STR vs REN Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win? Who Hits More Sixes? Expert Prediction | BBL 2025-26
STR vs REN Today Match Prediction: Adelaide Strikers (STR) will face Melbourne Renegades (REN) in Match 38 of the Big Bash League 2025-26. Looking for today’s Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades match prediction?
STR vs REN BBL Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
| Winner Prediction | Melbourne Renegades. |
| Most Runs | Liam Scott (STR), Josh Brown (REN) |
| Most Wickets | Lloyd Pope (STR), Gurinder Sandhu (REN) |
| Most STR | Renegades to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Renegades to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | STR vs REN Dream11 Prediction |
Big Bash League 2025-26 Live Score, Matches, Points Table, Match Prediction
Read our detailed preview for full analysis. The match will be played on Saturday, January 17, at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia.
STR vs REN Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Adelaide Strikers (STR) Team Analysis
Adelaide Strikers have lost three consecutive matches in a row. They come into this game after a 6-wicket defeat against the Melbourne Stars. In that match, Cameron Boyce was the only batsman who showed some fighting spirit, scoring 20 runs off 18 balls, while Liam Scott added 18 off 20 deliveries and took 2 wickets.
Adelaide Strikers’ Team Strength:
- Liam Scott: With a total of 292 runs, she is the leading run scorer for STR.
- Matthew Short: A dangerous opener who has scored 250 runs so far at an average of 27.78.
- Jamie Overton: A key all-rounder who has scored 90 runs and claimed 12 wickets so far.
- Chris Lynn: He has been scoring 151 runs so far with an average of 18.88.
- Lloyd Pope: Has been very impressive this season, picking up 13 wickets in seven matches.
Melbourne Renegades (REN) Team Analysis
Melbourne Renegades have had a disappointing season so far, winning three matches out of nine. They lost their last match against the Perth Scorchers by 50 runs. Tim Seifert top-scored with 66 off 43 balls, and Jake Fraser-McGurk added 42 off 18, while Sam Elliott impressed with the ball and took 4 wickets.
Melbourne Renegades’ Team Strength:
- Josh Brown: With a total of 305 runs, he is the leading run scorer for REN.
- Hassan Khan: He is an active figure in SA who has scored 156 runs so far and taken 5 wickets.
- Mohammad Rizwan: He will provide stability in the middle order and has scored 167 runs so far with an average of 20.88.
- Tim Seifert: He provided a quick start, scoring 66 runs off 43 balls in the last outing.
- Gurinder Sandhu: He is the highest wicket-getter for REN-side and a vital player for the upcoming match.
STR vs REN Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | STR vs REN Match 38 |
| Tournament | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
| Date & Time | Saturday, January 17, 1:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia. |
| Live Streaming | Jio Hotstar |
Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades: Probable Playing 11
Adelaide Strikers Probable XI: Alex Carey (WK), Matthew Short, Chris Lynn, Liam Scott, Jason Sangha, Jamie Overton, Harry Manenti, Hasan Ali, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope, Tabraiz Shamsi
Melbourne Renegades Probable XI: Josh Brown, Tim Seifert, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Hassan Khan, Harry Dixon, Will Sutherland, Sam Elliott, Gurinder Sandhu, Brendan Doggett, Adam Zampa
Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for the Adelaide Strikers today?
Liam Scott is our pick to top-score for the Adelaide Strikers.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Liam Scott | 9 | 9 | 3 | 292 | 91 | 48.67 | 213 | 137.09 | – | 2 | 10 | 25 |
| 2. Matthew Short | 9 | 9 | – | 250 | 63 | 27.78 | 189 | 132.28 | – | 3 | 7 | 20 |
| 3. Chris Lynn | 9 | 9 | 1 | 151 | 79 | 18.88 | 107 | 141.12 | – | 1 | 7 | 15 |
Who will be the top run scorers for the Melbourne Renegades today?
Aaron Hardie is our pick to top-score for the Melbourne Renegades.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Josh Brown | 9 | 9 | – | 305 | 84 | 33.89 | 193 | 158.03 | – | 2 | 20 | 29 |
| 2. Tim Seifert | 9 | 9 | – | 285 | 102 | 31.67 | 191 | 149.21 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 25 |
| 3. Mohammad Rizwan | 9 | 9 | – | 170 | 41 | 18.89 | 168 | 101.19 | – | – | 1 | 18 |
Who will pick the most wickets for the Adelaide Strikers in the match?
Pick: Lloyd Pope to take the most wickets for the Adelaide Strikers.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Lloyd Pope | 9 | 9 | 31 | 263 | 13 | 4/23 | 20.23 | 8.48 | 14.31 | 1 | – | – |
| 2. Jamie Overton | 9 | 8 | 27 | 200 | 12 | 3/19 | 16.67 | 7.41 | 13.50 | – | – | 1 |
| 3. Hasan Ali | 7 | 7 | 27 | 221 | 8 | 2/25 | 27.63 | 8.19 | 20.25 | – | – | 1 |
Who will pick the most wickets for the Melbourne Renegades in the match?
Pick: Will Sutherland to take the most wickets for the Melbourne Renegades.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Gurinder Sandhu | 9 | 9 | 31 | 325 | 18 | 4/28 | 18.06 | 10.48 | 10.33 | 3 | – | – |
| 2. Will Sutherland | 9 | 9 | 29.1 | 265 | 7 | 3/33 | 37.86 | 9.09 | 25.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Adam Zampa | 4 | 4 | 14 | 94 | 6 | 3/25 | 15.67 | 6.71 | 14.00 | – | – | – |
Strikers vs Renegades Which Team Will score more sixes?
Melbourne Renegades are likely to hit more sixes.
Strikers vs Renegades Which Team Will score more fours?
Melbourne Renegades are expected to hit more fours.
| Team | Sixes / Match | Fours / Match |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Renegades | 7.22 | 12.78 |
| Adelaide Strikers | 4.00 | 10.67 |
Who Will Win Today’s Big Bash League Match – STR vs REN?
Adelaide Strikers have been in great form and have a 50% match-winning record in the last ten matches. Liam Scott and Matthew Short are in excellent touch, giving the team both stability and power at the top.
With several high strike-rate batters and a well-balanced squad overall, the Adelaide Strikers look well placed to control the match.
Prediction: Adelaide Strikers to win.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.
