HBH vs BH Today Match Prediction and Betting Tips, Odds and Live Score

HBH vs BH Match Prediction & Analysis

Hobart Hurricanes take on Brisbane Heat in the 35th match of this Big Bash League season. The reigning champions have been impressive throughout and have climbed to the top of the table with 13 points from nine games. Brisbane, however, have struggled for consistency and sit in fifth position with eight points from eight appearances. Form, and the advantage of playing at home going into this contest, gives the Hurricanes an edge in this one.

HBH vs BH Betting News

RECENT PERFORMANCE

HBH

W W L W W

HBH

178/6 in 20.0 8.9

BBLT20

Hobart Hurricanes beat Adelaide Strikers by 37 runs 09 Jan 2026

ADS

141/9 in 20.0 7.05

SYT

205/4 in 20.0 10.25

BBLT20

Hobart Hurricanes won by 6 wickets 03 Jan 2026

HBH

207/4 in 17.5 11.61

HBH

189/9 in 20.0 9.45

BBLT20

Perth Scorchers won by 40 runs 01 Jan 2026

PRS

229/3 in 20.0 11.45

HBH

163/6 in 19.0 8.58

BBLT20

Hobart Hurricanes won by 4 wickets 29 Dec 2025

MLR

162/9 in 20.0 8.1

PRS

150/8 in 20.0 7.5

BBLT20

Hobart Hurricanes won by 4 wickets 26 Dec 2025

HBH

153/6 in 19.3 7.85

BH

W L W L W

BH

183/3 in 16.2 11.2

BBLT20

Brisbane Heat won by 7 wkts 10 Jan 2026

SYT

180/6 in 20.0 9

SYS

118/7 in 18.4 6.32

BBLT20

Sydney Sixers beat Brisbane Heat by 3 wickets 05 Jan 2026

BH

114/9 in 20.0 5.7

BH

199/6 in 19.4 10.12

BBLT20

Brisbane Heat won by 4 wkts 02 Jan 2026

MLS

195/6 in 20.0 9.75

ADS

125/3 in 14.1 8.82

BBLT20

Adelaide Strikers beat Brisbane Heat by 7 wickets 31 Dec 2025

BH

121/10 in 19.4 6.15

BH

179/9 in 20.0 8.95

BBLT20

Brisbane Heat beat Adelaide Strikers by 7 runs 27 Dec 2025

ADS

172/10 in 19.5 8.67

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Hobart Hurricanes Preview

The defending champions suffered an early loss against the Stars but have looked near-perfect since, even after losing star batter Tim David to a season-ending hamstring injury. A single point from the washout versus the Sixers at the SCG on Sunday sealed a finals berth for the Hurricanes, creating a five-point buffer over teams placed outside the top four.

The batting lineup shows range and attacking intent. Mitch Owen and Nikhil Chaudhary have provided strong openings, with Chaudhary controlling the pace as the top-scorer, piling up 263 runs from eight outings at 158.

Ben McDermott has played a steady role through the campaign, posting 211 runs from eight games at 125, linking the middle order with Tim Ward, who has added 176 runs at a rate close to 140 this season.

The bowling unit has kept pace with those efforts. Riley Meredith and Nathan Ellis provide early speed and bounce, combining for 18 wickets so far. Chris Jordan brings his usual control at the death, often restricting scoring through tight spells.

Spin duties rest with Rishad Hossain, who has taken 11 wickets at 7.63 and swung matches at stages. This setup gives Hobart options to tweak plans based on conditions and rivals they face.

Hobart Hurricanes Predicted Playing XI:

Mitchell Owen, Tim Ward, Beau Webster, Ben McDermott, Nikhil Chaudhary, Matthew Wade(w), Rehan Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Rishad Hossain, Riley Meredith, Nathan Ellis (c)

Brisbane Heat Preview

It’s been a stop-start campaign for the Heat to this point, with no back-to-back victories coming their way. The comeback of Test retiree Usman Khawaja gave them a timely lift on Saturday and has kept their finals hopes alive. However, a weak net run-rate means Brisbane may have to win both games left on the schedule to stay in contention, one of which involves a demanding road assignment in Hobart against the Hurricanes.

Much of the run-scoring responsibility has fallen on Matt Renshaw, who has produced 287 runs from eight outings at an average of 41, striking at 158 and making sure the pace does not stall for extended spells.

Beside him, Max Bryant has chipped in well, contributing 188 runs across eight games while going at 158, allowing Brisbane to stay ahead early rather than being forced to chase the rate.

There is added batting depth through Jack Wildermuth, who has been reliable with 215 runs in eight matches. Khawaja’s reappearance at the top has strengthened the line-up too, as the left-hander smashed an impressive 78 from 48 balls last time out to show the influence he can have.

In terms of bowling numbers, Xavier Bartlett tops the list with 10 dismissals while conceding 9.40 per over. Wildermuth and Thomas Balkin have shared 15 wickets between them, though the rest of the attack has found consistency hard to come by, leading to mixed returns from one game to another.

Brisbane Heat Predicted Playing XI:

Usman Khawaja(c), Jack Wildermuth, Nathan McSweeney, Matt Renshaw, Max Bryant, Marnus Labuschagne, Jimmy Peirson(w), Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Michael Neser/Thomas Balkin, Zaman Khan

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The early overs prove tricky for batters under lights at Bellerive Oval since the pitch requires time to settle properly, and winds blowing in from the Derwent River affect how deliveries travel. Batting units that navigate the first four or five overs without serious losses generally succeed in posting or chasing down scores of 160 or more, with multiple innings pushing beyond 190 in domestic T20 games held here. Bowlers who change their pace and follow through with their strategies in the middle section can limit scoring, but batters who take their time and bat sensibly find gaps across the ground, becoming easier to access as play develops.

A little rain will fall in Hobart during the morning; after that, conditions should be cloudy.

HBH vs BH Pitch Report

This BBL season at Bellerive Oval, teams batting first have averaged scores between 180 and 190. For this game, a total close to 185 should pose a tough challenge for the side chasing it down.

Toss: To Bowl

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