STA Playing 11 for Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes Big Bash League T20; Top Picks, Fantasy Cricket Tips For STA vs HUR Dream11 Team Prediction

Melbourne Stars playing 11: Melbourne Stars lost a close encounter in their opening fixture. They fought hard with the ball but not really performed with the bat in a manner they would have liked. Marcus Stoinis getting dismissed for nought dented any chance of them putting up a big score in the first innings. Their bowling was really impressive and they had their skipper Adam Zampa come to the party who kept Melbourne Stars in the came by picking up wickets in regular intervals.

Melbourne Stars playing 11 team news

• Joe Burns retired hurt in the first game and it is likely to he will be replaced by Brody Couch as a like for like replacement.
• Melbourne Stars are expected to go in with the same side that played against Sydney Thunder in the first game.

STA playing 11

1. Joe Clarke
2. Tom Rogers
3. Joe Burns/Brody Couch
4. Nick Larkin
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Hilton Cartwright
7. Nathan Coulter Nile
8. Beau Webster
9. Luke Wood
10. Trent Boult
11. Adam Zampa

Melbourne Stars squad

Adam Zampa, Trent Boult, Joe Burns, Hilton Cartwright, Joe Clarke, Brody Couch, Nathan Coulter Nile, Clint Hinchliffe, Nick Larkin, Tom Rogers, Marcus Stoinis, Beau Webster, Luke Wood

Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes Dream11 prediction

Here are the best fantasy picks for the match from STA

• Marcus Stoinis is a household name at the BBL level and must be an easy straightforward choice for captain in grand leagues. He can make massive impact if he gets going.

• Nathan Coulter Nile performed with both bat and ball in the first match. He has to repeat his performance throughout this season for Stars to have a chance.

• Trent Boult bowled really well and there were no surprises in him doing well at this level. He is a class act and can be a good option for vice captain in grand leagues.