The Melbourne Stars are all set to face the Melbourne Renegades in the 23rd game of the Big Bash League 2024-25, slated to take place on January 4 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Stadium, Melbourne, Australia. Marcus Stoinis and his team place at the bottom spot of the points table with just one win and five defeats and have been knocked out of the marquee event.
The STA side heads to this game after registering their first-ever win of this tournament, as they have thrashed the Brisbane Heat by five wickets in the last encounter. They will be aiming to maintain their winning form heading into this game.
The probable playing XI of the Melbourne Stars for their clash against the Melbourne Renegades:
Openers:
The two-star cricketer aims to give a great start to his side in this game. Ben Duckett has been one of the best opening batters in the world and aims to pose a big threat to opponents in this game. Rogers is also a power hitter and can mark his comeback in this game after departing for just six runs in the last game of the league.
Batters:
Wicketkeeper batter Sam Harper is the game changer and possesses the ability to boost the top and middle order of the game. Cartwright will be looking to bolster the lower-middle orders of the game.
All-rounders:
Dan Lawrence showcased his stellar form in the last game, having struck an unbeaten 68 off 38 balls featuring seven boundaries and two sixes. He also picked up one wicket in the last match. Stoinis and Maxwell are the best all-rounders for the Aussies in the T20Is but need to mark their impact in the ongoing league. Marcus Stoinis made 62 off 48 balls, featuring ten boundaries in the game, and can pose a big threat to REN.
Bowlers:
Usama Mir has been the best bowler on this side, while Peter Siddle has been the highest wicket-taker for the Stars in this game. All four of them are match-winners and possess the ability to crush the REN batting unit.
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