REN vs SIX Dream11 Prediction, Dream11 Playing XI, Today Match 18, Big Bash League 2025-26

Dream11 fantasy XI tips and guide for Match 18 of Big Bash League 2025-26 between REN vs SIX to be played in Melbourne.

Babar Azam’s joining the Sydney Sixers has certainly helped him perform well on social media, and his fan engagement has increased significantly. However, his performance is a big concern. Not only Babar, but other players have also had to struggle a lot.

With only one win in four games, the Sixers are in sixth place in the table. They are gearing up to take on the Melbourne Renegades in the next match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 15 on January 1.

This match will be held at Docklands Stadium, starting at 10:30 AM IST. The Renegades are also looking to gain some momentum as they have lost their last two games. Another defeat can surely hurt their chances of qualification.

REN vs SIX: Match Details

• Match: Melbourne Renegades (REN) vs Sydney Sixers (SIX), Match 18, Big Bash League 2025-26
• Match Date: January 01, 2026 (Thursday)
• Time: 10:30 A.M. (Indian Standard Time) / 5:00 AM GMT / 04:00 PM LOCAL
• Venue: Docklands Stadium, Melbourne

REN vs SIX: Head-to-Head: REN (5) – SIX (14)

A total of 20 matches have been played between these two sides in the BBL. Sydney Sixers have a big lead with 14 wins, and Melbourne Renegades have managed only 5 wins. Whereas one game has been washed out.

REN vs SIX: Weather Report

The weather in Melbourne on Thursday afternoon will be clear and sunny. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 21°C. On the other hand, the average humidity will be 55 percent.

REN vs SIX: Pitch Report

The pitch at Docklands Stadium is expected to be helpful for fast bowlers, with the ball getting good bounce. The history suggests that fast bowlers have taken more wickets here than spinners.

Batting conditions will get better in the latter stages. This venue has an average first-inning score of 157, with the chasing team having recorded more wins.

REN vs SIX: Predicted XIs:

Melbourne Renegades: Tim Seifert, Josh Brown, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Md. Rizwan (wk), Oliver Peake, Will Sutherland (c), Hassan Khan, Gurinder Sandhu, Andrew Tye, Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff.

Sydney Sixers: Babar Azam, Daniel Hughes, Moises Henriques (c), Josh Philippe (wk), Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Jordan Silk, Ben Manenti, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Kane Richardson.

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1 REN vs SIX Dream11:

Wicket-keepers: Josh Philippe, Tim Seifert, Muhammad Rizwan

Batters: Daniel Hughes, Oliver Peake

All-rounders: Will Sutherland, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies

Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Gurinder Sandhu, Jason Behrendorff

Captain First-Choice: Jack Edwards || Captain Second-Choice: Ben Dwarshuis

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Tim Seifert || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Joel Davies

Suggested Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2 REN vs SIX Dream11:

Wicket-keeper: Josh Philippe

Batters: Daniel Hughes, Oliver Peake, Josh Brown

All-rounders: Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Hasan Khan

Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Gurinder Sandhu, Jason Behrendorff

Captain First-Choice: Josh Philippe || Captain Second-Choice: Hasan Khan

Vice-Captain First-Choice: Josh Philippe || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Daniel Hughes

REN vs SIX: Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?

Both teams have their own problems, and it is all about overcoming those areas of concern. The Sydney Sixers’ batting lineup looks a bit weak, with only a few batsmen performing well.

The Melbourne Renegades have more players with contributions, and the home conditions will also favor them. Hence, we back the Renegades to win this game.

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