MR vs HH Match Preview

This is the fifth game of the Big Bash League 2024-25. The Melbourne Renegades will try to make a big return when they face the Hobart Hurricanes. The Renegades had a bad start to the campaign, losing to the Sydney Sixers in their opening game. The Hurricanes' season begins with this game, and they will want to win and set the tone for the remainder of the season.

MR vs HH Match Details

Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes – 05th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: GMHBA Stadium, South Geelong

Date & Time: 19th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MR vs HH Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	177
Avg 2nd inn score	169
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

MR vs HH 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 130 runs in mind, as the average first-innings score is 183.

MR vs HH Weather Report

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

MR vs HH Last Five Matches

HH ( Hobart Hurricanes )	L L L L W
MR ( Melbourne Renegades )	W W L L W

MR vs HH Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	MR Won	HH Won	Tie	NR
Overall	13	8	5	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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MR vs HH Probable Playing XIs:

Hobart Hurricanes Probable Playing XIs

Melbourne Renegades Probable Playing XIs

Will Sutherland (c), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert (wk), Mackenzie Harvey, Laurie Evans, Hassan Khan, Fergus O'Neill, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa

Topmost Picks for MR vs HH Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Hobart Hurricanes

• Ben McDermott – Ben McDermott had a sensational campaign last season as he was one of the most consistent batsmen last season. With 261 runs he was the leading run scorer.
• Nathan Ellis – Nathan Ellis was one of the most important bowlers for Hobart Hurricanes last season as he bagged 12 wickets and was the leading wicket taker.

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades

• Jake Fraser-McGurk – Jake Fraser-McGurk had a decent start to the campaign as he scored 21 off 12 balls. He was incredible last season as he scored 257 runs and was the leading run scorer.
• Tom Rogers –  Even though Tom Rogers did not have a great start to the campaign regardless we are going to back him once again as he was one of the most consistent bowlers

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for MR vs HH Dream11 Team:

Joe Clarke, Colin Munro, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis(C), Matt Renshaw, Tom Curran, Paul Walter, Adam Milne, Peter Siddle, Xavier Bartlett(VC), Mitchell Swepson

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for MR vs HH Dream11 Team:

Joe Clarke, Jimmy Peirson, Colin Munro, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran(C), Paul Walter(VC), Adam Milne, Peter Siddle, Beau Webster, Mitchell Swepson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Marcus Stoinis, Tom Curran

Vice-captain – Xavier Bartlett, Paul Walter

Wicketkeeper – Joe Clarke

MR vs HH Probable Winners:

The Melbourne Renegades will have minimal confidence. Their struggles from the previous season persisted in their opening game this season. The bowling attack must perform for the squad to win this game. The Hobart Hurricanes have a formidable batting lineup and a favorable record versus the Renegades. It will be a competitive game, although the Hurricanes will be the favorites. Considering the team combination, Hobart Hurricanes is expected to win this match.