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The match no. 52 of the Big Bash 2022-23 will witness Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Renegades locking horns at Optus Stadium on Sunday, January 22nd. Perth Scorchers head into the game as heavy favourites with the odds of 4/7 (1.57). The underdogs Melbourne Renegades have odds of 5/4 (2.25).
These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.
- Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades, Match 52, BBL 2022-23
- January 22, 2023 – 8:15 AM GMT
- Optus Stadium, Perth
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
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Optus Stadium in Perth provides good assistance for the bowlers with plenty of bounce and carry. The new ball bowlers have had a lot of success here while the top order batters have had a tough time. The average first innings score at the venue reads 158.
Perth should witness clear skies on Sunday evening with no threat of rain at all. The temperature will range between 23-28°C.
Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades – Match Predictions
Perth Scorchers have dominated Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash over the years, winning 14 matches and losing only three. They have been in outstanding form in the ongoing season, with both batting and bowling departments looking potent. The Renegades, on the other hand, have a struggling batting unit.
Prediction 1
Scorchers To Hit Most Sixes
20/21 (1.95)
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Prediction 2
Payne To Take Most Wickets
11/4 (3.75)
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Prediction 3
Inglis to be Man of the Match
10/1 (11.00)
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Probable 6s
Perth Scorchers boasts of Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner, Cameron Bancroft and Aaron Hardie in the batting line-up. They have struck 65 sixes in 13 games (5/innings). The Renegades have struggled to put up any dominant batting display in the tournament. They have hit 65 sixes in 12 games but will face a tough bowling attack.
Our Prediction: Perth Scorchers to hit most sixes in this match with the odds of 20/21 (1.95).
Probable Wickets
David Payne has been superb in the limited opportunities, picking five wickets in three games with best figures of 3 for 20. The left arm seamer has the odds of 11/4 (3.75) to be the top bowler for Perth Scorchers. From Melbourne Renegades, Tom Rogers has taken 19 scalps in 12 games at 13.8 strike rate. He has odds of 13/5 (3.60) to be the top bowler for the Renegades.
Our Prediction: David Payne to be the top wicket-taker for Perth Scorchers at 11/4 (3.75).
Man of the Match
Josh Inglis has scored 399 runs in the season at an average of 44 while striking at a terrific rate of 153, including four fifties. He’s one of the top contenders for the player of the match with the odds of 10/1 (11.00). Other betting options include Aaron Hardie, Andrew Tye, Ashton Turner and Sam Harper.
Our Prediction: Josh Inglis to be the Man of the Match at 10/1 (11.00) odds.
Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades Preview
Melbourne Renegades are fighting for the playoffs spot and can’t afford any slip ups while Perth Scorchers have secured their top two finish. Let’s have a look at the two teams ahead of their clash on Sunday.
Perth Scorchers
Perth Scorchers sit at the top of the table quite comprehensively with 20 points with one group match to go. They have secured their top two finish, having won 10 out of 13 matches while losing only three. The Scorchers are coming off a dominant seven-wicket victory over Adelaide Strikers.
They have an excellent bowling unit with the likes of Jason Behrendorff, Andrew Tye, Matt Kelly, David Payne, Lance Morris and Peter Hatzoglou all doing a solid job. They have constantly rotated their fast bowlers, keeping them fresh. The batting line-up of Cameron Bancroft, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis and Ashton Turner remains in top form.
Squad: Cameron Bancroft, Stephen Eskinazi, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Ashton Turner (c), Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, David Payne, Matt Kelly
Melbourne Renegades
Melbourne Renegades have 12 points to their credit and need to win at least one of the remaining two games to make it to the playoffs. They have won six matches and lost as many. They suffered an eight-wicket loss versus Sydney Thunder in the most recent fixture.
Their batting unit has Martin Guptill and Aaron Finch, both of whom are past their prime. Sam Harper has been the only hope with the bat. The bowling attack apart from Kane Richardson and Tom Rogers looks ordinary.
Squad: Martin Guptill, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sam Harper (wk), Aaron Finch (c), Matthew Critchley, Jonathan Wells, Will Sutherland, Tom Rogers, Kane Richardson, Corey Rocchiccioli, Fawad Ahmed
How to Watch Big Bash in the UK: Live Streaming & Channel List
For the UK viewers, Sky Sports Cricket has the rights to broadcast Big Bash 2023. You can also watch the Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades match on the streaming platform SkyGo application.
- Sky Sports Cricket (TV)
- SkyGo app (Streaming)
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