THU vs REN Dream11 Prediction (BBL, Match 33), in Sydney, January 12, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report

THU vs REN Dream11 Prediction: Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades will clash in Match 33 of the Big Bash League 2026. The exciting fixture takes place at Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney, on January 12, 2026, at 1:45 PM IST. Looking for the best THU vs REN Dream11 prediction? Explore fantasy cricket tips, match preview, expert analysis, and probable playing XI.

THU vs REN Match Details

THU vs REN Match Preview & Recent Records

In the Big Bash League 2026 points table, Sydney Thunder are currently placed at No. 8 after 7 matches, while Melbourne Renegades sit at No. 7 having played 7 games so far. The complete updated points table for this competition is given below:

Sydney Thunder Team News & Recent Form

Sydney Thunder lost by 7 wickets against Brisbane Heat. In that match, David Warner delivered a solid performance, scoring 82 runs in 56 balls, while Sam Billings added 34 runs off 26 balls. On the bowling side, Wes Agar and Daniel Sams picked up 1 and 1 wickets respectively.

Matthew Gilkes and David Warner are expected to open the innings, while Cameron Bancroft will follow them at no.3 for THU.

Sam Billings, Nic Maddinson and Daniel Sams will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.

Chris Green and David Willey will provide finishing firepower in the lower middle order.

David Willey and Ryan Hadley are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.

Wes Agar, Daniel Sams and Chris Green will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.

Tanveer Sangha can also be effective as an additional bowling option.

Melbourne Renegades Team News & Recent Form

Melbourne Renegades lost by 8 wickets against Melbourne Stars. In that match, Josh Brown played a brilliant knock, scoring 80 runs in 50 balls, while Hassan Khan added 23 runs off 18 balls. On the bowling side, Hassan Khan picked up 1 wicket.

Josh Brown and Tim Seifert are expected to open the innings, while Jake Fraser-McGurk will follow them at no.3 for REN.

Mohammad Rizwan, Caleb Jewell and Hassan Khan will stabilise the middle order and look to rotate the strike.

Will Sutherland, Gurinder Sandhu and Brendan Doggett will handle the lower middle order and finish the innings strongly.

Jason Behrendorff and Brendan Doggett are expected to share the new ball and look for early wickets.

Gurinder Sandhu, Callum Stow and Will Sutherland will provide control through the middle phases of the innings.

Hassan Khan can also be effective as an additional bowling option.

Head-to-Head Records

The two teams face off in Match 33 of BBL|15 tomorrow, January 12, 2026, at Sydney Stadium. Historically, the Renegades have a slight edge over the Thunder.

THU vs REN Expected Playing XI & IN-form Players

IN-form Players for Sydney Thunder

• Top Batters: David Warner, Matthew Gilkes
• Top Bowlers: Daniel Sams, Shadab Khan

IN-form Players for Melbourne Renegades

• Top Batters: Josh Brown, Tim Seifert
• Top Bowlers: Gurinder Sandhu, Will Sutherland

THU vs REN Pitch Report & Weather Update for Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney

Pitch Report – The pitch conditions here at Sydney Showground Stadium traditionally T20 reads as a spinning pitch, new-ball seam and swing, fair for batters, with grip and turn later on. Par-score bands sit roughly at Low: 140, Medium: 160, High: 180. Live Weather Update – Currently Clear sky. Clear skies favour clean stroke-making in the powerplay. winds near 33.6 m/s can make aerial hitting riskier.

Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades Player Stats & Record 2026

THU vs REN 33rd T20 Dream11 Prediction Today’s Match BBL 2025-26

Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades Captain/Vice-Captain Tips

For Small League

David Warner, Matthew Gilkes, Josh Brown, and Tim Seifert will be good options.

For Grand League

Players like Daniel Sams, Shadab Khan, Gurinder Sandhu, and Will Sutherland will be good differential picks.

FAQ – THU vs REN Quick Summaries

Which are the Key Players for Sydney Thunder (THU)?

David Warner, Matthew Gilkes, Daniel Sams, and Shadab Khan will be the key players for Team THU.

Which are the Key Players for Melbourne Renegades (REN)?

Josh Brown, Tim Seifert, Gurinder Sandhu, and Will Sutherland will be the key players for Team REN.

What’s the pitch report for Sydney Showground Stadium, Sydney?

Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s THU vs REN match?

David Warner, Matthew Gilkes, Josh Brown, and Tim Seifert will be the good options for C/VC.

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