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Welcome to today’s cricket preview of the 19th match of the Melbourne T10 Invitational 2025, where Sydney Sixers Academy will face off against Melbourne Renegades Academy. In this Sydney Sixers Academy vs Melbourne Renegades Academy prediction, we break down everything you need to know about this high-voltage clash. The match is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 15th April 2025 at Junction Oval, Melbourne, with play starting at 8:30 AM IST. Cricketwebs provides you 100% match prediction tips for every cricket game – let’s dive into the full analysis.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 Melbourne Renegades Academy – Team Preview
- 4 Sydney Sixers Academy – Team Preview
- 5 Squad List
- 6 Probable Playing XI
- 7 Fantasy Team XI (Top Picks)
- 8 Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- 9 Favourite Team Today
- 10 Pitch Report – Junction Oval, Melbourne
- 11 Weather Report
- 12 Broadcast Details
- 13 Toss Winner Prediction
- 14 Match Winner Prediction
- 15 Share this:
- 16 Like this:
- 17 Related
Match Details
| Match | Sydney Sixers Academy vs Melbourne Renegades Academy |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, 15th April 2025 |
| Time | 8:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Junction Oval, Melbourne |
| Format | T10 (10 overs per side) |
Team Previews
Melbourne Renegades Academy – Team Preview
Melbourne Renegades Academy haven’t quite hit their stride in the tournament. They are placed at the bottom of the table with just 2 wins in 6 matches, and their inconsistency continues to hurt their chances of climbing the ladder.
Their batting unit has been highly dependent on Harry Dixon, who leads the side with 116 runs in the competition. While Dixon has offered some stability at the top, the lack of contributions from other batters, especially the openers like Dylan Brasher and Scott Edwards, has made their batting lineup fragile.
The standout performer for Renegades in the bowling department is Jake Scott, who has been consistent and has already bagged 7 wickets. Xavier Crone, though primarily known for his batting, has shown great promise with the ball as well and was the hero in their recent win against Sydney Thunder Academy, scoring 39 off 18 balls to lift his team to 88 runs in 10 overs.
However, the main concern lies in their slow batting starts and inability to rotate the strike effectively in the powerplay. If they’re to challenge the Sixers Academy, Renegades must up the scoring rate and plug the gaps in their fielding.
Sydney Sixers Academy – Team Preview
Sydney Sixers Academy are placed 4th on the table with 3 wins and 4 losses, and they’ve recently found rhythm with a solid 7-wicket win over Sydney Thunder Academy.
Lachlan Shaw has been in prime form and is the top run-scorer for the team with 91 runs. His explosive batting style and ability to finish matches make him a crucial cog in their batting lineup. He scored a brisk 24 off 8 balls to seal the win in the last game and will once again be key.
Openers Brock Fitton and Joel Davies have shown great composure, scoring 25 and 23 respectively in the successful chase. Their steady starts allow the middle order to accelerate freely in the latter half of the innings.
On the bowling front, Jake Scott (who appears to be playing for both squads in this tournament’s format) leads the charge, showing his versatility and control with 7 wickets. The presence of Addison Sheriff and John James also boosts the bowling department with additional options in the middle overs.
If Sixers Academy can replicate their recent batting effort and maintain their bowling discipline, they will be hard to beat in this matchup.
Squad List
Melbourne Renegades Academy:
Aiman Nadeem, Cameron Hemp, Dylan Brasher, Farzan Chowna, Harry Dixon, Mitch Jameson, Ollie Peake, Arjun Nair, Aryan Sharma, Lachlan Bangs, Xavier Crone, Jai Lemire (wk), Scott Edwards (wk), Callum Stow, Cameron McClure, David Moody, Harkirat Bajwa, Jackson Smith, Lachy Bangs, Michael Archer
Sydney Sixers Academy:
Brock Fitton, Harjas Singh, Tristan Kennedy, Addison Sheriff, Austin Waugh, Jack Nisbet, John James, Lachlan Shaw (wk), Connor Cook, Jake Scott, Joel Davies, Ryan Gupta
Probable Playing XI
Sydney Sixers Academy:
Brock Fitton, Joel Davies, Lachlan Shaw (wk), Austin Waugh, Connor Cook, Addison Sheriff, Harjas Singh, John James, Jake Scott, Jack Nisbet, Ryan Gupta
Melbourne Renegades Academy:
Harry Dixon, Dylan Brasher, Xavier Crone, Farzan Chowna, Jai Lemire (wk), Arjun Nair, Jake Scott, Cameron McClure, David Moody, Ollie Peake, Lachlan Bangs
Fantasy Team XI (Top Picks)
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Lachlan Shaw (C) | Wicketkeeper |
| Xavier Crone (VC) | All-Rounder |
| Joel Davies | Batsman |
| Harry Dixon | Batsman |
| Brock Fitton | Batsman |
| Jake Scott | Bowler |
| Addison Sheriff | All-Rounder |
| John James | Bowler |
| Farzan Chowna | All-Rounder |
| Austin Waugh | Batsman |
| Cameron McClure | Bowler |
Captain: Lachlan Shaw
Vice-Captain: Xavier Crone
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Scott Edwards – Out of form with the bat
- Dylan Brasher – Struggling for runs at the top
Favourite Team Today
Sydney Sixers Academy is the favorite today due to their stronger recent performances and balanced squad. Their top order is in better form, and their bowling unit has been tighter and more effective under pressure.
Pitch Report – Junction Oval, Melbourne
The pitch at Junction Oval has consistently favored batters, with scores above 100 becoming the norm in recent games. Expect a flat track with even bounce, ideal for stroke play. Bowlers who can vary pace and bowl into the wicket have a chance to make an impact in the death overs.
Weather Report
Clear skies are expected in Melbourne on match day. The temperature will hover around 20–24°C with low humidity. There’s no forecast of rain, ensuring a full 10-over-a-side contest.
Broadcast Details
Streaming Platform: Fancode (India)
Toss Winner Prediction
Toss Winner: Melbourne Renegades Academy
Match Winner Prediction
Match Winner: Sydney Sixers Academy Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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