REN vs STA, BBL|14: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Game Report | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars
23rd match in Big Bash League 2024-25 they will see Melbourne Renegades download at Melbourne Stars at The Gabba in Brisbane.
The Renegades currently hold the 6th spot on the points table with 4 points but are under pressure after two consecutive defeats, including a recent 5-wicket loss to the Adelaide Strikers. On the other hand, the Stars are at the bottom of the table with just one win in six games. However, he will take confidence from his last performance, a morale-boosting 5-wicket win over Brisbane Heat. This clash promises to be a critical encounter as both teams look to rejuvenate their campaigns.
Big Bash League 2024-25 Match 23
- Date and time: January 4; 8:15 GMT/ 19:15 local/ 13:45 IST
- Place of action: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Melbourne Cricket Ground Report
The pitch at the MCG is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. Initially, bowlers, especially those with the new ball, may find some help, while the surface is likely to become more batsman-friendly as the game progresses.
With consistent bounce and pace, the pitch should encourage aggressive hitting, offering hitters opportunities to score freely. However, higher boundaries could affect the scoring rate, requiring a mix of precision and power from the batsmen. This dynamic sets the stage for an intriguing battle as the teams work to balance offense and defense. The conditions promise an exciting match, requiring both bowlers and batsmen to adapt to the evolving challenges.
REN vs STA Dream11 Predictions:
- Gatekeeper: Tim Seifert
- Butters: Hilton Cartwright, Ben Duckett, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Jacob Bethell
- Versatile: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus StoinisWill Sutherland
- Bowlers: Peter Siddle, Adam Zampa, Mark Steketee
REN vs STA Dream11 Captain and Co-Captain Prediction:
Choice 1: Will Sutherland (c), Marcus Stoinis (vc)
Choice 2: Ben Duckett (c), Jacob Bethell (vc)
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REN vs STA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Sam Harper, Daniel Lawrence, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Kane Richardson
REN vs STA Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 4, 8:15 GMT):
Determine:
Melbourne Stars: Ben Duckett, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Daniel Lawrence, Marcus Stoinis (c), Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Usama Mir, Mark Steketee, Joel Paris, Peter Siddle, Jonathan Merlo, Doug Warren, Campbell Kellaway
Melbourne Renegades: Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert (wk), Jacob Bethell, Mackenzie Harvey, Laurie Evans, Will Sutherland (c), Xavier Crone, Adam Zampa, Gurinder Sandhu, Kane Richardson, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Jonathan Wells, Callum Stow
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