BBL 2024-2025: Match 26, SCO vs REN Match Prediction – Who will win today’s BBL match between SCO vs REN?

Perth Scorchers (SCO) will take on Melbourne Renegades (REN) in Match 26 of the Big Bash League 2024-25 (BBL) at the Perth Stadium, in Perth, on January 7. Scorchers are coming off a loss in their last game against Sydney Thunder by four wickets. They are currently placed fourth in the points table with three wins and as many losses with a Net Run Rate of +0.785. 

On the other hand, the Renegades have lost three consecutive games and are struggling to get back to winning ways. In their last two games, they were handed a hefty defeat of five wickets by Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars. They are currently placed sixth in the points table and they have a tough task at hand to win all of their remaining games to hope for a knockout spot. They have won just two out of six games. 

SCO vs REN Match Details:

Pitch Report 

The Perth Stadium possesses lateral movement and extra bounce to the fast bowlers. Once the ball turns old, the batters will find it conducive to play their desired shots. On the weather front, the skies will be clear with a cloud cover later in the night.

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Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs for SCO vs REN

Perth Scorchers (SCO): 

Matthew Hurst(w), Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner(c), Nick Hobson, Matthew Spoors, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris.

Melbourne Renegades (REN): 

Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert(w), Jacob Bethell, Laurie Evans, Jonathan Wells, Will Sutherland(c), Thomas Stewart Rogers, Gurinder Sandhu, Adam Zampa, Xavier Crone.

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Probable Top Performers from SCO vs REN

Probable Best Batter: Cooper Connolly

Cooper Connolly has been the standout performer for the Perth Scorchers. He is currently the top run scorer in the tournament with 272 runs in six matches at a staggering average of 68 and a strike rate of 125.93. 

Probable Best Bowler: Jason Behrendorff 

Jason Behrendorff is the key bowler for Perth Scorchers. He is the fourth-highest wicket-taker in the tournament so far. He has claimed 10 wickets in six matches at an average of 16.10 and the left-arm pacer is the bowler to watch out for in the next game.

Also Check: BBL 2024-25 Batting and Bowling Stats

  Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Perth Scorchers win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 50-60

SCO: 170-180

Perth Scorchers win the match

Scenario 2

Melbourne Renegades win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 45-55

REN: 150-170

Melbourne Renegades win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author's understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.