Hobart Hurricanes waited thirteen seasons for their first BBL title, and then won it in front of their own crowd. They beat Sydney Thunder in the BBL|14 final at Bellerive Oval, and last season they reached the Challenger again.
This is a team that has shown it can win, and the 2026/27 squad has Adam Zampa, Tim David and Shai Hope.
Hobart Hurricanes at a glance
How last season went
The Hurricanes finished third with six wins from ten, then beat Melbourne Stars by 3 runs on DLS in the Knockout at Bellerive Oval, with Beau Webster named Player of the Match for his 47. They lost the Challenger to Sydney Sixers by 57 runs. Before that, they had won the BBL|14 final at home against Sydney Thunder, They were also runners-up in BBL|03 and BBL|07.
Hobart Hurricanes squad so far
Contracted players named for 2026/27 (club announcements).
Hobart Hurricanes fixtures in IST
Hurricanes fantasy picks
- Beau Webster: the Knockout match-winner with 47 and a handy bowler. A reliable allrounder pick at Bellerive.
- Adam Zampa: a world-class leg-spinner who bowls a full four overs. Strong captain candidate on surfaces that grip.
- Tim David and Mitchell Owen: the finishers. Cheap points when they come in with ten overs left.
- Shai Hope: the overseas wicketkeeper-batter, which means points for runs and for catches and stumpings.
Facts worth knowing
- The Hurricanes beat the Stars on DLS by 3 runs in the 2026 Knockout, after Beau Webster scored 47.
- Hobart play most of their games at Bellerive Oval, with one in Launceston in 2026/27.
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Open BBL hubFrequently asked questions
Have Hobart Hurricanes won the BBL?
Yes, once: they won BBL|14 (2024-25), beating Sydney Thunder in the final at Bellerive Oval.
Who captains Hobart Hurricanes in 2026/27?
Nathan Ellis is listed as captain, with Jeff Vaughan as head coach.
Is Adam Zampa playing for Hobart Hurricanes?
Yes, he is named in the 2026/27 squad.
Where do the Hurricanes play?
Bellerive Oval in Hobart, with one league match in Launceston.
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