Perth Scorchers vs Hobart Hurricanes Match Recap

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Result: Hobart Hurricanes won by 4 wickets (30 balls remaining). PS 150/8 (20 ov) vs HH 153/6 (15 ov).

Pre-Match Probability: Hobart Hurricanes 52% | Perth Scorchers 48%

Value Bet: Hobart Hurricanes @ 2.10 (+4.4% edge) → Won +1.1 units

Match Summary

Perth Scorchers won the bat flip and elected to field—a questionable decision on a good batting surface. They then posted 150/8 after being inserted, wasting a solid start.

Finn Allen (43 off 23) exploded out of the blocks with three fours and three sixes. Nick Hobson (29) and Laurie Evans (27) contributed, but the Scorchers couldn't kick on. Rishad Hossain was the destroyer with 3/33, while Riley Meredith was the most economical bowler with figures of 2/19.

The Hurricanes chase started shakily—39/3 after Cooper Connolly's early burst (3/23). Then Tim David took over. The Singapore-born finisher smashed 42 off 28 balls to seize control. A 64-run partnership with Nikhil Chaudhary (34) turned the game.

But then drama. David injured his hamstring in the 15th over while running a single. He retired hurt at 103/4. The Hurricanes wobbled briefly, but the target was in sight. Chase completed with 5 overs to spare.

Key Concern: Tim David's Hamstring

David's injury is a major blow. Hamstring tears typically require 4-6 weeks recovery. The BBL Final is January 27—he faces a race against time. The Hurricanes' title defence just got significantly harder. David was their most destructive middle-order option, and his absence leaves a void in the batting lineup.

Analysis Review

Validated: The Hurricanes' value at 2.10 odds. Our model gave them 52%—the market had them at 47.6%. The +4.4% edge converted. Value betting works.

Validated: Hobart's bowling depth. Rishad Hossain (3/33) and Riley Meredith (2/19) restricted Perth despite Finn Allen's explosive start. The overseas spin option delivered.

Underweighted: Tim David's match-winning ability. His 42 off 28 was the difference. When he's on, few can stop him. The injury is a devastating blow to Hobart's season.

Overestimated: Perth's home advantage at Perth Stadium. The Scorchers looked flat, and 150/8 was below par on this surface.

Betting Outcome

Bet won. Hobart Hurricanes at 2.10 returned +1.1 units profit on a 1 unit stake. The +4.4% edge converted. The Hurricanes improve to 3-1 and sit second on the ladder, but David's injury casts a shadow over their title defence.

What's Next

The Hurricanes face Sydney Sixers on December 29. Tim David's availability is uncertain—the hamstring injury looked serious. The Scorchers need to regroup after consecutive losses.