The Melbourne Derby can bring out the best of what both teams have to offer this season which makes it an interesting watch. Welcome to the REN vs STA Dream11 team prediction today and preview.
Melbourne Renegades come here after losing to Sydney Sixers with loss of focus in their bowling side that was not backed up with their batting side which can be their main source of concern as they rank 7th on the table.
Melbourne Stars have lost 6 of their last 10 matches with the potential to perform well under pressure that can work this match in their favor to stay in contention for the top 4 spot on the table.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
Melbourne Stars can win this match by a very close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is helpful for batsmen along with pace bowlers. The winners of the toss to bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a mostly cloudy day.
Probable Playing 11
Melbourne Renegades
S.Harper (wk), M.Harvey, A.Finch, J.Fraser-McGurk, S.Marsh, N.Maddinson, W.Sutherland, K.Richardson, Z.Khan, C.Boyce, J.Lalor
Melbourne Stars
J.Clarke (wk), H.Cartwright, N.Larkin, J.Burns, G.Maxwell, B.Webster, Q.Ahmed, H.Rauf, A.Zampa, S.Rainbird, C.Hinchliffe
Match Details
KFC Big Bash League T20
Match: Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars
Date and Time: 13th January – 02:05 pm IST
Venue: Marvel Stadium, Docklands, Australia
Telecast: Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv
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Wicket-Keeper
Sam Harper (9.0 Cr) has proven to be a strong contender for his team with 193 runs in 11 matches with the ability to create his contributions behind the stumps that make him an important player.
Joe Clarke (9.0 Cr) is a consistent batsman with a total of 303 in 9 matches that makes him the leading run-scorer and our prime choice for this crucial encounter.
Batsman
Aaron Finch (10 Cr) was able to provide solid contribution in their last match against Melbourne Stars that earned him 50 runs at a strike rate of 125 that can be repeated to keep his side in contention for this match.
Mackenzie Harvey (9.0 Cr) has scored a total of 223 runs in 11 matches that makes him the leading run-scorer for his team with the potential to regain his strong form for this fixture.
Hilton Cartwright (9.0 Cr) was brilliant in the initial stages of the match that helped him score 283 runs in 10 matches which can push him to find his consistent form that can help him for his upcoming matches.
All-rounders
Nic Maddinson (9.0 Cr) is another decent contributor with brilliant potential to find runs and wickets with a total of 128 runs and 6 wickets in his 8 matches which can work in his favor for this contest.
Will Sutherland (8.5 Cr) has managed to play a vital role in several matches this year that has earned him 5 in 11 matches with the potential to improve his performance with every passing match.
Glen Maxwell (10 Cr) looks to be focusing his strengths on his batting skills at this stage of the game that earned him 193 runs and 2 wickets in 9 BBL matches this year that make him our prim choice.
Bowlers
Kane Richardson (9.5 Cr) is a consistent bowler for his team that has earned him 18 wickets in 10 matches that keeps him just 1 shy from the leading wicket-taker spot in the series that makes him a potential game-changer.
Adam Zampa (8.5 Cr) can take his chances with his fantastic spin bowling that has earned him 6 wickets in 7 matches which highlights his consistent performance with greater potential to improve throughout this tournament.
Qais Ahmad (8.5 Cr) has performed well in crucial matches but needs to find consistency with his overall performance that has earned him 11 wickets in 9 matches.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
J.Clarke will be our captain and G.Maxwell will be our vice-captain because of their ability to provide crucial contributions in important matches.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Harper (C), Clarke, Finch, Harvey, Cartwright, Maddinson, Sutherland, Maxwell (VC), Richardson, Zampa, Ahmad
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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