The Hobart Hurricanes are set to welcome back Beau Webster for their match against the Melbourne Renegades on March 15, 2024, after he was temporarily released from Australia’s Ashes Test squad. This highly anticipated return follows the Hurricanes’ recent victory over the Renegades just eight days prior. The match will take place at Hobart’s Blundstone Arena, with the bat flip scheduled for 18:30 AEDT and the first ball to be bowled at 19:15 local time.
Webster, who hails from Snug in Tasmania, has not played for the Hurricanes since BBL|06. His return marks a significant boost for the team, especially in light of injuries to key players. The 32-year-old joins Matthew Wade and Hugo Burdon in a squad that has been reshuffled due to the season-ending injury of big-hitter Tim David. David has been ruled out for the remainder of the tournament following a grade two hamstring strain, a setback that the Hurricanes aim to overcome with these strategic inclusions.
The Hurricanes have made several changes, with Jackson Bird and Will Prestwidge also omitted from the 14-man squad. Meanwhile, the Renegades have made a tactical adjustment by bringing back Caleb Jewell, who replaces Fergus O’Neill in the lineup. This reshuffling reflects both teams’ efforts to enhance their performance as the tournament progresses.
Fans can follow the match live, with comprehensive coverage available through various platforms such as FOX CRICKET and Kayo Sports. This encounter promises to be a thrilling clash as both teams vie for supremacy in the KFC BBL this season.
In their last meeting, the Hobart Hurricanes showcased a formidable performance, and the Renegades will be looking to avenge that loss. With Webster back in action, the stakes are high, and the atmosphere at Blundstone Arena is expected to be electric as both teams take the field.
