Hobart Hurricanes maintain a strong grip over Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League (BBL).
Although their contests have been exciting, the Hurricanes have largely dominated. The Thunder, on the other hand, have had their moments, but they have failed to keep the Hurricanes in check on most occasions.
Both teams have also met in the BBL final once, with the Hurricanes, as usual, coming out victorious.
Here you can look at the head-to-head record between Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder in the BBL.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder BBL Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | Hobart Hurricanes Won | Sydney Thunder Won | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 14 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Hobart Hurricanes are far ahead of Sydney Thunder in their head-to-head battle. They have won 14 of the 22 matches, while the Thunder have managed only eight.
The head-to-head battle reached its peak when the Hurricanes and Thunder clashed in the 2024/25 Final. The Thunder put up a challenging total of 182 for 7. But the Hurricanes stormed through the target with ease to lift their maiden BBL title.
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Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder Home-Away Head-to-Head Record
| Venue | Matches | Hobart Hurricanes Won | Sydney Thunder Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At Hobart Hurricanes Home | 15 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| At Sydney Thunder Home | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
The Hurricanes keep their dominance on their home ground. They have beaten the Thunder in 10 of the 15 matches.
The contest is evenly poised at the Thunder’s home ground, with the Hurricanes managing a tiny lead.
Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder Head-to-Head BBL Matches (Last 10 Matches)
| Winner | Result | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 7 wickets | Hobart | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 6 wickets | Hobart | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 7 wickets | Hobart | 1 Jan 2024 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 5 wickets | Hobart | 15 Jan 2023 |
| Sydney Thunder | By 62 runs | Albury | 31 Dec 2022 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 9 runs | Melbourne (Docklands) | 13 Jan 2022 |
| Sydney Thunder | By 9 wickets | Melbourne | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Hobart Hurricanes | By 6 wickets | Canberra | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Sydney Thunder | By 39 runs | Perth | 7 Jan 2021 |
| Sydney Thunder | By 57 runs | Hobart | 30 Jan 2020 |
Since 2020, the Hurricanes and Thunder have faced each other in 12 BBL matches. Although both teams have fought hard, the Hurricanes once again take the lead.
The Hurricanes have won seven of the 12 matches, while the Thunder have claimed five wins.
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Hobart Hurricanes vs Sydney Thunder BBL Head-to-Head Team & Individual Stats
| Team | Hobart Hurricanes | Sydney Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Team Total | 196/3 | 228/6 |
| Lowest Team Total | 109 | 94 |
| Most Runs | Matthew Wade (485 runs) | Alex Hales (426 runs) |
| Most Wickets | Nathan Ellis (15 wickets) | Daniel Sams (15 wickets) |
| Highest Individual Score | Mitchell Owen (108) | Jos Buttler (89) |
| Best Bowling Figures | D’Arcy Short (5/21) | Daniel Sams (4/18) |
Sydney Thunder have recorded the highest and the lowest totals in this rivalry. And they have also posted a 200-plus total and a below-100 total.
Matthew Wade, meanwhile, leads the run chart, having scored 485 runs for the Hurricanes. On the wickets table, the Hurricanes’ Nathan Ellis and the Thunder’s Daniel Sams are tied at 15 wickets each.
The only century and five-wicket hauls belong to the Hurricanes Mitchell Owen and D’Arcy Short.
