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The Hobart Hurricanes lit up the Bellerive Oval to secure a commanding 7-wicket victory over the Sydney Thunder in the final of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25, chasing down a daunting 183-run target in just 14.1 overs. It was a night to remember for Mitchell Owen, whose scintillat🍨ing century sealed the title for the Hurricanes.
Jason Sangha shines as Sydney Thunder post a competitive total
After being put in to bat, the Sydney Thunder posted a formidable total of 182/7 in their 20 overs. Batter Jason Sangha led from the front, smashing an impressive 67 off 42 balls, including five boundaries and two maximums. Captain David Warner played an equally crucial role, contributing 48 off 32 deliveries with his aggressive stroke play. Late cameos from Sam Billings (20 off 14) and Oliver Davies (26 off 19) added some much-n🔯eeded momentum in the middle overs.
The Hurricanes’ bowlers, however, kept their composure and ensured the Thunder did not cross the 200-run mark. Nathan Ellis was the pick of the bowlers, scalping 3 wickets for♚ just 23 runs in his four overs, while Riley Meredith also claimed 3 wickets, concedi✅ng 27 runs.
Mitchell Owen’s splendid ton powers Hobart Hurricanes to title victory
In response, the Hurricanes unleashed an extraordinary batting performance, spearheaded by Owen. The opener played an innings for the ages, smashing an unbeaten 108 off just 42 balls, laced with 6 fours and 11 towering sixes. His remarkable knock not only dismantled the Thunder’s bowling attack but also ensured the chase was a one-sided affair.
Supporting Owen at the other end, Matthew Wade contributed a brisk 32 off 17 balls, while Ben McDermott chipped in with a handy 18 off 12 dꦓeliveries. Despite a couple of earl🐲y blows, Owen’s relentless assault kept the Hurricanes ahead of the required rate, sealing the win in just 14.1 overs.
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Here is how fans reacted
💜 HOBART'S HEROES 💜
The have won their FIRST BBL TITLE!
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL)
Serious knock by big boy Owen , great 100 in a final . Nice to have another member in the sub 40 ball 100 club . Ma♛ybe we can take that player of the match KFC voucher and settle it over an eat off
— craig simmons (@craigsimmons13)
UNBELIEVABLE! TASMANIA, WE DID IT!
WE ARE BBL|14 CHAMPIONS!
— Hobart Hurricanes (@HurricanesBBL)
Not to be for us tonight.
Congratulations to on their first BBL title.
Thunder Nation, thank you for believing in us. We'll be back.
— Sydney Thunder (@ThunderBBL)
This is unbelievable strikingꩲ from Mitchell ꦉOwen 🤩 WOW
— Sam Curran (@CurranSM)
NATHAN ELLIS HAS WON BIG BASH AS A CAPTAIN 💛
– Ellis is part of CSK in IPL 2025…!!!
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)
HOBART HURRICAN✱ES ARE THE BB🍰L CHAMPIONS 2025-26. 🏆
– Mitchell Owen is the hero. 🎖️
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)
CSK blood N꧒athan Ellis has led Hobart Hurricanes to their first BBL trophy.
— Div🦁 (@div_yumm)
Hobart Hurricanes national BBL champions.
Tasmanian Jackjumpers national NBL champions.
Tasmanian woman 3x cricket national champions.
And the Tassie Devils are now just 3 years away.Tasmania is the sporting capital of Australia.
— David Lithgow (@lithgowflashman)
🚨 HOBART HURRICANES – THE CHAMPIONS OF BBL 2025 🚨
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh)
Hobart Hurricanes won their first BBL title🏆
— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
The HURRICANE named Owen.
One of the best knocks you’d 🌱ever see in a final…in a run-chase. Unreal.— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash)
