Thu Jan 16 12:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Hurricanes Storm Past Heat in Thrilling Gabba Chase

**Brisbane, Australia:** The Hobart Hurricanes secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over the Brisbane Heat at the Gabba, extending their unbeaten streak to eight games. Chasing a challenging 202, the Hurricanes openers, Celeb Jewell (76 off 49) and Mitchell Owen (44 off 20), laid the foundation with an explosive 80-run partnership in just 6.5 overs. While Owen’s fiery cameo was cut short, Jewell anchored the innings, receiving valuable support from Nikhil Chaudhary (39 off 27).

Despite a late wobble that saw the Hurricanes needing 13 runs off the final seven balls, Matthew Wade and Jake Doran steered their team to victory with a six off the final ball.

Earlier, Marnus Labuschagne celebrated his BBL return with a stunning 77 off 44 balls, forming the core of the Heat’s innings. His 69-run stand with Matt Renshaw (40 off 25) propelled the Heat to a strong total, despite contributions from Usman Khawaja (23 off 9) and Tom Alsop (39 off 27). Nathan Ellis (3-42) was the pick of the Hurricanes’ bowlers, while debutant Marcus Bean impressed with figures of 1-32.

Spencer Johnson (3-26) was the most successful bowler for the Heat, picking up key wickets in the run chase. However, the Hurricanes’ power hitting, coupled with dropped catches early in their innings, proved too much for the Heat to overcome.

The victory solidifies the Hurricanes’ position at the top of the BBL points table.

**Brief Scores:** Brisbane Heat 201/6 (Marnus Labuschagne 77; Nathan Ellis 3-42) lost to Hobart Hurricanes 207/5 (Celeb Jewell 76; Spencer Johnson 3-26) by five wickets.

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