SCO vs REN Toss Update, Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report - BBL 14, Match 26

SCO vs REN, BBL 2024-25: Dream11 Predictions For 26th Match [Source: @ScorchersBBL, @RenegadesBBL/x.com]

Perth Scorchers (SCO) will be playing against the Melbourne Renegades (REN) in the 26th ( match of the BBL 2024-25 (BBL 14). This match will be played at the Optus Stadium in Perth on January 7 at 1:45 PM IST. 

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy cricket tips, the pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

SCO vs REN Preview

The Perth Scorchers have had a moderate run in the tournament so far. They have played six matches and have won three while losing the other three games. Currently, they are at the fifth spot in the points table with a net run rate of +0.785.

On the other hand, the Melbourne Renegades have lost four of their six matches in the tournament. They are at the sixth position in the points table with a net run rate of +0.413. 

With things heating up in the tournament, both the Scorchers and the Renegades will be desperately eyeing for a win to climb in the points table and stay alive in the race to next round. One false step at this stage might result in pre-mature elimination of a team. With the survival at stake, it promises to be an exciting clash between the two teams.

SCO vs REN Toss Update

Melbourne Renegades Have Won The Toss and They Have Opted To Field First.

SCO vs REN Head-to-Head Record

SCO vs REN Weather And Pitch Report

Weather - The weather at the Perth during the game is expected to be clear and breezy. As reported by AccuWeather, the highest temperature during the game will be around 22°C with little to no chance of rain.

Pitch Report - The pitch at the Optus Stadium is generally a balanced one that provides something for players of all trades to have an effect on the game. While the pacers get a bit of help from the track due to the early movement and extra bounce, the batters enjoy the surface as the ball gets old. The toss at this venue does not have a huge impact on the game as the pitch stays more or less the same throughout the match.

Optus Stadium, Perth - Record of Chasing Teams

Three matches have been played at this venue in BBL 2024-25. Out of these three games, two have been won by the team chasing. Keeping this trend in mind, the captain winning the toss might look to field first.

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SCO vs REN Fantasy Cricket Players Stats

Hot Picks for SCO vs REN Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips

SCO vs REN Captain and Vice-captain

SCO vs REN Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

SCO vs REN, BBL 2024-25: Dream11 Team 1 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeeper: Tim Seifert
Batters: Ashton Turner, Jacob Bethell, Josh Brown
All-rounders: Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff, Andre Tye, Tom Stewart Rogers, Lance Morris

Captain: Ashton Turner
Vice-captain: Jacob Bethell

* Marcus Harris In Place Of Josh Brown and Jhye Richardson In Place Of Andrew Tye

SCO vs REN Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

SCO vs REN, BBL 2024-25: Dream11 Team 2 [Source: @Dream11 App]

Wicketkeepers: Tim Seifert, Finn Allen
Batters: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Jacob Bethell
All-rounders: Will Sutherland, Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff, Tom Stewart Rogers, Lance Morris

Captain: Jake Fraser-McGurk
Vice-captain: Aaron Hardie

SCO vs REN Expert Advice

Given the playing conditions and the expected team combinations of the two sides, a 1-3-2-5 or a 2-2-3-4 combination will be ideal for the game.

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