Match Details:
The 55th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 will be played between Melbourne Renegades and Hobart Hurricanes at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne.
This match will start at 10:40 AM IST (04:10 PM Local Time) (05: 10 AM GMT). It will be live on Sony Sports Network and live streaming is available on Sony LIV.
Preview:
Melbourne Renegades will take on Hobart Hurricanes at their home ground, the MCG. The Renegades are having a poor season and have only managed to win just three games out of the thirteen they have played. Their Captain, Aaron Finch, has struggled with the bat at the top. They are out of contention for the knockouts and would only compete to salvage some pride.
Hobart Hurricanes, on the other hand, have had a mixed season. They have blown hot and cold throughout but have managed to win enough games to stay in the league. They are currently placed fifth and would want to end the league stage on a high. They might qualify even with a defeat, but will ideally want to confirm their berth with a win.
REN vs HUR Weather Report for Match 55:
The weather forecast suggests rain will be there for the major part of the day. The skies will be cloudy during the game and there might be a delay. The temperature will be around 19 degrees Celsius.
Pitch Report:
The pitch at the MCG is a good one for batting. It has been a high scoring ground even with longer boundaries. Although teams struggle to chase high totals. Captains winning the toss would look to bat first.
Average first innings score:
175 (4 matches played this season)
Record of Chasing Teams:
Won – 1, Loss – 3, Tie – 0
Injury & Availability News:
Kane Richardson is nursing an injury and his BBL 2020/21 campaign has come to a conclusion already.
REN vs HUR Probable Playing XIs:
Melbourne Renegades:
Aaron Finch (c), Shaun Marsh, Sam Harper (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mackenzie Harvey, Beau Webster, Imad Wasim, Jack Prestwidge, Josh Lalor, Zak Evans, Peter Hatzoglou
Bench:
Mitchell Perry, Marcus Harris, Brayden Stepien, Brody Couch, Will Sutherland, Kane Richardson, Noor Ahmad
Hobart Hurricanes:
D Arcy Short, Matthew Wade (c), Ben McDermott (wk), Dawid Malan, Will Jacks, Peter Handscomb, Nathan Ellis, Nick Winter, Scott Boland, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane
Bench:
David Moody, Mitchell Owen, Tim Paine, Tim David, Wil Parker, Macalister Wright
REN vs HUR Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:
Matthew Wade is a different player when he plays in the BBL. He scored a brilliant 86 off just 44 balls in the last game with 10 fours and 3 sixes.
Ben McDermott has been in really good form throughout this season, scoring 401 runs at an average of over 40 and a strike rate of over 140. With the return of Wade, he will have less pressure and can play freely. That’s when he can get even more dangerous.
D’Arcy Short played a fantastic knock of 72 off 52 balls in the last game against the Sixers. He has amassed a total of 316 runs at a strike rate of 124 and has also picked up 7 wickets with his leg-spin.
Sam Harper and Shaun Marsh are easily the best batsmen for the Renegades this season. They have piled up 332 and 300 runs respectively. No other Renegades’ batsman has crossed the 200-run mark in this season. Hence, these two should automatically be picked from the Renegades’ side.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Matthew Wade, D’Arcy Short, Shaun Marsh
Vice-Captain Options – Ben McDermott, Sam Harper, Dawid Malan
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for REN vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Sam Harper (VC), Ben McDermott, Matthew Wade (C)
Batsmen – Shaun Marsh, Mackenzie Harvey, Dawid Malan
All-Rounders – Imad Wasim, D’Arcy Short
Bowlers – Peter Hatzoglou, Nathan Ellis, Scott Boland
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for REN vs HUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Ben McDermott (VC), Matthew Wade
Batsmen – Shaun Marsh, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Dawid Malan
All-Rounders – D’Arcy Short (C), Jack Prestwidge
Bowlers – Peter Hatzoglou, Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Sandeep Lamichhane
Expert Advice:
Peter Hatzoglou is one of the finds of the season. He has featured in five consecutive Dream11 Fantasy Dream Teams. He has been consistent throughout and is a must pick.
Today’s REN vs HUR Probable Winners:
Hobart Hurricanes are expected to win this match.
