Get the best REN vs SIX match 18 preview, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and data for the 18th encounter of BBL 2026. Expert examination and more with Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers.
REN vs SIX Match 18 Prediction
Melbourne Renegades take on Sydney Sixers in Match 18 of BBL 2026 on January 1. Docklands Stadium in Melbourne hosts this exciting encounter between two competitive sides. Sydney Sixers have dominated Renegades historically in head-to-head BBL 2026 clashes over the years.
Renegades won their BBL 2026 opener by 14 runs but then lost two straight games. Both defeats came against defending champions Hobart Hurricanes while defending totals unsuccessfully. Their losing streak puts pressure on them going into this battle.
Sydney Sixers lost their first two games in heartbreaking last-over finishes. They bounced back with a big 47-run win against the Sydney Thunder impressively. However, they lost their fourth match by seven wickets while batting first in REN vs SIX history.
Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Docklands Stadium stages its first game of this season right now. Historical data shows eight of 11 completed T20s favoured teams batting first here. This venue typically produces high-scoring encounters with plenty of runs on offer.
The pitch offers very little help for bowlers trying to pick wickets early. Batters enjoy smashing runs freely on this flat surface throughout matches here. This pitch report suggests another run-fest is expected in today’s game between these teams.
Sky stays clear with temperatures between 26-30°C at the venue tonight. Humidity measures just 34%, making conditions dry and comfortable for everyone. No rain threatens play, so the full contest happens without interruptions or delays.
Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 20
Melbourne Renegades: 5
Sydney Sixers: 14
NR: 1
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Melbourne Renegades (REN) Playing XI
Josh Brown
Tim Seifert
Mohammad Rizwan
Jake Fraser-McGurk
Oliver Peake
Hassan Khan
Will Sutherland (c)
Gurinder Sandhu
Andrew Tye
Adam Zampa
Jason Behrendorff
Sydney Sixers (SIX) Playing XI
Daniel Hughes
Babar Azam
Josh Philippe
Moises Henriques (c)
Jack Edwards
Joel Davies
Jordan Silk
Ben Dwarshuis
Ben Manenti
Sean Abbott
Kane Richardson
REN vs SIX Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Tim Seifert (c), Mohammad Rizwan, Josh Philippe (vc)
Batsmen: Josh Brown, Babar Azam, Moises Henriques
All-rounders: Will Sutherland, Jack Edwards
Bowlers: Jason Behrendorff, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott
Captain Choices for the Dream11
- Tim Seifert makes an excellent captain choices for your Dream11 team today
- Josh Philippe can score big points as a captain or vice-captain pick
Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers Preview: Players to Avoid
- Hayden Kerr won’t play in today’s Playing XI lineup
- Mitchell Perry will not feature in this Playing XI either
This REN vs SIX Prediction report suggests exciting content for the BBL 2026 season. Today’s toss and pitch win will favors the chasing side. Captain choices should be from in-form players. Win probability suggests SIX have 53% chances to win and 47% for REN.
