ST vs MR Match Preview

The Melbourne Renegades will face the Sydney Thunder in the 16th match of the 2024-25 Big Bash League (BBL). Both teams are on a high after winning their first games, and they'll be looking to keep that momentum going. The Renegades, on the other hand, have a significant advantage, having not lost to the Thunder in their previous four meetings. This history provides them with a psychological edge going into the battle. 

ST vs MR Match Details 

Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades – 16th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25

Venue: Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

Date & Time: 30th December 2024 at 01:45 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

ST vs MR Venue Stats

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

ST 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, and the average first-innings score is 183.

ST vs MR Weather Report

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

ST vs MR Last Five MatcheMR

MR ( Melbourne Renegades )	W L W W W
ST ( Sydney Thunder )	W L L L L

ST vs MR Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	ST Won	MR Won	Tie	NR
Overall	12	5	7	0	0
Last 5	5	2	3	0	0

Injury News

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

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ST vs MR Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades Probable Playing XIs

Sydney Thunder Probable Playing XIs

David Warner (c), Sam Konstas, Cameron Bancroft, Oliver Davies, Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Lockie Ferguson, Tanveer Sangha

Topmost Picks for ST vs MR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades

• Tim Seifert – Siefert began his BBL campaign by scoring 55 runs against the Sydney Sixers, and he finished with 37 runs against the Hurricanes.
• 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

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder

• David Warner – The pressure would be on David Warner if the Sydney Thunders look to improve their performance this season. Despite not playing much cricket, Warner remains one of the most lethal T20 batters.
• Daniel Sams –  Daniel Sams was the lone bright spot in the Sydney Thunders' disappointing season last year. With 12 wickets, he was his team's leading wicket-taker.

ST vs MR Probable Winners:

Last season, the Sydney Thunder struggled to get started, winning only one game and completing eighth on the table. They encountered the Melbourne Renegades multiple times and were outplayed both times, with Adelaide completing the double over them. In fact, the Thunder have not defeated the Strikers over their last five meetings. In contrast, the Melbourne Renegades enjoyed a slow start this year but eventually found their groove, winning four straight games to secure a playoff spot. Considering the team combination, Melbourne Renegades is expected to win this match.