- Mar 4, 2024
- Sep 3, 2023
The Perth Scorchers (SCO) will host the Adelaide Strikers (STR) at the Optus Stadium in Perth tomorrow, in what will be the second game of the day. With three wins in their four games, the defending champions are sitting pretty on the points table. One of their games was abandoned which means that they are yet to lose a game this season. The former champions, on the other hand, are struggling as they have only won one of their 5 games so far. They have lost three while one ended in a no result. As such, the game is vital for them as they look to remain afloat in terms of qualification.
Match: Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers (Match 25)
Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Date & Time: Wednesday, January 3, 2024; 3:45 PM IST
Live Telecasting: Star Sports(India) & Hotstar
Optus Stadium‘s brief T20I history tells a compelling story: chasing is king. With five victories for teams pursuing targets compared to just two for those batting first, the numbers paint a clear picture. Even the average scores, hovering below 140 in both innings, defy the usual high-scoring nature of the format, suggesting a ground that rewards calculated chases. This trend was further reinforced in one of the Big Bash games played at the venue recently. The Perth Scorchers, chasing a seemingly imposing 172, dismantled the total with three overs to spare, showcasing the wicket’s suitability for pursuing targets.
Wicketkeepers: Josh Inglis
Batters: Zak Crawley, Chris Lynn
Allrounders: Aaron Hardie, Jamie Overton (vc), Matt Short (c), D’Arcy Short
Bowlers: Cameron Boyce, Jason Benrendorff, Andrew J Tye, Jhye Richardson
Wicketkeepers: Josh Inglis
Batters: Zak Crawley, Chris Lynn, Adam Hose
Allrounders: Aaron Hardie (vc), Jamie Overton (c), D’Arcy Short
Bowlers: David Payne, Jason Benrendorff, Lance Morris, Jhye Richardson