By Zainab Shafiq 
Set your alarms for December 13 as Melbourne Stars clash with Perth Scorchers in the 7th Match at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. The battle begins at 08:15 AM GMT / 07:15 PM LOCAL, promising a riveting showdown under the Melbourne sky.
Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers Match Preview
As Melbourne Stars gear up to face Perth Scorchers in the 7th match, they find themselves at the bottom of the points table after losing their opener, with a Net Run Rate of -5.150. On the other hand, Perth Scorchers had their opening match washed out.
The clash promises excitement with key players in the mix for both teams. Melbourne Stars will be banking on the likes of Tom Roger, Sam Harper, Joe Burns, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis, while Perth Scorchers will rely on the firepower of Stephen Eskinzai, Josh Inglis, Ashton Turner, and Jhye Richardson. Both teams, hungry for a victory, are set to engage in a fiercely contested battle in the upcoming match.
Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers Weather Report
Anticipate a pleasant evening on December 13th at Melbourne Cricket Ground, with a temperature of 20°C (RealFeel® 18°C). The weather forecast indicates partly cloudy skies with a chance of a couple of thunderstorms and a breezy atmosphere, adding an element of unpredictability to the cricketing action.
Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers Pitch Report
Melbourne Cricket Ground, renowned for its historic significance, typically offers a batting-friendly surface with good bounce and carry. The pitch is conducive to stroke play, promising an exciting contest between bat and ball.
Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers Predicted XI
Melbourne Stars: Tom Roger, Sam Harper (WK), Joe Burns, Glenn Maxwell (C), Marcus Stoinis, Hilton Cartwright, Liam Dawson, Usama Mir, Joel Paris, Olly Stone, Nathan Coulter-Nile
Perth Scorcher: Stephen Eskinzai, Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, Josh Inglis (wk), Ashton Turner (C), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Hamish McKenzie
Dream11 Team for Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers
Captain: Ashton Turner
Wicketkeeper: Sam Harper
Batters: Cooper Connolly, Glenn Maxwell, Tom Roger
All-rounders: Aaron Hardie,
Bowlers: Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Usama Mir, Joel Paris
Where to Watch Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers?
| COUNTRY | TV CHANNELS | STREAMING PLATFORMS | RADIO COMMENTARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo Sports | Kayo, Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) | Fox Sports, Seven Network (TV), BBC Radio 5 Live Extra, BBC Sounds (Radio) |
| India | Sony Six, Sony Ten, SonyLiv, Star Sports | Disney+Hotstar | Star Sports Network (TV), Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) |
| Pakistan | Geo Super, Ten Sports, Smartcric | – | – |
| New Zealand | Sky Sports NZ, Spark Sport | – | Sky Sport (TV) |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports, Sky Go, Sky Now | – | Sky Sports (TV), BBC Radio 5 Live Extra, BBC Sounds (Radio) |
| United States | Willow TV, Willow Xtra | – | Sports Entertainment Network (Radio) |
| Bangladesh | Channel 9, Gazi TV (GTV), BTV | – | – |
| Sri Lanka | Channel Eye (SLRC), Dialog TV, Peco TV | – | – |
| Caribbean | Flow Sports, ESPN+ | – | – |
| MENA Countries | OSN Sports Cricket | – | – |