HUR vs REN Match Preview – As the BBL 2025-26 season intensifies, the Hobart Hurricanes are set to host the Melbourne Renegades in a high-stakes Match 15 at the Bellerive Oval on December 29, 2025. The Hurricanes enter this fixture as the team in superior form, currently holding three wins from four matches. In contrast, the Renegades are looking to stabilize their campaign after an inconsistent start that includes a heavy loss to Hobart earlier in the season.
HUR vs REN Match Details
| Feature | Details |
| Match | Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades (Match 15) |
| Series | Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 |
| Date & Time | December 29, 2025, at 01:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Bellerive Oval, Hobart |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar, Star Sports |
HUR vs REN Head-to-Head Record
Historically, the Hobart Hurricanes have held the upper hand in this rivalry.
Total Matches Played: 22
Hobart Hurricanes Won: 13
Melbourne Renegades Won: 9
Recent Form: In their last five encounters, the Hurricanes have won four times, including a 7-wicket victory earlier this month.
HUR vs REN Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Report: Bellerive Oval
The Bellerive Oval (also known as Ninja Stadium) traditionally offers a batting-friendly surface with true bounce, favoring aggressive stroke play.
Average 1st Innings Score: This year, the average score has increased to approximately 173.
Bowling Dynamics: Seamers often find early assistance with swing, while spin becomes a factor during the middle overs.
Chasing Advantage: Statistics show a significant advantage for teams batting second at this venue, with a win rate of over 65% for the chasing side.
HUR vs REN Weather Forecast
The forecast for Hobart on match day is favorable for a full game.
Conditions: Expected to be warm and mostly clear, though some cloud cover may persist.
Temperature: Highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C.
Precipitation: Low chance of rain (approximately 10%).
Wind: Northeasterly winds may affect ball movement, particularly from the Derwent River side.
HUR vs REN Probable Playing11
Hobart Hurricanes (HUR):
Mitchell Owen
Tim Ward
Ben McDermott (wk)
Nikhil Chaudhary
Tim David
Macalister Wright
Rehan Ahmed
Chris Jordan
Nathan Ellis (c)
Rishad Hossain
Riley Meredith
Melbourne Renegades (REN):
Josh Brown
Tim Seifert
Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
Jake Fraser-McGurk
Oliver Peake
Hassan Khan
Will Sutherland (c)
Jason Behrendorff
Adam Zampa
Gurinder Sandhu
Sam Elliott
HUR vs REN Match Prediction
The Hobart Hurricanes are the favorites to win this encounter. Their balanced squad, led by in-form players like Ben McDermott (165 runs in 4 matches) and Nikhil Chaudhary, gives them a distinct edge. Additionally, their bowling attack, featuring Nathan Ellis and Chris Jordan, has proven effective at crucial intervals.
The Melbourne Renegades will rely heavily on Tim Seifert, who recently scored a century, and Mohammad Rizwan to set or chase a high total. However, their inconsistent bowling performances make them vulnerable against a settled Hurricanes lineup.
Winner Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes.
