Hobart Hurricanes Defeat Sydney Sixers, Advance to BBL Final

In the BBL 2024-25 Qualifier, Hobart Hurricanes defeated Sydney Sixers by 12 runs, securing their place in the grand final. The Hurricanes set a total of 173 runs with contributions from Ben McDermott and Caleb Jewell, while Riley Meredith's fiery bowling spell dismantled the Sixers early on, leaving them struggling at 5 for 3. Despite a valiant effort from Jordan Silk and Kurtis Patterson, who scored 57 and 48 respectively, the Sixers fell short, finishing at 161 for 5. The Hurricanes' bowlers, particularly Cameron Gannon and Meredith, played crucial roles in maintaining control throughout the match. The Sixers will host the Challenger match against the winner of the upcoming Sydney Thunder vs. Melbourne Stars elimination final. This match is pivotal as it will determine who advances to face the Hurricanes in the final on January 27.