The Big Bash League (BBL) season 15 continues to deliver high-octane excitement as the Perth Scorchers (SCO) prepare to face the Adelaide Strikers (STR) this Sunday, January 4, at Perth Stadium.

Perth Scorchers: Defending the den

Perth has enjoyed a strong run of form so far, securing three victories from their first five matches. While they have stumbled twice, their current third-place standing on the ladder keeps them well within striking distance of the top. Coming off a successful two-game winning streak, the Scorchers return to their home turf with plenty of momentum and a desire to climb even higher in the rankings.

Adelaide Strikers: Looking to surge

The Strikers currently sit in fifth place, maintaining an even record of two wins and two losses through four outings. They head into Perth buoyed by a dominant seven-wicket triumph over the Brisbane Heat in their last appearance. With the postseason race beginning to tighten, Adelaide will be desperate to secure an away win and build a consistent run of form.

PS vs AS, BBL|15: Match details

• Date and Time: January 4; 3:45 pm IST / 10:15 am GMT / 6:15 pm Local
• Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth

PS vs AS, Head-to-Head Record in BBL

Matches played: 27 | Perth Scorchers won: 15 | Adelaide Strikers won: 12 | No result/Tied: 0

Perth Stadium Pitch Report

The Optus Stadium pitch in Perth is renowned for its lively character, offering extra pace and bounce that keeps fast bowlers in the game throughout the match. At the same time, batters can enjoy good value for shots as the surface provides balanced assistance, aided by a lightning-quick outfield. On this ground, a total above 160 is considered a winning score, making batting first the preferred option for captains.

Squads

Perth Scorchers: Mitchell Marsh, Cooper Connolly, Joel Curtis (wk), Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Joel Paris, Brody Couch, Mahli Beardman, Sam Fanning, Bryce Jackson, Corey Rocchiccioli

Adelaide Strikers: Matthew Short (c), Chris Lynn, Mackenzie Harvey (wk), Jerrssis Wadia, Liam Scott, Jason Sangha, Harry Manenti, Jamie Overton, Luke Wood, Lloyd Pope, Henry Thornton, Alex Ross, Tabraiz Shamsi

PS vs AS, BBL|15: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• Perth Scorchers wins the toss and bats first
• Perth Scorchers’ powerplay score: 40-50 (6 overs)
• Perth Scorchers’ total score: 150-160

Case 2:

• Adelaide Strikers wins the toss and bowls first
• Adelaide Strikers’ powerplay score: 35-45 (6 overs)
• Adelaide Strikers’ total score: 145-155

Match result: Team batting first to win the contest.