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The 10th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 will witness an exciting clash between the Perth Scorchers (SCO) and the Melbourne Renegades (REN).

Date: December 23, 2024
Time: 01:45 PM IST

Venue: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne � This indoor stadium ensures no interruptions from rain. The pitch is balanced, favoring both batsmen and bowlers, with an average score of 160-170.

Pitch and Stats:

  • In 64 matches played here, teams batting first have won 28 times, while teams chasing have won 36 times.
  • Pacers have taken 26 wickets in the last 4 matches, while spinners have claimed 14 wickets.

REN vs SCO: Predicted Playing XI

Melbourne Renegades:

Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert (wk), Laurie Evans, Jacob Bethell, Mackenzie Harvey, Will Sutherland (c), Fergu O’Neill, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Tom Rogers.

Perth Scorchers:

Finn Allen (wk), Keaton Jennings, Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Ashton Turner (c), Matthew Hurst, Ashton Agar, Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris.

REN vs SCO: Full Squads

Perth Scorchers Squad: Finn Allen, Keaton Jennings, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis(w), Ashton Turner(c), Matthew Hurst, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Andrew Tye, Bryce Jackson, Matthew Kelly, Matthew Spoors

Melbourne Renegades Squad: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert(w), Jacob Bethell, Laurie Evans, Mackenzie Harvey, Will Sutherland(c), Fergus O Neill, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Gurinder Sandhu, Callum Stow, Jonathan Wells

Pitch Report for REN vs SCO

The Docklands Stadium, Melbourne, is set to host the thrilling clash between the Melbourne Renegades (REN) and the Perth Scorchers (SCO). The pitch at this venue is known to be a flat track, providing batters with opportunities to score big. However, the overall batting conditions are rated as average, requiring skill and patience from players to build their innings. For the bowlers, pacers will enjoy the pace and bounce offered by the surface, especially in the initial overs. At the same time, spinners might find the conditions average, relying on their variations to trouble the batters.

REN vs SCO Head to Head Records

StatDetails
Total Matches20
Won by Melbourne Renegades3
Won by Perth Scorchers16
No Result1

Historically, Perth Scorchers have the upper hand, but Melbourne Renegades� current form gives them a slight edge on paper.

REN vs SCO Today Dream11 Prediction

Dream11 Small League Team (Safe Picks)

Focus on consistent performers and balanced team composition.
Wicket-Keepers:

  1. Tim Seifert (REN)

Batters:

  1. Nick Hobson
  2. Laurie Evans (REN)
  3. Keaton Jennings (SCO)
  4. Jake Fraser-McGurk (REN)

All-Rounders:

  1. Ashton Agar (SCO)
  2. Will Sutherland (REN)

Bowlers:

  1. Jhye Richardson (SCO)
  2. Jason Behrendorff (SCO)
  3. Kane Richardson (REN)
  4. Adam Zampa (REN)

Captain: Jake Fraser-McGurk
Vice-Captain: Jhye Richardson

Dream11 Grand League Team (Risky Picks for High Returns)

Include differential picks and potential game-changers.
Wicket-Keepers:

  1. Finn Allen (SCO)
  2. Tim Seifert (REN)
  • Batters:
  • Cooper Connolly (SCO)
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk (REN)
  • Mackenzie Harvey (REN)
  • All-Rounders:
  • Ashton Agar (SCO)
  • Jacob Bethell (REN)
  • Bowlers:
  • Lance Morris (SCO)
  • Kane Richardson (REN)
  • Adam Zampa (REN)
  • Tom Rogers (REN)

Captain: Adam Zampa
Vice-Captain: Finn Allen

Why did we pick them?

  • Tim Seifert (Melbourne Renegades): A strong start to the tournament with 92 runs in two matches, boasting a strike rate of 150.81.
  • Ashton Turner (Perth Scorchers): Accumulated 76 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 138.18, with a top score of 39.
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk (Melbourne Renegades): Known for his aggressive batting, he’s due for a significant contribution.
  • Will Sutherland (Melbourne Renegades): Demonstrated versatility with 36 runs and five wickets in the tournament, making him a valuable asset.
  • Cooper Connolly (Perth Scorchers): Contributed 78 runs and secured one wicket in the last two matches, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
  • Jason Behrendorff (Perth Scorchers): Maintained impressive figures with 1/19 and 2/21 in the current season, indicating his effectiveness.
  • Tom Stewart (Melbourne Renegades): A consistent wicket-taker with four wickets in the last two matches, expected to leverage the favorable conditions.

BBL 2024-25 Fantasy Cricket Tips

For the upcoming REN vs SCO match, Tim Seifert is expected to score the majority of the runs for the Melbourne Renegades, given his current form and adaptability to the conditions. Meanwhile, Kane Richardson is likely to take full advantage of the pitch’s pace and bounce, making him a key bowler for the Renegades in this encounter. Both players are crucial picks for any Dream11 lineup.

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