MSA vs MRA Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- Australian T20 Top End Series 2025, Match 3
Published - 15 Aug 2025, 07:00 AM
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The third fixture of the Australian T20 Top End Series 2025 will feature Melbourne Stars Academy against Melbourne Renegades Academy at Marrara Cricket Ground (MCG 2), Darwin, on 15th August at 9:00 AM IST.
Get the best MSA vs MRA Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 3rd match of the Australian T20 Top End Series 2025. Expert analysis and more.
MSA vs MRA Match Preview:
The third match, slated for August 15, promises a blockbuster showdown as Melbourne Stars Academy clashes with Melbourne Renegades Academy in a fierce intra-city rivalry.
Melbourne Stars Academy fields a formidable lineup, with Blake Macdonald and Thomas Rogers set to dominate the top order, Sam Harper providing stability as wicketkeeper, and Sam Elliott leading the bowling attack with his fiery pace.
On the other hand, Melbourne Renegades Academy counters with Josh Brown’s explosive batting, Will Sutherland’s all-round brilliance, and Fergus O’Neill’s incisive bowling. Both teams have assembled stellar squads, blending aggressive batters and versatile bowlers, ensuring a high-octane battle.
As the match unfolds, the Stars will aim to outmuscle their rivals with disciplined bowling, while the Renegades plan to unleash their batting firepower. Consequently, spectators can expect a thrilling contest packed with boundaries and breakthroughs.
Historically, these academy sides have produced nail-biting encounters in the Top End Series, with the Renegades edging out the Stars in a high-scoring thriller last season. This time, both teams are primed to steal the spotlight in this electrifying derby.
MSA vs MRA Head-to-Head Record:
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Melbourne Stars Academy | 0 |
| Melbourne Renegades Academy | 0 |
MSA vs MRA Weather & Pitch Report:
| Temperature | 33°C |
| Weather Forecast | Sunny |
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 173 |
Record of chasing teams:
| Records | Good |
| Winning % | 55% |
MSA vs MRA Playing 11s (Predicted):
Melbourne Stars Academy Playing 11: Blake Macdonald, Thomas Rogers, Campbell Kellaway, Jonathan Merlo, Sam Harper (wk), Aryan Sharma, Austin Anlezark, Christian Howe, Sam Elliott, Hamish McKenzie, Cameron McClure
Melbourne Renegades Academy Playing 11: Josh Brown, Harry Dixon, Will Sutherland, Dylan Brasher, Arjun Nair, Ollie Peake, Jai Lemire (wk), Fergus O’Neill, David Moody, Xavier Crone, Callum Stow
MSA vs MRA Dream11 Team Today Players Stats:
| Player | Players Stats (last match) |
| Jonathan Merlo | NA |
| Hamish Mckenzie | NA |
| Will Sutherland | NA |
| Joshua Brown | NA |
Hot Picks for MSA vs MRA Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
| Will Sutherland |
| Joshua Brown |
Top Picks:
| Hamish Mckenzie |
| Jonathan Merlo |
Budget Picks:
| Doug Warren |
| Arjun Nair |
MSA vs MRA Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
| Captain | Will Sutherland & Joshua Brown |
| Vice-Captain | Hamish McKenzie & Jonathan Mero |
MSA vs MRA Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Sam Harper
- Batters – Joshua Brown, Jonathan Merlo, Harry Dixon, Tom Fraser Rogers
- All-rounders – Will Sutherland ©, Hamish McKenzie (vc), Xavier Crone, Arjun Nair
- Bowlers – Fergus O'Neill, Callum Stow
MSA vs MRA Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Sam Harper
- Batters – Joshua Brown (c), Jonathan Merlo (vc), Tom Fraser Rogers
- All-rounders – Will Sutherland, Hamish McKenzie, Xavier Crone, Arjun Nair
- Bowlers – Fergus O'Neill, Callum Stow, David Moody
MSA vs MRA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3 Australian T20 Top End Series 2025 Players to Avoid:
| Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
| Dylan Brasher | 7.0 credits | NA |
| Blake Macdonald | 7.0 credits | NA |
MSA vs MRA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3 Australian T20 Top End Series 2025 Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Will Sutherland |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Joshua Brown |
| Punt Picks | David Moody and Harry Dixon |
| Dream11 Combination | 1-4-4-2 |
