Match No. 34 Big Bash League (BBL)|14 between Hobart cyclones and Melbourne Rebels At Bellerive Oval it was a nerve-wracking encounter, with both teams fighting to the end.
The Hurricanes, who were chasing 155 for victory, managed to pull off a dramatic four-wicket win in a final thriller, thanks to explosive contributions from Tim David And an impressive bowling spell Riley Meredith.
Jacob Bethel's only heroics
When asked to bat Melbourne Renegades first, set a total of 154/7 in 20 overs. It was the highlight of their roles Jacob Bethellwho played a brilliant knock of 87 runs off 50 balls. Bethell's innings included 8 fours and 4 sixes, keeping the Hurricanes bowlers under pressure throughout.
However, the Rebels' middle order failed to build on their solid foundation, and struggled to accelerate in the latter stages of the innings. Meredith was Hobart's outstanding bowler, taking 3 crucial wickets for 36 runs in 4 overs. Support from the skipper Nathan Ellis and Mitchell Owenwho each took a wicket, restricting the Renegades' scoring.
Tim David's explosive finish secures victory for Hobart Hurricanes
In response, the Hobart Hurricanes began their cautious pursuit Nikhil Chaudhary (36 of 27) and Matthew Wade (36 of 23) Confirming roles. Their strong partnerships at the top kept the required run rate in check, but the Rebel bowlers, led by Bethell, kept up the pressure. Bethell's 2 wickets in his 3-run spell caused some moderate upsets, and wickets at regular intervals meant the match was well-placed with the Hurricanes closing in on the target. Fergus O'Neill, Callum Stoweand Tom Rogers They each took a wicket, but were unable to prevent the Hurricanes from keeping up with the chase.
As the match approaches the final Tim Davida middle-order batsman, played an explosive cameo, scoring 24 runs off just 15 balls. His aggressive hitting play, which included 2 sixes and a four, saw the Hurricanes come back with two balls to spare, finishing at 155/6. His invaluable contribution under pressure saw Hobart win and confirmed their place in the 2024-25 BBL play-offs.
Despite the loss, Bethel was awarded Player of the Match for his impressive all-round performance. His 87-run innings helped the Renegades post a tough total, and his wickets were vital in keeping the Hurricanes' chase in check. However, it was the Hurricanes' timely performance with bat and ball that ultimately made the difference in this exciting contest.
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Here's how Twitter reacted:
The Hobart Hurricanes won by 4 wickets. 3 wickets for Riley Meredith 3/36. N Choudhury 36 (27) and M Wade 36 (23) played well. Hobart tornadoes at the top of #bubble14 Points table with 13 points. 6 straight wins for the Hobart Hurricanes in #bubble14.@HurricaneBBL #HHvMR @Matthew Wade 13
– Jaishan (Vaidhya Jaya Shankar) (@jayshan) January 14, 2025
The Hobart Hurricanes are unbeaten since their first match as the team were bowled out for 74
Second place almost sealed his victory today
– Middle-class Chandler (@MC_Chandler01) January 14, 2025
6 in a row! We are undefeated at home! 🌪️🚂 pic.twitter.com/td48s7VKZi
– Hobart Hurricanes (@HurricanesBBL) January 14, 2025
Tim David is the monster again.
The Hobart Hurricanes are at the top of the table. He is definitely cooking for RCB this season.#bubble– Devansh (@AFC_Dev17) January 14, 2025
Jacob Bethel vs. Melbourne Renegades today!
– With the racket 87 (50).
– With the ball 2/29.Great and complete performance from Bethell 🔥 pic.twitter.com/8ImQ0oXHS6
– Naveen (@Cric_Naveen) January 14, 2025
Tim David and Jacob Bethel both score goals.
Now who's on the bench?
— Rajatnation🚩 (@rajatnation) January 14, 2025
What a performance. Take a bow Jacob Bethel
87(50) with the bat.
2/29 with the ball.
Career Best – Highest individual T20 score for Jacob Bethell.
Player of the match @RebelsBBL #bubble14 #HHvMR @BethelJacob @WarwickshireCCC– Jaishan (Vaidhya Jaya Shankar) (@jayshan) January 14, 2025
Jacob Bethell – RCB and England's young talent today matches the performance in the BBL.
– 87(50) with the bat
– 2/29 with the ball pic.twitter.com/ETh3jW0H08– Vikas Yadav (@VikasYadav66200) January 14, 2025
The Bethel tour was in vain, and Tim David finished it in style.
– Hemendra Meena (@hemendra56) January 14, 2025
Six straight wins for the Hobart Hurricanes ⚡#cricket #bubble14 #HobarthHurbarth Hurricanes #crickettwitter pic.twitter.com/rbR0CXquxB
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 14, 2025
The Hurricanes get the job done at home and end the Renegades' hopes of playing in the Finals #bubble14 pic.twitter.com/fOEDAhxZoP
– KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 14, 2025
