Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers Prediction & Match Preview – BBL 32nd Match
Match summary
Adelaide Strikers look to bounce back against Perth Scorchers at Adelaide Oval on 11 January 2026. Read our BBL preview, likely XIs and pitch report.
Match details
| Match | Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers, 32nd Match |
|---|---|
| Series | Big Bash League 2025-26 |
| Date | 11 Jan 2026 |
| Start time | 8:15 am GMT / 6:45 pm local |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide |
| Status | Played |
| Our pick | Perth Scorchers |
| Toss pick | Adelaide Strikers |
Matches in this series
Match preview
Matthew Short’s Adelaide Strikers come into this fixture under pressure. A 37-run defeat to Hobart Hurricanes dropped them to fifth, and with the playoff race heating up they need a strong response. The opening pair of Chris Lynn and Short have struggled recently, and Liam Scott was the one bright spot in the last game. He will be important again in the middle order alongside Mackenzie Harvey and Jason Sangha, with Scott and Harry Manenti also providing hitting power.
With the ball, Luke Wood and Scott were expensive last time, so the side wants more from the new ball. Jamie Overton and Tabraiz Shamsi have been in good form and will be central to controlling the innings, with help from Short, Lloyd Pope and Jerrssis Wadia.
Perth Scorchers, led by Ashton Turner, are looking to recover from a four-wicket loss to Melbourne Renegades, a rare off day with the bat in a good season. Finn Allen and Mitchell Marsh must start more strongly, while Cooper Connolly will aim to anchor the middle order with Aaron Hardie and Turner, and Laurie Evans, Nick Hobson and Jhye Richardson offer late power. The attack has been a strength: Richardson and Joel Paris take the new ball, and David Payne and Mahli Beardman have impressed through the middle overs.
Adelaide Oval is known as a batter-friendly venue, with consistent bounce and pace that let stroke-makers play through the line. Quick bowlers may find some early movement, but it usually fades and batters can settle and accelerate. The fast outfield and short square boundaries reward well-timed hitting. Spinners can have an impact in the middle overs with variations in pace and flight, though the surface generally favours run-scoring. Totals above 170 are often the target, and early momentum is important.
Sunday evening in Adelaide is expected to be pleasant, with clear skies and mild temperatures. The daytime high of about 22°C should ease towards 19°C by the 6:45 pm local start, with a light south-easterly breeze and low humidity of around 48%. No rain is forecast, and the sun does not set until about 8:30 pm.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 165–180 | – |
| Second innings | 155–175 | – |
Perth Scorchers
Perth have had a solid season and a strong bowling attack, while Adelaide’s openers have struggled after a 37-run loss.
Toss pick: Adelaide Strikers
FAQ
Who is expected to win Adelaide Strikers vs Perth Scorchers?
Our preview picks Perth Scorchers, who have enjoyed a solid campaign and have a strong bowling attack.
How did the teams fare last time out?
Adelaide lost by 37 runs to Hobart Hurricanes, while Perth lost by four wickets to Melbourne Renegades after making only 127 batting first.
What is the weather forecast?
Clear and dry, easing from about 22°C to 19°C around the start, with a light south-easterly breeze.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
Adelaide Strikers
- Matthew Shortc
- Chris Lynn
- Mackenzie Harveywk
- Jason Sangha
- Liam Scott
- Harry Manenti
- Jamie Overton
- Jerrssis Wadia
- Luke Wood
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Lloyd Pope
Perth Scorchers
- Ashton Turnerc
- Mitchell Marsh
- Finn Allen
- Cooper Connolly
- Aaron Hardie
- Laurie Evanswk
- Nick Hobson
- Jhye Richardson
- Joel Paris
- David Payne
- Mahli Beardman
Head-to-head
Earlier meetings of Adelaide Strikers and Perth Scorchers that we covered.