MS vs MR Match Preview

Teams are working hard to improve their standing on the points table during the current Big Bash League 2024-25. In this context, the Melbourne Renegades will face the Melbourne Stars in their 32nd game. The Renegades beat the Perth Scorchers in their last game and must win here. The Melbourne Stars won their most recent game against the Sydney Sixers. Both teams need to win this game in order to advance to the next round. The Melbourne Renegades won only one of their last four games and lost to the Stars earlier this season.

MS vs MR Match Details

Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades – 32th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Marvel Stadium, Docklands

Date & Time: 12th January 2025 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MS vs MR Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	187
Avg 2nd inn score	179
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

MS vs MR Pitch Report

The pitch is ideal for batting because the ball comes easily onto the bat. Bowlers have a difficult time here, and the side that bats first must keep a target score of 190 runs in mind, and the average first-innings score is 183.

MS vs MR Weather Report

There will be clear skies, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

MS vs MR Last Five Matches

MR ( Melbourne Renegades )	W L L L W
MS ( Melbourne Stars )	W W W L L

MS vs MR Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	MS Won	MR Won	Tie	NR
Overall	17	9	8	0	0
Last 5	5	3	2	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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MS vs MR Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades Probable Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars Probable Playing XIs

Marcus Stoinis (c), Ben Duckett, Sam Harper (wk), Beau Webster, Daniel Lawrence, Glenn Maxwell, Hilton Cartwright, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Mark Steketee, Peter Siddle

Topmost Picks for MS vs MR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades

• Tim Seifert – Tim Seifert has struggled with his form this season and must deliver a strong start.
• Adam Zampa – Adam Zampa was outstanding once again in the last match, 3-27 in his 4 overs.

Top Picks – Melbourne Stars

• Glenn Maxwell – Glenn Maxwell adds X-factor to this lineup and will look to add quick runs, scoring 58 runs off 32 balls.
• Mark Steketee –  Mark Steketee did not have a great game in his last outing, but we are going to stick with him because with six wickets

MS vs MR Probable Winners:

Both teams will be pressed to win this game and remain in contention for the playoffs. The Melbourne Renegades have been inconsistent over the last two weeks, and the middle order needs to take more responsibility to provide a strong performance. The Melbourne Stars have won their last three games and are gaining momentum, which gives them an advantage. Considering the team combination, Melbourne Stars is expected to win this match.