Match Details
- Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
- Match: 26th Match, Big Bash League 2024-25
- Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
- Start Time: 04:15 PM LOCAL | 08:15 AM GMT | 1:15 PM PST
BBL 2024 Match Preview
The Perth Scorchers take on the Melbourne Renegades in the 26th match of the BBL 2024-25 at the iconic Perth Stadium. With the Scorchers sitting at fifth place on the points table, they will be eager to climb the ranks with a strong performance at home. Meanwhile, the Renegades, currently struggling in sixth place, will aim to turn their season around with a victory in this crucial encounter. Both teams boast some exciting talent, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.
BBL 2024 Match 26 Pitch & Weather Report
The Perth Stadium pitch is known for its pace and bounce, favoring fast bowlers in the early overs. However, batters can take advantage of the true surface once set. Spinners may also find assistance as the game progresses.
Weather Update: The forecast for Perth on match day is clear skies with temperatures hovering around 28°C at the start of play. Ideal conditions promise uninterrupted cricket action.
BBL 2024 Match 26 Predicted XI
Perth Scorchers: Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Agar, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson.
Melbourne Renegades: Josh Brown, Tim Seifert (wk), Laurie Evans, Jonathan Wells, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Will Sutherland (c), Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Gurinder Sandhu, Xavier Crone, Thomas Stewart Rogers.
BBL 2024 Match 26 Dream11 Team
Captain: Mitchell Marsh
Vice-Captain: Laurie Evans
Wicketkeeper: Finn Allen, Tim Seifert
Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Laurie Evans, Josh Brown
All-rounders: Ashton Agar, Will Sutherland, Aaron Hardie
Bowlers: Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Kane Richardson
Where to Watch BBL 2024-25
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, Channel 7
- India: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports Network
- UK: Sky Sports
- New Zealand: SKY NZ
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- South Africa: SuperSport
Also, see:
Mitchell Marsh returns to BBL after a three-year hiatus