• Melbourne Renegades defeated Perth Scorchers by 4 wickets in a thrilling BBL 2024-25 game.

  • For his outstanding all round performance Tom Rogers was named Player of the Match.

BBL|14 [Twitter reactions]: Will Sutherland and Tom Rogers steer Melbourne Renegades to a thrilling last-over victory against Perth Scorchers
Melbourne Renegades defeated Perth Scorchers (Image Source: X)

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The 26th match of the Big Bash League 2024-25 saw the Melbourne Renegades edge past the Perth Scorchers by 4 wickets in a nail-biting finish at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Skipper Will Sutherland and Tom Rogers showcased exceptional all-round performances, guiding the Renegades to a well-earned victory.

Perth Scorchers struggle to post a competitive total

After winning the toss, the Melbourne Renegades opted to bowl first, putting the Scorchers under pressure early on. The Perth Scorchers managed a modest total of 147/8 in their 20 overs. The top-order struggled against a disciplined Renegades bowling attack, with only Aaron Hardie managing a steady 34 off 34 balls with three boundaries. The real standout for the Scorchers was Ashton Agar, who came in as a lower-order batter and smashed an unbeaten 51 off 30 balls, including a solitary four and four towering sixes.

Adam Zampa was the pick of the Renegades bowlers, finishing with figures of 3/27 in his four-over spell. Sutherland and Rogers chipped in with two wickets each, while Kane Richardson claimed one. Their combined efforts restricted the Scorchers to a below-par total.

Will Sutherland and Tom Rogers shine in the chase

The Melbourne Renegades’ chase began shakily, with the Scorchers’ pacers Lance Morris, Jason Behrendorff, and Jhye Richardson striking early. The Renegades found themselves in trouble, losing wickets at regular intervals. However, Sutherland steadied the innings with a captain’s knock of 70 runs off 45 balls, which included five fours and three sixes. His aggressive yet calculated approach kept the Renegades in the hunt. Rogers played a crucial role in the lower order, contributing a match-winning 49 off 31 balls, laced with four fours and three sixes and remained not out. Together, Sutherland and Rogers ensured the Renegades crossed the finish line with just four wickets to spare, scoring 150/6 in 19.4 overs.

The Scorchers’ bowlers fought valiantly to defend the modest total. Morris, Behrendorff, and Jhye each picked up two wickets, with Morris being particularly economical. However, their efforts were not enough to counter the brilliance of Sutherland and Rogers. For his outstanding all-round performance, which included two wickets and a crucial 49-run knock, Rogers was adjudged Player of the Match. His contributions with both bat and ball were pivotal in the Renegades’ victory, keeping their campaign alive in the Big Bash League 2024-25.

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