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The 34th match of the Big Bash League (BBL)|14 between Hobart Hurricanes and Melbourne Renegades at Bellerive Oval it was a nerve-wracking encounter, with both teams fighting until the end.
Chasing 155 for victory, the Hurricanes managed to secure a dramatic four-wicket victory in a late thriller, thanks to explosive contributions from Tim David and a shocking spell of bowling Riley Meredith.
The Lonely Heroic Acts of Jacob Bethell
When asked to bat first, Melbourne Renegades set a total of 154/7 in their 20 overs. The highlight of his entries was Jacob Bethelwho played an excellent knock of 87 runs off 50 balls. Bethell’s innings featured 8 fours and 4 sixes, keeping the Hurricanes bowlers under pressure throughout.
However, the Renegades’ middle-order failed to build on their solid foundation and struggled to accelerate in the latter stages of the innings. Meredith was Hobart’s standout player, claiming 3 crucial wickets for 36 runs in her 4 overs. Employer support Natalia Ellis and michel owenwho each took a wicket, further restricted the Renegades’ score.
Tim David’s explosive finish secures victory for Hobart Hurricanes
In response, the Hobart Hurricanes began their pursuit cautiously, with Nikhil Chaudhary (36 of 27) and Matthew Wade (36 of 23) anchoring the entries. Their strong partnerships at the top kept the required run rate in check, but the Renegades bowlers, led by Bethell, kept up the pressure. Bethell’s 2 wickets in his 3 over spell caused some middle order stirs, and wickets at regular intervals meant the match was very balanced as the Hurricanes closed in on the target. Fergus O’Neill, Callum Stowand Tom Rogers each took a wicket, but they could not stop the Hurricanes from keeping pace with the chase.
With the match approaching the final overs, Tim Davidthe middle-order batsman, made an explosive cameo, scoring 24 runs off just 15 balls. Their aggressive strokeplay, which included two sixes and a four, took the Hurricanes home with two balls to spare, finishing at 155/6. His invaluable contribution under pressure sealed Hobart’s victory and confirmed their place in the 2024-25 BBL playoffs.
Despite the defeat, Bethell was named Player of the Match for his brilliant all-round performance. His 87 run innings helped the Renegades to a challenging total, and his two wickets were vital in keeping the Hurricanes’ chase in check. However, it was the Hurricanes’ timely execution with bat and ball that ultimately made the difference in this exciting contest.
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This is how X fans reacted:
Hobart Hurricanes won by 4 Wickets. 3 wickets for Riley Meredith 3/36. N Chaudhary 36 (27) and M Wade 36 (23) played well. Hobart Hurricanes on top of #BBL14 Points Table with 13 Points. 6 wins in a row for the Hobart Hurricanes in #BBL14.@HurricanesBBL #HHvMR @MatthewWade13
– JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 14, 2025
Hobart Hurricanes undefeated since their first game in which the team was bowled out for 74
The top 2 almost sealed with today’s victory
— Middle Class Chandler (@MC_Chandler01) January 14, 2025
6 IN A ROW! WE ARE UNDEfeated AT HOME! 🌪️🚂 pic.twitter.com/td48s7VKZi
– Hobart Hurricanes (@HuracanesBBL) January 14, 2025
Tim David the monster again.
Hobart Hurricanes at the top of the table. He is probably cooking for RCB this season.#BBL—Devansh (@AFC_Dev17) January 14, 2025
JACOB BETHELL against Melbourne Renegades today!
– with bat 87(50).
– with ball 29/2.Brilliant all-terrain performance from Bethell 🔥 pic.twitter.com/8ImQ0oXHS6
– Naveen (@Cric_Naveen) January 14, 2025
Both Tim David and Jacob Bethell are scoring.
Now who to bank? 😭
— RAJATNATION🚩 (@rajatnation) January 14, 2025
What a performance. Take a bow Jacob Bethell
87(50) with the Bat.
29/2 with the Ball.
Career Highest Individual T20 Score for Jacob Bethell.
Player of the match @RenegadesBBL #BBL14 #HHvMR @BethellJacob @WarwickshireCCC– JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 14, 2025
JACOB BETHELL – YOUNG TALENT FOR RCB AND ENGLAND TODAY MATCH IN BBL.
– 87(50) WITH BAT
– 29/2 WITH BALL pic.twitter.com/ETh3jW0H08-Vikas Yadav (@VikasYadav66200) January 14, 2025
Bethell’s entrance was in vain, Tim David finished it off in style.
– Hemendra Meena (@hemendra56) January 14, 2025
Six consecutive victories for the Hobart Hurricanes ⚡#cricket #BBL14 #hobarthuracanes #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/rbR0CXquxB
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 14, 2025
The Hurricanes do the job at home and end the Renegades’ hopes of playing in the final in #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/fOEDAhxZoP
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 14, 2025
