Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers & Fantasy Tips: Who Will Win Today's Match? - BBL 2025-26, Match 18
This article provides today’s BBL Match 18 prediction with fantasy tips, recent form, and head-to-head records. It does not include live scores or match results.
Match Preview
The MICT vs PC match prediction centers on a crucial BBL Match 18 at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne, where Melbourne Renegades face Sydney Sixers. Renegades come in with just one win from three games, having lost to Hobart Hurricanes after failing to build pressure with the bat.
The MICT vs PC prediction reflects a similar struggle for momentum, as Sydney Sixers have won only one of their four matches and were beaten convincingly by Melbourne Stars, exposing batting and bowling issues. From a fantasy view, the MICT vs PC Dream11 prediction points to a tight contest, and selecting in-form players is key for a balanced MICT vs PC Dream11 team today
Match Details
- Match: Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers (MR vs SS)
- Event: Big Bash League 2025-26 – Match 18
- Date: Thursday, 1 January 2026
- Time: 10:30 AM IST
- Venue: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne, Australia
Recent Form
Melbourne Renegades – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): L L L W L
- Won 1 out of 3 matches so far
- Last match: Lost to Hobart Hurricanes by 4 wickets
- In-form players: Tim Seifert, Oliver Peake, Adam Zampa
Sydney Sixers – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): L L L W L
- Won 1 out of 4 matches so far
- Last match: Lost to Melbourne Stars BY 7 wickets
- In-form players: Josh Philippe, Daniel Hughes, Jack Edwards
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Melbourne Renegades Won(REN) Won | Sydney Sixers Won(SIX) Won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
19 |
05 |
14 |
00 |
Insight: Sydney Sixers have dominated Melbourne Renegades in recent encounters, winning each of their last five clashes.
Pitch & Weather Report – Docklands Stadium, Melbourne
- Hard surface with true bounce, favoring stroke play
- Short square boundaries reward aggressive batting
Expected 1st Innings Score: 155–160
- Rain unlikely, conditions expected to stay stable
Overall: Favorable conditions for a full 20-over contest.
Probable Playing 11
Melbourne Renegades (REN) Probable XI
Josh Brown, Tim Seifert, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Oliver Peake, Hassan Khan, Will Sutherland (c), Gurinder Sandhu, Andrew Tye, Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff
Sydney Sixers (SIX) Probable XI
Daniel Hughes, Babar Azam, Josh Philippe (wk), Moises Henriques (c), Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Jordan Silk, Ben Dwarshuis, Ben Manenti, Sean Abbott, Kane Richardson
REN vs SIX Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper
Josh Philippe (SS) – Leading run-scorer for Sixers, 180 runs in 4 innings
Batters
Tim Seifert (MR) – Consistent run-scorer, 162 runs in 3 innings.
Daniel Hughes (SS) – Reliable top-order option, 60 runs off 42 balls in last innings
Oliver Peake (MR) – Impressive strike rate this season, 90 runs in last 3 innings
Allrounders
Jack Edwards (SYS) – Allrounder, 92 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches
Bowlers
Joel Davies (SYS) – Key pacer, 6 wickets in last 3 matches with economy under 6
Adam Zampa (MLR) – Strike spinner, 3/25 in last match vs Hurricanes
Captain: Tim Seifert (MLR)
Vice-Captain: Josh Philippe (SYS)
Toss Prediction
The toss-winning captain is expected to bowl first, given the strong chasing record at Docklands Stadium.
REN vs SIX Match Prediction - Who Will Win Today?
Sydney Sixers may hold a psychological edge due to recent head-to-head dominance, but Melbourne Renegades look slightly better placed in current conditions. Home advantage, combined with stronger recent performances from Tim Seifert and Oliver Peake, tilts the balance in Melbourne’s favor. If you want more clarity on how the teams might perform today, the earlier SIX vs STA Match 11 prediction and HUR vs REN 15th Match prediction with fantasy tips still give valuable insights.
Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers Today Match Prediction:
👉 Melbourne Renegades to win
Final Thoughts
Melbourne Renegades are our favorites for BBL Match 18. Fantasy players should focus on top-order batters like Tim Seifert and Josh Philippe, while bowlers such as Adam Zampa and Jason Behrendorff are expected to play decisive roles.
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❓FAQs
Melbourne Renegades are favored to win.
A balanced team with Tim Seifert, Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards, and Adam Zampa.
Captain: Tim Seifert | Vice-Captain: Josh Philippe.
Batting-friendly pitch with true bounce and short boundaries.
Sydney Sixers have won 14 of 19 matches.
Around 155–160 runs.
The toss-winning team should bowl first.