Melbourne Stars v Melbourne Renegades – Big Bash – Toss Report
In the KFC Big Bash clash of the two heavy weights, Melbourne Stars have won the toss against the Renegades and have elected to bat first at the MCG stadium, January 7, 2012.
An enthralling contest sees the two Melbourne franchises battle it out in a must win, pitting the likes of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Shahid-Afridi-c2482 and Co.
The Stars have struck first blood after they opted to bat first in front of their home fans as the derby fixtures is said to amass plenty of coverage for the competition.
It has been a disappointing campaign for both sides despite possessing some of the best talents which sees them currently in the bottom half of the points table.
The Stars have registered just one win from their 4 games so far, which came early in the tournament against the Brisbane Heat. They lost their last match against Perth Scorchers by a close margin of 8 runs after a lackluster batting display, which saw them
fail to chase down the target of 137.
They will be looking for an improved performance from their skipper, Cameron White, who has failed to reach double figures in any of his four innings. The key for them will be the presence of Warny as the leg-spinner will be eager to get his side back on
track.
A win is a must for the hosts if they want to qualify for the knock out stages.
Their opponents, Renegades had a poor start to the tournament as they lost the first two encounters but fought back strongly to win the next two games against both Sydney outfits, the Thunders’ and Sixers.
Their main weapon has been Shahid Afridi, who emerged Player of the Match in his team’s win against the Thunders while the other key member of the side is opener and veteran, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Brad-Hodge-c1184.
Hodge has provided his team with excellent starts and scored an unbeaten 51 ball 72 in the last match, which helped his side claim convincing success against the Sixers. No changes are expected in their line up as the Renegades look to maintain their winning
streak.
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