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In the 7th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25, Hobart Hurricanes delivered an impressive performance to secure their first victory of the season. They defeated Perth Scorchers by 8 wickets in a dominant fashion at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Chasing down a modest target of 156, the Hurricanes were led by opener Mitchell Owen, whose unbeaten century guided them to victory.
Riley Meredith stars with the ball for Hobart Hurricanes
After winning the toss, Hobart Hurricanes opted to bowl first, and their bowlers made an immediate impact. Perth Scorchers, struggling to gain momentum, posted a total of 155/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Josh Inglis, the wicketkeeper-batter, was the standout performer with the bat, scoring 49 runs off 35 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes. Captain Ashton Turner also contributed with a solid 39 runs from 28 balls, hitting 4 boundaries. Despite these efforts, the Scorchers’ total never seemed enough to challenge the Hurricanes’ formidable batting lineup.
Hobart’s bowlers, led by the fiery Riley Meredith, restricted Perth’s scoring opportunities. Meredith was exceptional with the ball, finishing with figures of 3/27 from his 4-over spell. His aggressive pace and wicket-taking ability were key in limiting the Scorchers’ batting depth. Meredith’s performance was crucial in preventing any late flurry from Perth, and the Hurricanes were confident of chasing down the target after a disciplined bowling effort.
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Mitchell Owen’s century powers Hobart to victory
Chasing 156, Hobart Hurricanes were in complete control from the start, thanks to a brilliant century by Mitchell Owen. The opener, who had shown promise in the past, was in sublime form, smashing 101* off 64 balls. Owen’s knock was a display of clean striking, with 9 fours and 5 sixes, as he single-handedly guided his team to the target.
Despite a valiant effort from left-arm medium-fast bowler Jason Behrendorff, who claimed 2 wickets for 24 runs in his 3-o♒ver spell, Perth’s bowlers were unable to stop the rampaging, ꦦOwen, his calm and composed approach under pressure ensured that the Hurricanes cruised to victory with 8 wickets in hand, reaching 156/2 in 20 overs. For his match-winning knock, Owen was named Player of the Match, earning well-deserved recognition for his remarkable century.
Here is how twitter reacted:
Mitch Owen gets his 100 and t𒉰hen givesཧ the the win!
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL)
Hobart Hurricanes won by 8 Wickets. Match ﷽Winning Knock. Take a 🌱Bow Mitchell Owen 101*(64). Fantastic spell Riley Meredith 3/27.
— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@Ja๊ayShaan)
Is this the same Hobart Hurricanes that played 𝄹a couple nights ago or I’m reading the scorecard wrong and it’s a different te🅺am?
— Cherrykie (@CherrykieMore)
Mitchell Owen ing the scorchers now 😂😂😂
— Govinda Mishra (@Govindamishra9)
Hobart Hurricanes have beaten Perth Scorchers, thanks to heroic innings from Mitchell Owen 👏💪
Scorecard 👉— betvisa69.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
Afte😼r 13 years, the Hobart Hurricanes win the game against the Perth Scorchers in Hobart.
— Vishwesh Gaur (@iumvishwesh)
Mitcꦫhell Owen’s highest score in th﷽e Big Bash before today was 28.
— Nic Savage (@nic_savage1)
Mitchell Owen 💯 for what an innings for this young man… Another Aussie talent is in making 🔥
— Sarmad MALIK🇵🇰 (@sarmadaadeez)
A magnificent cenꦆtury for Mitchell Owen 💪👏🙌
— betvisa69.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
Magnificent Knock. Maiden T20 💯 for Mitchell Owen 100*(63)
4s ➡️ 9
6s ➡️ 5
SR ➡️ 159
First 💯 in✨— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan)
Maiden century for the 23-year-old opener, M🔯itchell Owen!
His previous highest T20 score was 28. And now he has scored a ton aga꧃inst Perth Scorchers, one of the best bowling units in the tourna𝓰ment.
— Omkar Mankame (@Oam_16)
