BBL 2025-26 Match 36: REN vs SCO head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

The Melbourne Renegades will take on the Perth Scorchers in Match 36 of the Big Bash League 2025-26 at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne, on Thursday, January 15. The two sides last met earlier this season, where the Renegades surprised the Scorchers with a win.

The Renegades have had an inconsistent season. They have won only three games from eight matches and are currently seventh on the points table. With the playoffs slipping away, the home side will want to put up a strong performance to end their campaign on a high note.

Meanwhile, the Perth Scorchers had a decent season so far. From eight matches they won five matches, are currently placed third on the points table and have put themselves in a good position to qualify for the playoffs. The Scorchers will look to continue their steady run and secure crucial points with the league stage nearing its end.

REN vs SCO: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 23
  
• Melbourne Renegades Won: 6
• Perth Scorchers Won: 16
  
• No Result: 1

REN vs SCO: Pitch Report

The pitch at Docklands usually helps teams batting first. As the game goes on, the surface slows down and scoring becomes harder. stroke play gets a little difficult. The fast bowlers usually have success with cutters and slower balls, especially in middle and death overs. Here, a good powerplay with the bat can make a difference here.

REN vs SCO: Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Renegades (REN):

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

Perth Scorchers (SCO):

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