The 16th match of the Big Bash League 2024 will be played between Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder tomorrow i.e. 30 December at the Sydney Showground Stadium. The match will start at 1:45 PM IST and will be broadcast live on Disney + Hotstar.
BBL 2024-25, MR vs ST: Head-to-head record
The Sydney Thunder have been dominant in the last 10 games. The Thunder have won 6 matches while the Renegades have won 4. But looking at the current form, the Renegades look stronger. In the last 5 matches, the Renegades have won 3, while the Thunder have won just 1.
BBL 2024-25, Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder: Team Status
The Melbourne Renegades team is in great form at the moment. They are at the second spot in the points table with 2 wins from 3 matches. The team has a net run rate of + 1.496 which testifies to their performance. Under the captaincy of Tim Seifert, the team has won the last two matches and their confidence is high.
Sydney Thunder is no different. They are placed at the fourth spot in the points table with 2 wins from 3 matches. However, the team’s net run rate of + 0.349 is slightly lower. The Cameron Bancroft-led side has made a good start but will look to bounce back after losing the previous game.
Probable Playing XI for Sydney Thunder
Cameron Bancroft (captain and wicketkeeper), David Warner, Jason Sangha, Oliver Davies, Daniel Sams, Chris Green, Nathan McAndrew, Tanveer Sangha, Lockie Ferguson, Daniel Sams, Will Salzman
Melbourne Renegades Probable Playing XI
Tim Seifert (captain & wicketkeeper), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Joe Clarke, Nathan Lyon, Will Sutherland, Tom Rogers, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Harry Dixon, Jake Wells, Matt Harvie
BBL 2024-25, MR vs ST: Weather and Pitch Report
There is a possibility of light rain in Sydney tomorrow. The temperature will be around 22.6 degrees and 50% rain is expected. Wind speed is likely to be around 16 kmph.
Talking about the pitch, the pitch at the Sydney Showground is good for batting. The average first innings score here is 149. The fast bowlers get help at the start and the spinners also get chances to take wickets.
BBL 2024-25, Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder Dream11 Fantasy Tips
BBL 2024-25, MR vs ST Dream11 Prediction: David Warner and Tim Seifert are the two best options. Both are in great shape. Daniel Sams and Will Sutherland are good options for vice-captain. Among the batsmen, it would be beneficial to have Oliver Davies and Jake Fraser-McGurk in the team.
Pick Lockie Ferguson, Adam Zampa and Tom Rogers among the bowlers. Put one of Tim Seifert or Cameron Bancroft in the wicket-keeper.
BBL 2024-25, MR vs ST: Match Prediction
BBL 2024-25, Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder Match Prediction: Given the current form and team combination, Melbourne Renegades’ chances of winning are 60%. Tim Seifert’s form and the team’s balanced combination makes them strong contenders. However, with the presence of experienced players like David Warner and Cameron Bancroft, Sydney Thunder are no less than anyone.
