Tom Rogers and Glenn Maxwell of the Melbourne Stars celebrate victory
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BBL 2023/24, Match 23: Stars Paint Melbourne Green
Melbourne Stars successfully restricted the Melbourne Renegades to a mere 97 runs in today's abbreviated BBL match, and later chased down the target, securing a convincing 8-wicket victory. Quinton de Kock emerged as the top scorer for the Renegades with 23 runs.
In a stellar bowling performance, Glenn Maxwell showcased his prowess with an impressive economy rate of 3. During the Stars' innings, they made a promising start by accumulating 43 runs in the powerplay.
Thomas Rogers played a pivotal role in the successful chase, contributing 46 runs, while Glenn Maxwell added 32 runs to the tally. The Stars capitalized on key opportunities, notably in the 11th over bowled by Adam Zampa, where they amassed 20 runs.
A crucial phase unfolded between the 9th and 11th overs, during which the batting side secured 5 boundaries, shifting the momentum decisively in their favor. Ultimately, Melbourne Stars clinched the match with 8 wickets in hand and 11 balls to spare.
Match Summary
Melbourne Stars vs Melbourne Renegades, 23rd Match, Big Bash League
Melbourne Stars 98/2 (12.0 ov)
Melbourne Renegades 97/7 (14 ov)
Results - Melbourne Stars won by 8 wickets
Match Stats
Melbourne Renegades Fall of wickets: 1-33 (Jordan Cox - 2.5 ov), 2-45 (Quinton de Kock - 5.1 ov), 3-51 (Shaun Marsh - 7.3 ov), 4-55 (Jake Fraser-McGurk - 8.3 ov), 5-74 (Jonathan Wells - 11.3 ov), 6-79 (Will Sutherland - 12.2 ov), 7-93 (Mackenzie Harvey - 13.2 ov)
Melbourne Stars Fall of wickets: 1-18 (Dan Lawrence - 2.3 ov), 2-53 (Beau Webster - 7.4 ov)
Playing XI
Melbourne Stars
Melbourne Renegades
Match Details:
Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024 08:15
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Toss: Melbourne Stars elected to bowl
Officials Umpires: Michael Graham-Smith (Australia) Sam Nogajski (Australia) Shawn Craig (Australia TV)
Match Referee: Bob Stratford (Australia)
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