The Perth Scorchers face off against the Hobart Hurricanes at Optus Stadium on December 26, 2025, in Match 12 of the BBL season. Right now, both teams sit at 1-1. The Scorchers come in fresh from a wild win over the Sydney Sixers in a rain-shortened opener, then put up a massive 257 against the Brisbane Heat but still lost. Cooper Connolly looks red-hot, smashing 59 and 77 in his first two knocks.
On the other side, the Hurricanes—last season’s champs—are 2-1. They just squeaked past the Sydney Thunder by one ball to start their title defense, but then got thumped by the Melbourne Stars. They won the last match against Renegades by 7 wickets, securing their second win of the tournament.
Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes Match Preview
Optus Stadium’s seen a ton of BBL action since it opened in 2018. The numbers say it’s a pretty even ground: teams batting first have won 22 times, chasers 23. First innings scores usually fall between 160 and 175. Fast bowlers love the early pace and bounce, but spinners come into play as the match wears on. If a batter gets their eye in, they can really go after the bowling here.
Lately, anything above 180 feels like a good score at Optus, but it’s never out of reach. The big boundaries mean there’s plenty of running for twos and threes, but clearing the rope takes real muscle. Fast bowlers have picked up 280 wickets here, especially during the powerplay and at the death, and the bounce always keeps batters honest.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes |
| Date | 26th December, 2025 |
| Time | 3:45 PM IST / 6:15 PM Local |
| Venue | Optus Stadium, Perth |
| Tournament | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Fast, bouncy surface with good carry |
| Average Score | 165 runs in BBL matches |
| Favours | Slight advantage to chasing teams |
| Surface | Genuine pace and bounce rewards, fast bowlers |
| Wicket Distribution | Pacers dominate early, spinners are effective in the middle overs |
| Weather Impact | Clear evening conditions expected |
| Toss Factor | Chasing preferred due to evening dew |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | High 26°C / Low 19°C |
| Humidity | 45% |
| Wind Speed | 6 km/h |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
| Overall | Sunny, perfect summer conditions for cricket |
Toss Prediction
Chasing teams have a slight edge at Optus, winning 51% of the time compared to 49% for teams batting first. Dew usually shows up in the second innings, making it challenging for bowlers to grip the ball. Most captains want to bowl first under the lights, with the Perth breeze cooling things down. If you win the toss, bowl first, and try to keep the opposition under 170, you’ll set yourself up for a smooth chase.
Injury Updates
Perth Scorchers: No injury concerns.
Hobart Hurricanes: No injury concerns.
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Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes Head-to-Head Records
History’s on the Scorchers’ side in this matchup. They lead the head-to-head 13-8 and have owned most of the recent games at home. Optus Stadium is their fortress—they win here, plain and simple. The Hurricanes haven’t tasted victory at this ground since 2018-19, so they’ve got their work cut out for them.
Last Five Matches
- Hurricanes won by 8 wickets (with 4 balls remaining) 21-Dec-2024
- Scorchers won by 9 wickets (with 23 balls remaining) 20-Dec-2023
- Scorchers won by 7 wickets (with 15 balls remaining) 18-Jan-2023
- Hurricanes won by 8 runs, 19 Dec 2022
- Scorchers won by 42 runs, 20 Dec 2021
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Cooper Connolly (Captain) | In red-hot form with 136 runs at SR 150+, dual threat with left-arm spin |
| Mitchell Marsh (Vice Captain) | Explosive batsmen and a good all-rounder |
| Chris Jordan | English all-rounder, 6 wickets already this season, death bowling specialist |
| Finn Allen | Power hitter who scored 95 runs this season, explosive opener |
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