The Sydney Sixers will take on the Hobart Hurricanes in the Challenger match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025–26. This important match will be played on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
This is a must-win match as the winner will move into the final and face the Perth Scorchers for the BBL title.
Sydney Sixers lost their last match to Perth Scorchers in the Qualifier, while Hobart Hurricanes come into this game with confidence after a big win over Melbourne Stars in the Knockout match.
Fans can expect a close contest. Steve Smith’s calm batting will be tested against the Hurricanes’ strong middle order, while fast bowlers like Starc and Meredith could play a big role due to the helpful conditions. Get the match odds, prediction, and pitch report of the do-or-die match of the BBL 2026.
SYS vs HBH Match Odds
Both teams have won 6 matches in their league stage, but SYS finished in the top 2 due to a higher NRR. That’s why betting platforms offer the same returns on both teams’ wins.
| Platform | SYS Win Odds | HBH Win Odds | Toss Odds (SYS) | Toss Odds (HBH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.85 | 1.95 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.83 | 1.97 | 1.89 | 1.91 |
| 4RABET | 1.88 | 1.92 | 1.92 | 1.9 |
| BetVibe | 1.87 | 1.93 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
SYS vs HBH Match Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | SYS vs HBH, Challenger |
| Series | BBL 2025-26 |
| Date | January 23, Friday |
| Time | 01:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney |
SYS vs HBH Squad For BBL 2025-26
Let’s look at the squad of both teams for the Eliminator of the BBL 2025-226..
Sydney Sixers Squad
Babar Azam, Jack Edwards, Daniel Hughes, Jordan Silk, Steven Smith, Moises Henriques, Sam Curran, Hayden Kerr, Josh Philippe (wk), Lachlan Shaw (wk), Sean Abbott, Jafer Chohan, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Ben Manenti, Todd Murphy, Mitchell Perry, Kane Richardson, Mitchell Starc
Hobart Hurricanes Squad
Tim David, Jake Weatherald, Macalister Wright, Tim Ward, Mitchell Owen, Beau Webster, Rehan Ahmed, Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott (wk), Matthew Wade (wk), Iain Carlisle, Nathan Ellis, Rishad Hossain, Chris Jordan, Riley Meredith, Billy Stanlake, Will Prestwidge
Pitch Report of Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney
Pacers will enjoy bowling there as this venue supports bowlers throughout the game.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Nature | The surface provides reliable bounce and early movement, allowing bowlers to attack confidently. As the game progresses, the pitch offers assistance to spinners. |
| Batting Assistant | Scoring becomes challenging as the pitch slows down over time. Batters find it easier to score freely. |
| Bowling Assitant | Pace bowlers benefit most by using bounce and cross-seam variations effectively, and spinners receive limited assistance. |
| Boundary Dimensions | The square boundaries measure approximately 77 meters, while the straight boundaries are around 78 meters long. |
| First Innings Score | The average first-innings total at this ground is close to 158 runs, with 121 being the lowest score successfully defended. |
| Toss Impact & Dew | Captains winning the toss usually opt to bat first, as batting conditions tend to deteriorate once the surface starts wearing out. |
Weather Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | The temperature is around 23°C. |
| Weather | A partly sunny day throughout the game. |
| Precipitation | There is a 10% chance of rain. |
| Humidity | The humidity will be 53%, which will affect players during filed. |
| Wind | Wind speed will be 16 km/h. |
Sydney Sixers vs Hobart Hurricanes Head-to-Head in BBL
SYS and HBH have faced each other 22 times so far, where HBH dominated the rivalry with 12 wins.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 22 |
| Hobart Hurricanes Won | 12 |
| Sydney Sixers Won | 09 |
| No Result | 01 |
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Key Players To Watch
Let’s look at the key players who can contribute to their team’s win.
| Players | BBL Stats |
|---|---|
| Steven Smith (SYS) | 1409 runs in 38 matches at an average of 48.58. |
| Sean Abbott (SYS) | 182 wickets in 132 games at an economy of 8.42. |
| Mitchell Starc (SYS) | 27 wickets in 13 BBL games at an economy of 7.97. |
| Nikhil Chaudhary (HBH) | 689 runs and 9 wickets in 31 matches. |
| Mitchell Owen (HBH) | 684 runs in 35 BBL matches at an average of 26.30. |
| Rishad Hossain (HBH) | 13 wickets in 11 matches at an economy of 7.77. |
