Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Fantasy Team Prediction

January 14, 2026

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Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Fantasy Team Prediction: Recent Form, Playing XI & Top Picks – BBL 2025-26, Match 36

Published: January 14, 2026
Updated: January 14, 2026
By AllCric Team

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The REN vs SCO Dream11 prediction is based on an important Big Bash League clash as Melbourne Renegades face Perth Scorchers at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne. The pitch here stays balanced, but batting becomes easier after the powerplay, making top-order batters and death-over bowlers key fantasy picks.

Melbourne Renegades have had mixed results this season and are currently placed lower on the table. Josh Brown has been their most consistent batter, while Gurinder Sandhu and Will Sutherland provide wicket-taking options with the ball.

Perth Scorchers come into this match in strong form and sit near the top of the points table. Players like Mitchell Marsh and Aaron Hardie have been scoring regularly, while Cooper Connolly adds value as an all-rounder. Their balanced squad gives them an edge in fantasy contests. For fantasy players, selecting reliable batters and all-rounders is the safest approach for the REN vs SCO Dream11 team today.

Match Details

• Match: REN vs SCO
• Series: BBL 2025–26 – Match 36
• Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026 at 1:45 PM IST
• Stadium: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne

Docklands Stadium – Pitch Report

Docklands Stadium generally provides a balanced pitch, where teams need to build their innings smartly. While the surface stays hard throughout the match, batters must spend some time in the middle before playing aggressive shots. Once set, scoring becomes easier in the middle and death overs.

Because the roof blocks weather effects, bowlers don’t get help from swing or moisture. As a result, bowlers who rely on accuracy, cutters, and yorkers are more effective than those depending purely on pace.

Batting becomes easier after the powerplay
Death-over bowlers can pick wickets
Defending teams need 160+ runs to stay competitive

Recent Performance

Melbourne Renegades (REN)

Last 5 matches: L W W L L

Recent match result: Lost to Sydney Thunder by 4 wickets (DLS)
Table position: 8th (3 wins out of 8 this season)
In-form players: Hassan Khan, Josh Brown

Perth Scorchers (SCO)

Last 5 matches: W W W L W

Recent match result: Beat Adelaide Strikers by 32 runs
Table position: 2nd (5 wins out of 8 this season)
In-form players: Aaron Hardie, Mitchell Marsh, Cooper Connolly

Predicted Playing XI

REN:

Tim Seifert, Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mohammad Rizwan(wk), Caleb Jewell, Hassan Khan, Will Sutherland(c), Sam Elliott, Gurinder Sandhu, Jason Behrendorff, Adam Zampa

SCO:

Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis(wk), Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner(c), Laurie Evans, Jhye Richardson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman

REN vs SCO Dream11 Prediction – Top Picks

Batters to Watch

• Josh Brown (REN) – 305 runs in this season
• Mitchell Marsh (SCO) – 279 runs in this season
• Aaron Hardie (SCO) – 254 runs in this season

Bowlers to Watch

• Gurinder Sandhu (REN) – 18 wickets in this season
• Will Sutherland (REN) – 6 wickets in this season
• Cooper Connolly (SCO) – 9 wickets in this season

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REN vs SCO Dream11 Team

Wicketkeeper: Laurie Evans (SCO)
Batters: Josh Brown (REN), Mitchell Marsh (SCO), Aaron Hardie (SCO), Sam Harper (REN)
All-rounders: Cooper Connolly (SCO), Nic Maddinson (REN)
Bowlers: Gurinder Sandhu (REN), Jhye Richardson (SCO), Cooper Connolly (SCO), Nathan McAndrew (REN)

Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

Captain Choices: Mitchell Marsh (SCO) / Josh Brown (REN)
Vice-Captain Choices: Aaron Hardie (SCO)

REN vs SCO Dream11 Prediction – Probable Winner

Perth Scorchers are expected to win this match. They are in better form and look more balanced compared to Melbourne Renegades. The strong performances of Mitchell Marsh and Aaron Hardie, along with the all-round impact of Cooper Connolly, give the Scorchers a clear edge in this contest.

However, Melbourne Renegades should not be ignored. With Josh Brown in good batting form and wicket-taking bowlers like Gurinder Sandhu and Will Sutherland, they have the ability to challenge the Scorchers if they get a strong start.

REN vs SCO Fantasy Advice (Expert Tips)

Perth Scorchers players should be the main core due to better form
Mitchell Marsh is a must-pick and the safest captain choice
Aaron Hardie offers consistent points and is a strong vice-captain option
Josh Brown is the best batting pick from Renegades
Gurinder Sandhu is a key wicket-taking bowler
Prefer top-order batters and death-over bowlers at Docklands Stadium

Small League Tips

Prefer safe captain choices like Mitchell Marsh
Pick 6–7 players from Perth Scorchers
Focus on in-form batters and all-rounders

Grand League Tips

Try risky captain picks like Josh Brown or Gurinder Sandhu
Include 1–2 differential players such as Nathan McAndrew
Avoid copying common team combinations

Final Fantasy Tip:

A balanced team with batting all-rounders and wicket-taking bowlers gives the best chance of scoring well.

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FAQs

Best picks for REN vs SCO Dream11 prediction?

Josh Brown, Mitchell Marsh, Aaron Hardie, Gurinder Sandhu.

Which players should I pick as Captain and Vice-Captain for my Dream11 team