Strikers bat first in Hurricanes BBL clash

Strikers bat first in Hurricanes BBL clash

The Adelaide Strikers have gained the toss and opted to bat first towards the Hobart Hurricanes within the Big Bash League conflict at Blundstone Arena.

The Strikers have made one change following their eight-run loss to the Melbourne Stars on Saturday, together with Harry Conway on the expense of fellow fast Henry Thornton.

The last-placed Hurricanes welcome again big-hitter Ben McDermott from a hamstring criticism, whereas Pakistan import Faheem Ashraf makes his membership debut.

Mitch Owen has additionally been included, with Shadab Khan (finger) and fast Joel Paris not noted of the facet.

New Zealand’s James Neesham is the third omission, together with his dedication to the Hurricanes ending for the season.

The Strikers have misplaced three matches in a row after beginning the match with three straight wins, whereas the Hurricanes have two victories from 5 matches.

TEAMS

Hobart Hurricanes: D’Arcy Short, Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade (capt), Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Asif Ali, Mitch Owen, Faheem Ashraf, Nathan Ellis, Paddy Dooley, Riley Meredith.

Adelaide Strikers: Henry Hunt, Matt Short, Chris Lynn, Adam Hose, Colin de Grandhomme, Thomas Kelly, Harry Nielsen, Rashid Khan, Wes Agar, Harry Conway, Peter Siddle (capt).