NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Australia Top End T20 Series 2025, Match 11

Northern Territory Strike (NTS) will face Hobart Hurricanes Academy (HHA) in the 11th match of the Australian T20 Top End Series at Fred's Pass, Darwin, Australia, on Sunday, 17th August. Northern Territory Strike started their campaign with a big win against Nepal, while Hobart Hurricanes Academy also secured a comfortable victory in their opening game against ACT. In this article, we will learn how to play Dream11 for the NTS vs HHA match and about the best combination for this contest.

NTS vs HHA Match Preview

Northern Territory Strike had a perfect start to their Top End T20 Series 2025 campaign. Batting first, they managed to post a solid total against Nepal, with their middle-order showing good intent. Their bowlers then took charge and bundled out Nepal, sealing a 42-run win. With this all-round performance, Northern Territory Strike have gained confidence early in the tournament and currently sit near the top of the points table.

On the other hand, Hobart Hurricanes Academy also began with a win in their opening match against ACT. Their bowlers restricted ACT to a below-par score, and the batters chased it down comfortably to secure a 7-wicket win. Hobart Hurricanes Academy showed good balance in both departments and will be looking to carry the same momentum into this clash against NTS.

Northern Territory Strike vs Hobart Hurricanes Academy Match Details

NTS vs HHA Dream11 Team Today Stats

• D’Arcy Short was the leading run scorer for his team, Northern Territory Strike, as he scored 51 runs off just 34 balls.
• Thomas Andrews also contributed with the bat, scoring 32 runs off 26 balls for NTS.
• Matt Hammond was the standout bowler for Northern Territory Strike, taking 3 wickets in his 4-over spell. Thomas Andrews also chipped in with 2 wickets.
• For Hobart Hurricanes Academy, Bradley Hope was the top performer with the bat, scoring 65 runs off 51 balls. Macalister Wright supported well with 47 runs off 35 deliveries.
• In the bowling unit, Nivethan Radhakrishnan picked up 2 wickets, while Bradley Hope also added 1 wicket to his name.

NTS vs HHA Injury Updates

As of now, there is no information regarding the injuries from both teams, Northern Territory Strike and Hobart Hurricanes Academy, which makes things even more interesting, as fans can expect their favourite players and the top performers from the previous matches to be included in the NTS vs HHA Playing 11.

NTS vs HHA Toss Prediction

We expect NTS captain, D'Arcy Short, to win the toss and may opt to bat first on this ground, as their batting unit is in form and defending has worked well for them in the previous match.

Record of Chasing Teams at Fred's Pass

The chasing record of the Fred's Pass, Darwin, is balanced, as a total of six matches have been played so far in this tournament, and three matches have been won while chasing, while the other three were won by the teams batting first.

NTS vs HHA Probable Playing 11

NTS vs HHA are both looking to play with their best possible playing XI, as this is still the early stage of the tournament, and teams will need some time to settle their combinations. So we expect both sides to try to balance their squads with a mix of experienced players and youngsters.

Northern Territory Strike Playing 11

D'Arcy Short (C), Jake Weatherald, Jacob Dickman, Connor Carroll, Jordan Silk, Thomas Andrews, Matt Hammond, Cadell McMahon (WK), Kane Richardson, Hamish Martin, Tom Menzies.

Hobart Hurricanes Academy Playing 11

Will Prestwidge, Nivethan Radhakrishnan, Bradley Hope, Macalister Wright (C), Tim Ward, Charlie Wakim, Zac Curtain (WK), Raf MacMillan, Iain Carlisle, Gabe Bell, Billy Stanlake.

Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

• Bradley Hope is the leading run-scorer of the Australia Top End T20 Series 2025, having scored 65 runs at a strike rate of 127.
• Matt Hammond is the leading wicket-taker of the Australia Top End T20 Series 2025, picking up three wickets in this tournament.

NTS vs HHA Captain and Vice Captain Choices

• D’Arcy Short and Bradley Hope are suitable options for the captaincy role in this match as both players are consistent performers and proven match-winners for their teams.
• Macalister Wright and Matt Hammond are excellent vice-captain choices, as both players contribute in key roles and can change the momentum of the game with either bat or ball.

Top Picks for NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction

• D’Arcy Short is an experienced all-rounder who scored 51 runs off 34 balls in the last match and can also contribute with the ball.
• Bradley Hope is a dependable all-rounder who made 65 runs and also picked up one wicket in his last game against ACT.

Budget Picks for NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction

• Thomas Andrews was impressive in the last match as he contributed with both bat and ball, scoring 32 runs and also picking up 2 wickets. He will be a valuable budget pick.
• Nivethan Radhakrishnan bowled a crucial spell for Hobart Hurricanes Academy, picking up 2 wickets in his 3 overs. He can provide important fantasy points.

NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction Grand Contest

• Keeper: C McMahon
• Batter: J Weatherald, J Silk, M Wright
• All-Rounders: D Short(C), Nivethan Radhakrishnan, M Hammond, B Hope(VC)
• Bowlers: K Richardson, Will Prestwidge, T Andrews

NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction Head to Head

• Keeper: C McMahon
• Batter: J Weatherald, C Carroll, M Wright
• All-Rounders: D Short(C), M Hammond, B Hope(VC)
• Bowlers: K Richardson, Will Prestwidge, T Andrews

NTS vs HHA Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 11) Australia Top End T20 Series 2025 Players to Avoid

• J Dickman struggled to make an impact with the bat in the last game and can be avoided for this match.
• Charlie Wakim also failed to contribute significantly in the previous outing, so it might be better to leave him out of your fantasy team for this contest.

NTS vs HHA Weather & Pitch Report at Fred's Pass

• The 11th match of the Australia Top End T20 Series 2025 between NTS vs HHA is expected to be played under hot conditions, as the weather will be partly cloudy with the average temperature around 33°C.
• The surface here has shown good balance between bat and ball. In the previous game at this venue, 171 runs were scored in the first innings, while the chasing side managed only 139 runs. Batters who settle in can score freely, but bowlers, especially pacers, also get assistance. Teams winning the toss might look to bat first here. The average first innings score is close to 160–170 runs.

NTS vs HHA Head-to-Head Records

In terms of NTS vs HHA head-to-head records, NTS and HHA have never faced off in this tournament. They are set to play for the first time against each other in the 11th match of the Australia Top End T20 Series 2025. So, we don’t have enough NTS vs HHA Dream11 head-to-head records for the upcoming match.

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