SS vs MR Match Preview

The Sydney Sixers will face the Melbourne Renegades in their 2nd game of the 2024-25 Big Bash League at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The match is scheduled for December 16 at 01:45 PM. It will be a difficult game for the visitors, who are missing some of their key players in the batting lineup.

SS vs MR Match Details

Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades – 02nd Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground - Moore Park

Date & Time: 16th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SS vs MR Venue Stats

SS 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 130 runs in mind, as the average first-innings score is 183.

SS vs MR Weather Report

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

SS vs MR Last Five Matches

SS vs MR Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SS vs MR Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Probable Playing XIs

Josh Philippe (wk), Kurtis Patterson, Steven Smith, Moises Henriques (c), James Vince, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Todd Murphy, Jackson Bird

Topmost Picks for SS vs MR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades

• Jake Fraser-McGurk –  Jake Fraser-McGurk has become the talk of the town over the last year following his outstanding performance in the BBL and IPL last season. With 257 runs, he was also the leading scorer.
• Peter Siddle – Peter Siddle has been one of the most consistent bowlers for Melbourne Renegades heading into this campaign.

Top Picks – Sydney Sixers

• Moises Henriques – Moises Henriques had an excellent season as captain, leading his team to the front. Henriques had been one of his team's leading scorers, with 257 runs.
• Ben Dwarshuis –  Ben Dwarshuis was one of the Sydney Sixers' main bowlers last season, and he had a fantastic campaign. With 17 wickets, Dwarshuis was the top wicket-taker.

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

Josh Philippe, Tim Seifert, James Vince, Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk(VC), Will Sutherland, Moises Henriques(C), Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson

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

Josh Philippe, Tim Seifert, James Vince, Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Will Sutherland(C), Moises Henriques, Hayden Kerr, Sean Abbott(VC), Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Will Sutherland, Moises Henriques

Vice-captain – Sean Abbott, Jake Fraser-McGurk

Wicketkeeper – Josh Philippe

SS vs MR Probable Winners:

This will be the Big Bash League's second match in 2024/25. The teams had contrasting fortunes the previous season. The Sydney Sixers advanced to the knockout phase before falling short in the Final to the Brisbane Heat. The Melbourne Renegades had trouble throughout the season and finished seventh on the table. The Sixers will benefit from their home-court advantage in Sydney. With their recent dominance over their visitors, they will be strong favorites in this match. Considering the team combination, Sydney Sixers is expected to win this match.