Sydney Thunder vs Melbourne Renegades predictions, Jan 12, 2026

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In a highly anticipated Australian Big Bash T20 showdown, Sydney Thunder will face off against Melbourne Renegades on January 12, 2026. The match will take place at the home ground of Sydney Thunder, adding an extra level of excitement to the encounter.

Both teams come into this match with differing recent forms. Sydney Thunder have struggled to find their rhythm, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches. On the other hand, Melbourne Renegades have managed to win two of their last five games, showing signs of promise.

The bookmakers have slightly favored Melbourne Renegades for this match, with odds of 1.69 for an away win compared to 2.13 for a home win for Sydney Thunder. According to our model prediction, there is a 44.5% chance of a home win and a 55.5% chance of an away win, highlighting the closely contested nature of this fixture.

With both teams possessing strong tactical strengths and weaknesses, this match is sure to be a thrilling battle between two competitive sides. The outcome remains uncertain, making this a must-watch event for cricket fans.

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Thunder 44.2%

Renegades 55.8%

Outrights of Australian Big Bash T20 Melbourne Renegades: 2.16%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.15		1.68
	2.15		1.7
	2.13		1.67
	2.05		1.71

Latest Results

10.01.26 Brisbane Heat – Sydney Thunder – 183:180 06.01.26 Adelaide Strikers – Sydney Thunder – 165:159 03.01.26 Sydney Thunder – Hobart Hurricanes – 205:207 30.12.25 Sydney Thunder – Perth Scorchers – 131:202 28.12.25 Melbourne Stars – Sydney Thunder – 132:128

10.01.26 Melbourne Renegades – Melbourne Stars – 166:170 07.01.26 Perth Scorchers – Melbourne Renegades – 127:130 04.01.26 Melbourne Stars – Melbourne Renegades – 173:177 01.01.26 Melbourne Renegades – Sydney Sixers – 164:168 29.12.25 Hobart Hurricanes – Melbourne Renegades – 163:162

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Thunder won 4.

Thunder has suffered several defeats recently (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Renegades has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Thunder may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.

In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Thunder won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 2544:2476. (average 141.3:137.6).

Including home matches between the teams, Thunder won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 1410:1345. (average 141:134.5).

Latest Head To Head

30.12.24 Sydney Thunder – Melbourne Renegades – 156:148 17.01.24 Sydney Thunder – Melbourne Renegades – Abandoned 19.01.23 Sydney Thunder – Melbourne Renegades – 144:142 18.12.22 Melbourne Renegades – Sydney Thunder – 175:174 19.01.22 Sydney Thunder – Melbourne Renegades – 170:169

Standings

2025/26

		Pts	W	L	N/R		Pts
1	Adelaide Strikers	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
2	Brisbane Heat	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
3	Hobart Hurricanes	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
4	Melbourne Renegades	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
5	Melbourne Stars	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
6	Perth Scorchers	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
7	Sydney Sixers	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
8	Sydney Thunder	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

Australian Big Bash T20 Outrights

1. Hobart: 2.88 (29.67%)

2. Perth Scorchers: 4.07 (21.01%)

3. Melbourne Stars: 4.5 (18.99%)

4. Sydney Sixers: 4.7 (18.18%)

5. Brisbane Heat: 12.6 (6.78%)

6. Adelaide: 26.6 (3.21%)

7. Melbourne Renegades: 39.6 (2.16%)

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