On Wednesday, 1 April, The Hobart Hurricanes will celebrate its annual awards night alongside Cricket Tasmania, recognising outstanding performances across the WBBL11 & BBL15 seasons
Winners will be announced throughout the night on social media, and the following day on our website and to members via email.
The following awards and medals will be presented to Hurricanes players:
Medals
- BBL15 Player of the Year
- WBBL11 Player of the Year
It is with great pleasure that we announce the following players medal finalists:
BBL|15 Player of the Year
Nikhil Chaudhary
Runs: 307 | HS: 79 | Avg: 30.70
The Hurricanes all-rounder had another strong season in purple in his third year as part of the Big Bash set-up. Playing different roles across the season – opening the batting early before moving into the middle order, Nikhil Chaudhary was a reliable option throughout the campaign. He scored 307 runs at an average of 30.07 and a strike rate of 153.50, including the most runs in the Power Surge (96 at a strike rate of 246.2) of any batter in the entire league. His high score of 79 off 39 balls at GMHBA Stadium was also a standout performance for the team.
Nathan Ellis
Wickets: 14 | BB: 3/30 | Avg: 21.28 | Econ: 9.03
The always-consistent skipper of the Hobart Hurricanes had another incredibly impactful year in purple. Taking 14 wickets across the season – 10 of which came in his last five games, Nathan Ellis continued to be one of the most successful pace bowlers in the country. Relying heavily on his change-ups and variety of slower balls, Ellis is respected across the entire Big Bash for his prowess with the ball in hand across all facets of the game.
Rishad Hossain
Wickets: 15 | BB: 3/26 | Avg: 20.86 | Econ: 7.82
In his first year in purple, Bangladeshi leg-spinner Rishad Hossain had a breakout season. After being drafted by the Hurricanes in BBL|14 and unable to play, 15 wickets in his first year of the Big Bash was a great return. Rishad led all Hurricanes players in the wicket-taking column and was often used early, straight out of the Powerplay, playing a key role for the ’Canes. He had best figures of 3–26 against the Strikers and is every chance to take out this year’s award.
Chris Jordan
Wickets: 7 | BB: 4/19 | Avg: 40.28 | Econ: 8.54.
Playing for the Hurricanes in his third consecutive season, Chris Jordan continued his great form in purple. Bowling key overs in the powerplay and at the death, he played a crucial role in helping the Hurricanes reach another deep BBL finals run. Despite not being required to bat as often as in previous seasons, his performance against the Renegades - where he tore through their top order after taking the new ball on his way to 4-19, was a highlight from his year.
WBBL|11 Player of the Year
Nicola Carey
Runs: 180 | HS: 58* | Avg: 45.00 | Wickets: 10 | BB: 2/10 | Avg: 25.60 | Econ: 7.52
Nicola Carey continued her dominance with both bat and ball in WBBL|11, earning a return to the Australian set-up following her consistent all-round performances for the Hurricanes. Taking 10 wickets in a new role opening the bowling, she played a key role in the ’Canes attack. Carey also batted at number four, scoring 180 runs at an average of 45.00, often finishing innings unbeaten as she guided the team to victory.
Heather Graham
Wickets: 16 | BB: 4/29 | Avg: 18.43 | Econ: 7.76
Heather Graham continues to be one of the most consistent performers for the Hurricanes with the ball, year on year. Taking 16 wickets across 11 games, she was crucial early in the season as the Hurricanes opened their campaign with a 4–0 winning streak. She remained a reliable contributor across all three phases of the game and in the field.
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Runs: 205 | HS: 81 | Avg: 22.77 | Wickets: 6 | BB: 2/22 | Avg: 26.66 | Econ: 8.42
In her first season in purple, Nat Sciver‑Brunt played a key role in delivering the Hurricanes their first piece of silverware. One of the best all‑round players in the world, she brought immense experience and quality to both the batting and bowling line‑up for the ’Cane Train. Batting at number three and contributing with the ball during the back end of the WBBL, Sciver‑Brunt’s 205 runs and six wickets proved vital to the Hurricanes’ success.
Danni Wyatt-Hodge
Runs: 432 | HS: 90 | Avg: 48.00
In her second year playing in Hobart, Danni Wyatt-Hodge played an important role in delivering the Hurricanes their first-ever WBBL title. Opening the batting alongside Lizelle Lee, the pair would often get the ’Canes off to a flyer, combining for 432 runs across 11 innings at an average of 48.00, as Wyatt-Hodge dominated bowlers throughout the season. She scored four half-centuries across the tournament and only trailed Meg Lanning for the most runs in the entire WBBL.