REN vs STR Match 20 Results

11:33 AM IST Right then, that is it from the game. A convincing victory for the Adelaide Strikers! The Big Bash League action continues as we have a double header on Friday, the 3rd of January. It will be between the Brisbane Heat versus the Sydney Sixers at 12.35 pm IST (7.05 am GMT) and Perth Scorchers versus the Sydney Thunder at 3.45 pm IST (10.15 am GMT). Do join us for the early build up as well. Until then, take care, and cheers!

11:33 AM IST Chris Lynn is the Player of the Match. He says that his team needed a strong start and was fortunate to capitalize on a couple of opportunities that benefitted them. Adds that he was focusing on maximizing the powerplay and the pitch was in favor of the batters. He praised the bowlers for their excellent performance and highlighted the team's desire to finish the game swiftly. Lastly, he noted that while it isn't necessary to bowl eight overs of leg spin, having multiple options within the squad is beneficial.

11:30 AM IST Earlier in the game, the Melbourne Renegades scored 142, thanks to a strong bowling performance from the Adelaide Strikers. Initially, the Renegades looked set to score over 160, with Josh Brown leading the charge and scoring 66 runs. However, after a solid partnership with Bethell, they suffered a collapse, losing six wickets by the 15th over. Brendan Doggett and Henry Thornton were the standout bowlers for the Strikers, maintaining a low run rate and taking crucial wickets, while Overton and Pope also contributed with two wickets each. Cameron Boyce added a wicket as well.

11:30 AM IST The Strikers encountered a minor hiccup with the quick dismissals of James Bazley and Jake Weatherald. However, Ollie Pope and skipper Alex Ross demonstrated resilience, with Ross ultimately guiding the team home, sealing the win in the 18th over. Melbourne Renegades bowlers struggled to break the opening stand and that is what cost them the game.

11:29 AM IST A sensational display of batting as the Adelaide Strikers bounced back from a three game losing streak to secure a five-wicket victory! It was all Chris Lynn show at the Docklands Stadium, Melbourne! Lynn opened the innings with intent, propelling the Strikers to a solid start. His fifty came at a blistering pace, while D’Arcy Short complimented him with a steady knock. Together, they forged a formidable partnership of 104 runs, with Short contributing 27 before Lynn departed for an impressive 88 runs from 51 balls!