Drama, skill, and sheer grit defined the Big Bash League showdown where Hobart Hurricanes edged Brisbane Heat by three runs in a match for the ages. The Hurricanes’ tactical acumen shone through as they defended 167 with composure.
Batting first, Hurricanes recovered from early blows thanks to Wade’s anchoring 40 and David’s match-winning 52. Jewell added 38, and the finishing touches came from tail-enders, pushing the total to 167/6 despite Bartlett and Swepson’s wickets.
Heat’s pursuit began steadily but ignited with Brown’s mayhem – 67 off 32 balls with eight boundaries and four maximums. Khawaja (29) and Peirson (51) supported, but spin duo Dooley and Rogers dismantled the middle order, taking four wickets between them.
Neser’s unbeaten 28 nearly turned the tide, but Ellis’s 3/28, including key scalps, sealed the deal. Heat ended at 164/7, their last-ball single falling short of the target. Meredith’s final over heroics – conceding just 7 – were decisive.
Hurricanes celebrate a morale-boosting win that strengthens their top-four claim. Heat skipper rues dropped catches and bowling lapses. As BBL enters its business end, expect fireworks in upcoming fixtures.