REN vs SCO Prediction, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update – BBL 2020-21, Match 4

Match Details

The 4th Match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 season will be played between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart.

This match will start at 1:45 PM IST (7:15 PM local). It will be live on Sony Ten Network and can be streamed live on Sony LIV.

Preview

The fourth match of the ongoing season of the Big Bash League (BBL) will take place Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers. Both the teams will be getting their campaign underway and will be keen on winning their opening game of the season. Aaron Finch who was busy playing the limited-overs series against India till December 8 is set to play this match and will be looking to lead from the front.

Mitchell Marsh was injured playing for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and has been sidelined since then. However, the all-rounder has been included in the 16-man squad for this match and will lead the side. But according to the earlier reports, he is expected to focus only on batting and not bowl. Expect this match to be a close one given the T20 stars featuring in both the teams.

REN vs SCO Weather Report for BBL 2020-21 Match 4

The skies will absolutely be clear in Hobart on Saturday. There is no chance of rain interrupting the proceedings with the temperature hovering around 18-2 Degrees Celsius.

Pitch Report

In the first match of the BBL season, the Hurricanes defended 178 against the defending champions Sydney Sixers. Going by the game, expect a similar sort of pitch to be on offer for this match and the team winning the toss should opt to bat.

Average first innings score

178 (Only match played this season so far)

Record of the chasing teams

Won – 0; Lost – 1

Injury & Availability News

Both the teams have announced their respective squads ahead of this match.

REN vs SCO Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades

Aaron Finch (C), Sam Harper (WK), Shaun Marsh, MacKenzie Harvey, Jake Fraser-McGurk/Jon Holland, Rilee Rossouw, Beau Webster, Jack Prestwidge, Josh Lalor, Benny Howell, Kane Richardson.

Bench

Brody Couch, Jake Fraser-McGurk/Jon Holland, Zak Evans, Peter Hatzoglou, Mitch Perry

Perth Scorchers

Colin Munro, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Whiteman (WK), Joe Clarke, Mitch Marsh (C), Ashton Turner, Josh Inglis, Jhye Richardson, Jason Behrendorff, Fawad Ahmad, Andrew Tye.

Bench

Matt Kelly, Aaron Hardie, Joel Paris, Kurtis Patterson, Corey Rocchiccioli

REN vs SCO Top picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:

Aaron Finch was in great form in the ODI series against India but struggled a bit in the T20Is. However, he has got immense experience in the shortest format of the game and will be crucial for the Renegades opening the innings.

Shaun Marsh is another important batsman for the Renegades. He smashed 449 runs last season in 12 innings at a strike-rate of 124.01.

Beau Webster was in great form last season with the bat smashing 425 runs at a strike-rate of 131.98 in 14 matches.

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Jhye Richardson is an out an out fast bowler and was the joint-leading wicket-taker for his team. He took 15 wickets and was economical throughout the season as well.

Mitchell Marsh scored 382 runs in 14 innings last season at a strike-rate of 145.24. With him only batting this season, the Scorchers skipper will look to contribute more.

Benny Howell is an experienced T20 player from England. In 121 T20 matches, he has scored 1605 runs at an SR of more than 125 and has picked 132 wickets so far.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection

Captain Options: Aaron Finch, Benny Howell, Colin Munro

Vice-Captain Options: Shaun Marsh, Mitchell Marsh, Jhye Richardson

Suggested Playing XI No. 1 for REN vs SCO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Sam Harper

Batsmen – Aaron Finch (C), Shaun Marsh, Cameron Bancroft, Colin Munro (VC)

All-Rounders – Beau Webster, Benny Howell, Mitchell Marsh

Bowlers – Kane Richardson, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye

Suggested Playing XI No. 2 for REN vs SCO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Sam Harper

Batsmen – Aaron Finch, Rilee Rossouw, Ashton Turner, Colin Munro

All-Rounders – Benny Howell (C), Mitchell Marsh (VC)

Bowlers – Josh Lalor, Jhye Richardson, Fawad Ahmed, Jason Behrendorff

Expert Advice

Mitchell Marsh is likely to only bat and not bowl in this BBL season. You may avoid picking him which is also a risky pick. But then you can go for a proper batsman or bowler in his place in your Dream11 Fantasy team.

REN vs SCO Probable Winners

Melbourne Renegades are expected to win the match.

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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.