STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Big Bash League T20 2025-26, Match 5

Melbourne Stars will take on Hobart Hurricanes in the 5th match of the Big Bash League T20 2025-26 at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne on 18th December. The Melbourne Stars team will be led by Marcus Stoinis, and the Hobart Hurricanes will be led by Nathan Ellis.

With this article, we bring you the Dream11 prediction for today's match, STR vs HUR, to help fantasy players pick the best team. This will also guide you with the best STR vs HUR today Dream11 team prediction.

STR vs HUR Match Preview

Melbourne Stars will be up against Hobart Hurricanes in the fifth match of the BBL. This match will be played in Melbourne. Melbourne Stars will be in action for the first time this season, and they will be led by Marcus Stoinis. They have a very balanced squad and will be keen to go all the way in this edition.

On the other hand, Hobart Hurricanes won their opening match of the season against Sydney Thunder by four wickets. They successfully chase down the target of 181 runs. Nikhil Chaudhary scored 41 runs off 31 balls, while Ben McDermott scored 38 runs off 24 balls and helped his team to chase down the target.

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes Match Details

STR vs HUR Dream11 Team Today Stats

• Melbourne Stars all-rounder Glenn Maxwell was the top scorer for the team in their last match of the previous season. He scored 28 runs off 21 balls, including 3 fours and 1 six. He is an excellent candidate for the STR vs HUR Dream11 prediction for today's match.
• Right-arm medium-fast bowler Tom Curran was the leading wicket-taker for the Melbourne Stars in their last match. He took two wickets in his spell. According to our STR vs HUR Dream11 prediction for today, he is expected to be a major player.
• Hobart Hurricanes opening batsman Nikhil Chaudhary was the standout player for the Hobart Hurricanes as he scored 41 runs off 31 balls in their last match. He is a top choice for the STR vs HUR Dream11 team prediction.
• Right-arm pacer Billy Stanlake was the top wicket-taker for the Hobart Hurricanes with two wickets at an economy rate of 8.5. Our prediction for the STR vs HUR Dream11 match today indicates that he will play an important role.

STR vs HUR Injury Update Today

Fans will be able to expect their favourite players and big performers to be included in their STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Team. All players from both lineups are fully fit and available to play.

STR vs HUR Toss Prediction

We expect Melbourne Stars captain Marcus Stoinis to win the toss and may opt to bowl first on this ground, as previous records and pitch conditions favour the team that bowls first on this ground.

Record of Chasing Teams at Melbourne Cricket Ground

The chasing record at Melbourne Cricket Ground is average. The team chasing the score has won 47 times in the 83 matches played at this venue in the T20 format, while the team batting first has won 35 games.

STR vs HUR Probable Playing 11

STR vs HUR are both looking to play with their best possible playing XI, as this is a new tournament, and all teams will need some time to find their best playing XI. So we expect STR vs HUR to try to balance their squads with both young and experienced players.

Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

• This is going to be the first match for Melbourne Stars, so we do not have any previous match records. The data regarding the highest run scorers and highest wicket takers for this match is not available.
• However, both teams possess some of the top players who can be crucial for the upcoming match. Here are the expected highest run-scorers and wicket-takers for this match.

STR vs HUR Captain and Vice Captain Choices

• For this match, Glenn Maxwell and Tim David emerged as the top captaincy choices, as both players are match-winners and can turn the game with their match-winning performance.
• For vice-captaincy choices, Marcus Stoinis and Mitchell Owen are the perfect choice for vice-captain. Both players have shown match-winning potential and are performing outstandingly this year.

Top Picks for STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction

• Hobart Hurricanes opener Nikhil Chaudhary scored 41 runs in the last game and will be a key player for the team.
• One of the best all-rounders in the world, Chris Jordan, is a quality all-rounder and scored 16 runs while also picking up two wickets in the last game.

Budget Picks for STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction

• Billy Stanlake picked up three wickets in the last game and will be a budget pick against this opposition.
• Mitchell Owen looked in good touch, scoring 32 runs in the last game. Back him to put up a good performance.

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

Keeper: B McDermott, J Clarke
Batters: G Maxwell, H Cartwright, T David
All-rounders: M Stoinis, C Jordan, N Chaudhary, M Owen
Bowlers: B Stanlake, H Rauf

Best Dream11 Team Today

Keeper: M Wade
Batters: G Maxwell, T Fraser, T David
All-rounders: M Stoinis, T Curran, N Chaudhary, M Owen
Bowlers: B Stanlake, P Siddle, N Ellis

STR vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 5) Big Bash League T20 2025-26 Players to Avoid

• Ward has struggled to put up an impactful performance in the last few games and can be avoided for this match.
• Merlo has struggled to deliver an impactful performance in the last few games, so it might be advisable to avoid selecting him for this match in your STR vs HUR Dream11 today team prediction.

STR vs HUR Weather & Pitch Report at Melbourne Cricket Ground

The weather in Melbourne for the 5th match of the Big Bash League T20 2025-26 is expected to be sunny. There is no chance of rain, with the temperature around 35°C.

According to the Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch report, the surface is a good place to test batters because of its hard deck and large field, making it worth watching how teams pace their innings, and the large square boundaries often make clearing the rope harder than at smaller venues. The average score at this venue is 160 runs.

STR vs HUR Head-to-Head Records

Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes have played against each other 10 times in the last five years, and Melbourne Stars have come out as the winners six times, while Hobart Hurricanes have managed to win four matches.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis and experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news or work with insider news and will not be responsible for monetary loss to the users following the analysis.