates. It will be then followed by the Knockout clash between the third and fourth-placed teams, Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Stars at the Sydney Showground Stadium. That game will begin on Wednesday, 22nd January with the first ball scheduled to be bowled at 8.30 am GMT. Until next time, cheers!

11:48 AM IST Glenn Maxwell of Melbourne Stars is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his blistering knock towards the backend of the first innings. He says it has been a great turnaround in this season for them. About Stoinis leading the side, he says that Marcus has been very consistent throughout and has held the group together. Mentions that the boys have outstanding and have given their 100 percent energy on the field. Also informs that they have a flight the next day and will also have a practice session in a few days. Concludes and hopes that this time they will get over the line.

11:43 AM IST Earlier in the game, the Melbourne Stars finished strong, recovering from a poor start to post a competitive total. Beau Webster and Marcus Stoinis laid the foundation with a 45-run partnership, which set the stage for Glenn Maxwell's explosive innings. The Big Show delivered, remaining unbeaten on 76 and guiding his team to a gigantic score. The bowlers shared the spoils, with Marcus Bean, Nathan Ellis, Mitchell Owen, and Nikhil Chaudhary each claiming a wicket.

11:42 AM IST With the qualification at stake, the Melbourne Stars' bowlers delivered by restricting Hobart to a 179. Mark Steketee was the standout performer, claiming four wickets at an impressive economy rate of under 7. Usama Mir and Joel Paris also bowled well, picking up two wickets each, while Tom Curran and Marcus Stoinis took one wicket apiece.

11:40 AM IST The Hobart Hurricanes' chase got off to a disastrous start, losing Caleb Jewell and Charlie Wakim in the same over early on. Mitchell Owen kept on with some impressive ball-striking, but he too fell in the 6th over, leaving the Hurricanes in deep trouble. The wickets continued to tumble, preventing Hobart from building any momentum in the chase. Nathan Ellis did chance his arms right at the end and ended up scoring 40 off 22. Owen played well for his 38, while Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade, and Tim David chipped in with scores in the 20s.

11:39 AM IST The Melbourne Stars have secured the final playoff spot in the BBL! With a 40-run victory over Hobart, they leapfrog Perth into 4th place. What a turnaround this has been for the Stars! After a dismal start to the season, losing five consecutive games, they've won five on the trot since the new year. This incredible resurgence sets them up for a knockout clash against the Sydney Thunder.