This was a close contest – we gave Sydney Thunder a slight tip heading into the match. Hobart Hurricanes, however, had other plans. The Hurricanes won the toss and elected to field first at Bellerive Oval in Hobart. Sydney Thunder posted a total of 150 runs with five wickets down in their allotted overs. In response, Hobart Hurricanes demonstrated a strong batting performance, chasing down the target with seven wickets in hand and 19 balls remaining.

Hobart Hurricanes' impressive victory came despite our prediction leaning towards Sydney Thunder. The Hurricanes showcased resilience and skill, capitalising on the initial advantage gained from winning the toss. Despite our tip for Sydney Thunder, Hobart's players excelled under pressure, sealing a six-wicket win with remarkable efficiency.

In conclusion, while we anticipated a closer match and backed Sydney Thunder, Hobart Hurricanes delivered an exceptional performance. Their successful chase of the target, executed with four wickets remaining, underscored their dominance on the day. Although our prediction did not materialise as expected, we acknowledge Hobart Hurricanes' compelling win over Sydney Thunder in this thrilling encounter at Bellerive Oval.