MR vs PS Match Prediction : 36th Match, Big Bash League, 2025-2026

The Perth Scorchers sit comfortably above the Renegades on the points table and continue to gather momentum at the business end of the season. Their record at Docklands Stadium is also impressive, with an 80% win rate over their last 10 matches at the venue. With superior form, firepower, and confidence, Perth enter this contest as deserved favourites.

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Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Head-to-Head Record

The Melbourne Renegades edged out Perth Scorchers off the final ball earlier this season. However, Perth have largely dominated this rivalry, winning 7 of the last 10 meetings, while the Renegades have managed just 3 victories in that span.

Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Live-streaming and Broadcast

In Australia, the Big Bash League is broadcast on Channel 7 and Fox Cricket, with live streaming options available through Kayo Sports, Foxtel Go, and 7plus.​

For viewers in the Indian subcontinent, coverage in India is available on the Star Sports Network and streamed via Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in Pakistan can watch the matches on PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while those in Bangladesh can also tune in via the Star Sports Network feeds.​

In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports Cricket holds the exclusive broadcast rights, allowing fans to stream the action live on Sky Go and NOW.

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MR vs PS Team Previews

Melbourne Renegades

The Renegades come into this fixture short on confidence and struggling for consistency. Their batting has regularly failed to build momentum beyond the opening stand. While Josh Brown has shown signs of form late in the season, support from the rest of the top and middle order has been unreliable.

Against the Thunder, Brown and Tim Seifert added 62 for the first wicket, but only Hassan Khan’s 46 provided any notable resistance thereafter, with several batters dismissed cheaply.

The bowling has been slightly more effective but still lacks penetration. Gurinder Sandhu has taken wickets but at a high cost, conceding 42 runs in his four overs in the last match. Adam Zampa’s 2 for 21 was tidy, yet without support from the rest of the attack, the Renegades have struggled to control scoring.

If multiple bowlers again go at over 10 an over, containing Perth’s powerful batting lineup will be extremely difficult.

Currently near the bottom of the table, Melbourne look short on confidence and direction, making them a risky betting option against an in-form opponent.

Melbourne Renegades Expected Playing 11

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

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Perth Scorchers

The Perth Scorchers appear to be peaking at exactly the right time. Their crushing 232 for 4 against the Adelaide Strikers showcased both their batting depth and ruthless intent. Mitchell Marsh’s commanding 88 and Finn Allen’s explosive 38 off just 16 balls set the tone, with 69 runs coming in the first four overs alone.

The middle order ensured there was no let-up. Josh Inglis (42 off 23), Aaron Hardie (34* off 22), and Ashton Turner (20* off 8) accelerated further, taking the innings to an imposing total. Perth’s ability to maintain pressure throughout the innings makes them one of the most dangerous sides in the tournament.

With the ball, they were equally effective. David Payne’s three wickets and Mahli Beardman’s two ensured Adelaide never threatened the target. Support from Cooper Connolly, Jhye Richardson, and Aaron Hardie further highlighted the balance of this attack.

With five wins from eight matches, Perth are firmly established as genuine title contenders.

Perth Scorchers Expected Playing 11

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

MR vs PS Toss Prediction

Docklands Stadium has favoured chasing teams this season, with every match here in the 2025/26 BBL won by the side batting second. Captains are therefore likely to opt to bowl first under the lights.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The new ball should come nicely onto the bat, making the powerplay the most productive phase for scoring. Fast bowlers can expect some swing and seam early before the surface flattens and slows later in the innings.
The average first-innings score at this venue this season is around 165, but teams may need 180+ to feel safe defending.

Weather forecasts indicate a mostly cloudy evening, with a 40% chance of rain at some stage. A full washout is unlikely, but brief interruptions could play a role.

MR vs PS: Who Will Win?

The Renegades’ inconsistency makes this a difficult matchup for the home side against a red-hot Perth Scorchers outfit. With only three wins from eight matches, Melbourne offer little betting confidence. Perth’s explosive batting is likely to dominate early, while their disciplined bowling attack should control proceedings later.

Bet on Perth Scorchers to win.