MR vs PS Match Analysis
Docklands Stadium hosts a high-stakes mid-tournament clash as the 36th match of the Big Bash League 2026 arrives at an indoor venue built for pace, power, and pressure. With timing, table momentum, and confidence all in play, both sides know the margins will be tight.
MR entered this fixture with a volatile recent run of L W W L L, reflecting a side still searching for consistency. Led by Will Sutherland, the Renegades will take heart from their competitive depth but remain aware that missed moments have cost them. They were not involved in the previous marquee result referenced, yet the context of the competition underlines that execution in key phases remains their immediate challenge.
PS arrived in a far stronger rhythm at W W W L W, fresh from a statement 32-run victory over the Adelaide Strikers. That performance, powered by Mitchell Marsh’s match-winning 88 (51), reinforced a familiar narrative: when their core fires, the Scorchers dictate the tempo. Confidence, clarity of roles, and proven big-game temperament travel with them into Melbourne.
Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Match Details
Match | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers | 36th Match | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
|---|---|
Date | 15/01/2026 (Thursday) |
Time | BDT 2:15 PM / PKT 1:15 PM / INR 1:45 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne |
Recent performance | Melbourne Renegades – L W W L L, Perth Scorchers – W W W L W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the MR vs PS Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Docklands Stadium Pitch Report
Docklands Stadium, Melbourne
The Docklands surface is a drop-in pitch offering a balanced contest, typically rewarding clean striking early while bringing bowlers into play as the match progresses. With an enclosed environment and true bounce, batters who hit straight and hard can prosper, yet variations and disciplined lengths are equally effective. Totals around the high-180s are competitive, while anything above 200 generally forces the chasing side into risk.
Weather Report
External conditions are irrelevant at this venue, with the retractable roof expected to be closed due to heavy rain and strong winds outside. As a result, there will be no dew factor and no weather-driven swing or grip changes. Teams can plan without compromise: selection, batting order, and bowling rotations will be decided purely on tactics rather than atmospheric variables.
MR vs PS Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 23 |
|---|---|
MR Won | 6 |
PS Won | 16 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 1 |
First-ever Fixture | December 22, 2011 |
Most-recent Fixture | January 7, 2026 |
Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Team Preview & Squads
Melbourne Renegades
Will Sutherland’s captaincy defines MR’s identity: pragmatic, process-driven, and built around maximizing all-round value. His influence stretches beyond the toss, shaping bowling rotations and late-innings batting roles. In tight games at Docklands, leadership clarity matters, and Sutherland’s calm decision-making will be critical if momentum swings.
Batting remains a mix of power and promise. Josh Brown’s projected role as the leading run-scorer and six-hitter underlines the Renegades’ intent to attack the powerplay. Support from Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mohammad Rizwan, and Hassan Khan offers a blend of pace, placement, and adaptability. However, MR’s recent inconsistency suggests they must convert starts into sustained pressure rather than brief bursts.
With the ball, Gurinder Sandhu carries responsibility as the strike option, particularly through the middle overs. Sutherland’s own all-round contributions, alongside experienced operators such as Jason Behrendorff, Nathan Lyon, Adam Zampa, and Andrew Tye, give MR a varied attack. The challenge is sequencing: deploying swing and pace early, then trusting spin and cutters when the pitch slows.
Melbourne Renegades Squads
Melbourne Renegades
Will Sutherland, Jason Behrendorff, Josh Brown, Harry Dixon, Brendan Doggett, Sam Elliott, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Hassan Khan, Caleb Jewell, Nathan Lyon, Mohammad Rizwan, Fergus O’Neill, Oliver Peake, Tom Rogers, William Salzmann, Gurinder Sandhu, Tim Seifert, Matthew Spoors, Callum Stow, Andrew Tye, Adam Zampa
Perth Scorchers
Ashton Turner leads a side that blends modern aggression with structural discipline. His stewardship emphasizes match-ups, tempo control, and ruthless exploitation of opposition errors. After the authoritative win over the Strikers, PS arrive with both confidence and a blueprint that has historically succeeded against MR.
Batting is anchored by Mitchell Marsh, the designated key batter and predicted Player of the Match. His recent 88 (51) epitomized controlled power, and with Finn Allen, Josh Inglis, Laurie Evans, and Nick Hobson around him, PS possess the depth to attack across phases. Cooper Connolly and Aaron Hardie add flexibility, ensuring the Scorchers can either consolidate or accelerate depending on conditions.
Bowling remains a major differentiator. David Payne leads the wicket-taking charge, supported by high-quality pace in Jhye Richardson, Lance Morris, Joel Paris, and Matthew Kelly, with Ashton Agar and Corey Rocchiccioli offering control. This unit is designed to defend totals and strangle chases, a trait reflected in their head-to-head dominance.
Perth Scorchers Squads
Perth Scorchers
Ashton Turner, Ashton Agar, Finn Allen, Mahli Beardman, Cooper Connolly, Brody Couch, Joel Curtis, Laurie Evans, Sam Fanning, Aaron Hardie, Nick Hobson, Josh Inglis, Bryce Jackson, Matthew Kelly, Mitchell Marsh, Lance Morris, Joel Paris, David Payne, Jhye Richardson, Corey Rocchiccioli
MR vs PS Prediction
Event | Melbourne Renegades | Perth Scorchers |
|---|---|---|
Toss Winner | Melbourne Renegades | – |
Player of the Match | – | Mitchell Marsh |
Top Run Scorer | Josh Brown | Mitchell Marsh |
Top Wicket Taker | Gurinder Sandhu | David Payne |
Most Sixes | Josh Brown | Mitchell Marsh |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 200+ |
Win Probability | 45% | 55% |
According to cricket analysts, Perth Scorchers have a 55% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.
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