MR vs HH Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Match 8 T20 – Big Bash League 2025/26
The 8th T20 match of the Big Bash League 2025/26 pits the Melbourne Renegades (MR) against the Hobart Hurricanes (HH) at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on 21 December 2025. Both franchises have started their BBL campaigns with intent, and this clash promises exciting southpaw power hitters, quality seamers in action, and plenty of fantasy cricket opportunities. Let’s dive into the complete match forecast and Dream11 prediction.
📅 Match Details
- Match: Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes
- Tournament: Big Bash League 2025/26
- Match Type: T20 (Match 8)
- Date: 21 December 2025
- Time: 02:15 PM IST / 07:45 AM Local (AUS)
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne, Australia
📝 Match Preview
The Melbourne Renegades have a strong top order and pace battery that can exploit typical MCG bounce in the powerplay. Their middle order has match-winners who can accelerate scoring in the death overs. Meanwhile, the Hobart Hurricanes have balanced batters capable of big hits and cunning bowlers who can put brakes on scoring. This fixture could turn into a high-scoring affair with some late twists.
📊 Pitch Report – Melbourne Cricket Ground
- The MCG pitch traditionally supports high-scoring T20s
- Fast bowlers get good bounce and carry through the innings
- Spinners might get brief assistance in the middle overs
- Chasing sides often have a slight advantage
Expected 1st Innings Score: 180–210
Toss winners often prefer to bat first to set a challenging total at MCG.
☀ Weather Forecast
- 🌤 Conditions: Partly sunny
- 🌡 Temperature: Around 22–25°C
- 🌦 Rain: Low chance of interruptions
Perfect weather forecast for a full 20-over contest in Melbourne.
🧑🤝🧑 MR vs HH Probable Playing 11
(Final XIs subject to toss and last-minute injury updates — below based on squad trends & recent match sheets.)
🔴 Melbourne Renegades (MR) Probable XI
- Aaron Finch (c)
- Will Sutherland
- Tom Cooper
- Nic Maddinson
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Joe Clarke
- Matthew Wade (wk)
- Zak Evans
- Jack Taylor
- Kane Richardson
- Basil Rigg
🟠 Hobart Hurricanes (HH) Probable XI
- Mac Wright (c)
- D’Arcy Short
- Tom Rogers
- Ben McDermott (wk)
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Rashid Khan
- Nathan Ellis
- Scott Boland
- Derek Walker
- Chris Green
- Jordan Thompson
⭐ Best Fantasy Picks
🔥 Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades
- Aaron Finch: Explosive powerplayer
- Ben Dwarshuis: Key fantasy bowler
- Matthew Wade: Middle-order runs + keeps
⚡ Top Picks – Hobart Hurricanes
- Rashid Khan: Top spin variant with high wicket probability
- D’Arcy Short: Strong T20 run scorer
- Heinrich Klaasen: Impact finisher
🏆 Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🥇 Captain Options
- Aaron Finch (MR)
- Rashid Khan (HH)
🥈 Vice-Captain Options
- D’Arcy Short (HH)
- Matthew Wade (MR)
🧠 Suggested Dream11 Team Layout
- WK: Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott
- BAT: Aaron Finch, Nic Maddinson, D’Arcy Short
- AR: Rashid Khan, Aaron Finch, Joe Clarke
- BOWL: Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Scott Boland, Kane Richardson
Focus on players who contribute with both bat and ball for a balanced fantasy squad.
🔮 Winning Prediction
Prediction: Hobart Hurricanes slightly favoured due to form in recent BBL ties and a balanced XI, but Renegades’ batting depth at MCG can turn the match if they fire early.
🏁 Final Summary
The MR vs HH Match 8 in the Big Bash League 2025/26 is expected to be an engaging T20 clash with big totals and match-deciding overs. Fantasy cricket players should concentrate on power hitters and spinner wizards who can make impacts in the middle overs.
