Hurricanes open title defence with tight win against Thunder
Nikhil Chaudhary, Ben McDermott and Mitchell Owen all contributed at the top for Hurricanes
16/12Result
3rd Match (N), Big Bash League at Hobart, Dec 16 2025
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![Sydney Thunder]( "Sydney Thunder")
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![Hobart Hurricanes]( "Hobart Hurricanes")
181/6 (19.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
16/12Result
3rd Match (N), Big Bash League at Hobart, Dec 16 2025
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![Sydney Thunder]( "Sydney Thunder")
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![Hobart Hurricanes]( "Hobart Hurricanes")
181/6 (19.5/20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Freelance McDermott still sees Australia as the 'pinnacle'
The wicketkeeper-batter will be a key part of Hobart Hurricanes' line-up as they look to defend their title
