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In a fiery display of fast bowling, the Melbourne Renegades annihilated the Hobart Hurricanes in the 5th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024, bowling them out for their lowest-ever total in BBL history. The Hurricanes managed to muster only 74 runs, a record-low performance that highlighted the Renegades’ dominance.
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Renegades Opt to Bowl First on a Pacers’ Paradise
Winning the toss, the Renegades opted to bowl first on a pitch tailor-made for their pace attack. The decision proved to be spot on as the Hurricanes’ batting lineup collapsed under relentless pressure.
Key Bowling Performances
- Tom Rogers set the tone early, claiming three crucial wickets and nearly achieving a hat-trick in his opening spell.
- Fergus O’Neill followed with a devastating triple-wicket over, dismantling the middle order.
- Will Sutherland polished off the tail with another three-wicket haul, ensuring the Hurricanes couldn’t recover.
The Hurricanes’ star batter Matthew Wade was dismissed for just 5 runs, and none of their batters managed to score beyond the teens.
Hobart Hurricanes’ Lowest Totals in BBL History
This dismal performance marked the lowest-ever total for the Hobart Hurricanes in the history of the tournament. Here’s how it compares to their previous lows:
| Score | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74/10 | Melbourne Renegades | Geelong | 2024 |
| 91/10 | Sydney Sixers | Sydney | 2015 |
| 98/10 | Perth Scorchers | Hobart | 2020 |
| 109/10 | Sydney Thunder | Launceston | 2017 |
| 111/10 | Melbourne Renegades | Hobart | 2014 |
What’s Next?
The Renegades’ stunning bowling performance has sent shockwaves through the BBL, proving their credentials as serious title contenders this season. On the other hand, the Hurricanes will need to regroup quickly to avoid a repeat of such a catastrophic display.
For now, the Renegades will revel in their record-breaking win as the Hurricanes face the daunting task of rebuilding their campaign.
