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

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

ST vs MR Head-to-Head Stats

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.

Sydney Thunder breach into the top four with a win in their previous game. They have a tougher assignment coming up though with the Renegades looking pretty good in the early parts of the tournament. The Renegades are another side that often looks very promising but struggles to sustain which is what they will be focusing on this season.

ST vs MR Match Details

Date: December 30th, 2024

Time:  1:45 PM IST

Venue: Sydney Showgrounds Stadium

ST vs MR Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

ST vs MR Pitch Report

The Showgrounds stadium can be pretty dry and get better for bowling towards the back of the season. Batting second though could be better to start with.

ST vs MR Predicted Playing XI

ST Playing XI

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

MR Playing XI

Josh Brown, Jake Fraser McGurk, Tim Seifert, Jacob Bethell, Laurie Evans, Mackenzie Harvey, Will Sutherland, Tom Rogers, Fergus O Neil, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson 

MR vs ST Key Players

Tom Rogers

Tom Rogers is off to a good start this season. He is often as bowler who falls under the radar in the domestic circuit and could be looking to grab headlines after years of toil.

Daniel Sams

Sams the all-rounder has started the tournament well. His bowling was not the greatest but his batting will definitely be something that makes Thunder happy.

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ST vs MR Match Tips

A special performance from the thunder is around the corner and it could be in the upcoming game.

Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder Will Win the Match

Shaun Marsh gears up for his farewell as two sides who have had rather disappointing outings are into their final stages of the tournament.

ST vs MR Match Details

Date: January 17th, 2024

Time:  1:45 AM IST

Venue: Sydney Showgrounds Stadium

ST vs MR Weather Report

The weather looks pretty clear for the upcoming fixture.

ST vs MR Pitch Report

Canberra could be better for sides batting second with the ball coming on better under lights.

ST vs MR Predicted Playing XI

ST Playing XI

Cameron Bancroft, Alex Hales, Jason Sangha, Oliver Davies/ David Warner, Alex Ross, Daniel Sams, Nathan McAndrew, Chris Green, Liam Hatcher, Zaman Khan, Tanveer Sangha

MR Playing XI

Joe Clarke, Quinton De Kock, Shaun Marsh, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Jonathan Wells, Mackenzie Harvey, Will Sutherland, Tom Rogers, Adam Zampa, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Peter Siddle

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ST vs MR Key Players

David Warner

David Warner returns to the BBL and has a really small window to turn his franchise’s fortunes around. They have been pretty poor all tournament and are on their way out unless Warner can conjure something special.

Shaun Marsh

Shaun Marsh has called time on his career after a pretty decent season individually. He was pretty good in the shield and had a decent time in the ongoing tournament as well allowing him to go out strong.

ST vs MR Match Tips

Both sides have not really shown up this season and picking a favorite is a challenge. Sydney Thunder though may benefit with home advantage and some decent bowling performances in recent times.

Match Prediction: Sydney Thunder Will Win the Match