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Big Bash League preview: Melbourne Renegades team guide

The Renegades have lost a few veteran players but seem optimistic about their chances of bouncing back in BBL|10.

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After winning BBL|08, the Renegades had a disastrous season last summer, finishing last. Despite losing key players, the squad is hoping its luck will turn and the Victorians can recover some of their former glory.

Dan Christian, Tom Cooper and Jack Wildermuth left the team for greener pastures, but the Renegades brought in fresh faces to compensate for the loss to play alongside skipper Aaron Finch. New players include Rilee Rossouw and Imran Tahir, both from South Africa. Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad is in as well.

How to watch Melbourne Renegades BBL matches

Cricket fans can follow the Melbourne Renegades live and free. While some matches are on Channel 7, only Kayo and Foxtel have all games live, courtesy of Fox Cricket. For more details about broadcasts, check out our guide on how to watch the Big Bash League.

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Melbourne Renegades schedule

The Melbourne Renegades start the new BBL season against Perth Scorchers on Saturday 12 December. Here are the team's upcoming fixtures for BBL|10 or you can find the full Big Bash League schedule here:

Date Match Venue Time (AEDT) Where to watch
Saturday, 12 December 2020 Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers Blundstone Arena 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Sunday, 13 December 2020 Sydney Sixers vs Melbourne Renegades Blundstone Arena 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Saturday, 19 December 2020 Hobart Hurricanes vs Melbourne Renegades Blundstone Arena 11:10 AM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Saturday, 26 December 2020 Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades Manuka Oval 6:10 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Tuesday, 29 December 2020 Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers Metricon Stadium 5:10 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Friday, 1 January 2021 Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder TBC 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Sunday, 3 January 2021 Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades TBC 4:05 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Tuesday, 5 January 2021 Melbourne Renegades vs Adelaide Strikers TBC 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Friday, 8 January 2021 Adelaide Strikers vs Melbourne Renegades TBC 6:10 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Thursday, 14 January 2021 Brisbane Heat vs Melbourne Renegades TBC 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Sunday, 17 January 2021 Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades TBC 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Wednesday, 20 January 2021 Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars TBC 7:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7
Saturday, 23 January 2021 Melbourne Renegades vs Brisbane Heat TBC 4:05 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel
Tuesday, 26 January 2021 Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes TBC 4:15 PM Kayo Sports, Foxtel, Channel 7

Melbourne Renegades squad

Besides the new international players, the Renegades secured some domestic talent as well – including fast bowler Josh Lalor and all-rounder Jack Prestwidge. Here's how the squad looks ahead of the BBL|10 season:

Player Age Country Position
Aaron Finch 34 Australia Batsmen
Alex Doolan 35 Australia Batsmen
Jake Fraser-McGurk 18 Australia Batsmen
Marcus Harris 28 Australia Batsmen
Mackenzie Harvey 20 Australia Batsmen
Shaun Marsh 36 Australia Batsmen
Rilee Rossouw 31 South Africa Batsmen
Tom Andrews 26 Australia All-rounders
Mohammad Nabi 34 Afganistan All-rounders
Beau Webster 25 Australia All-rounders
Will Sutherland 21 Australia All-rounders
Nathan McSweeney 21 Australia All-rounders
Jack Prestwidge 24 Australia All-rounders
Sam Harper 23 Australia Wicketkeepers
Brayden Stepien 19 Australia Wicketkeepers
Zak Evans 19 Australia Pace bowlers
Mitchell Perry 20 Australia Pace bowlers
Joe Mennie 31 Australia Pace bowlers
James Pattinson 30 Australia Pace bowlers
Kane Richardson 29 Australia Pace bowlers
Josh Lalor 33 Australia Pace bowlers
Andrew Fekete 35 Australia Pace bowlers
Luke Robins 26 Australia Pace bowlers
Cameron Boyce 31 Australia Spin bowlers
Jon Holland 32 Australia Spin bowlers
Imran Tahir 41 South Africa Spin bowlers
Noor Ahmad 15 Afganistan Spin bowlers

Melbourne Renegades history

After four consecutive years with no finals action, the Renegades started to bounce back during BBL|07. They finished third during the regular season, bowing out in the semi-finals.

BBL|08 was their best season yet, bringing them their first championship title. The victory was even sweeter as they played the final against rivals Melbourne Stars. The Melbourne Derby always draws big crowds.

The Renegades play their home matches at Marvel Stadium. Michael Klinger is the squad's coach, while Aaron Finch is captain.

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Image source: Melbourne Renegades website

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