The 42nd match of the Big Bash League 2023/24, between Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers, is set to take place on Saturday, January 20th. The game will be played at Optus Stadium in Perth. The Knockout match is scheduled to begin at 2:10 PM IST. Scorchers is led by Aaron Hardie, while Strikers is captained by Matthew Short.
Both teams boast a lineup of exceptional players, making fans anticipate a tense and closely contested match that will set the stage for an exciting tournament. Furthermore, as both sides gear up for this intense battle, let’s delve into the weather forecast and pitch report for the qualifier match of the Big Bash League 2023/24 at Optus Stadium.
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SCO vs STR, Big Bash League 2023/24: Weather Forecast for Match No. 42
The highly anticipated cricket match between Perth and Adelaide is set to begin at 2:10 PM on Saturday, January 20. According to weather forecast, the weather conditions are looking favorable for the upcoming match and the temperature of Perth for the kncokout match will be reduced to 20° Celsius from 23° Celsius at the evening and night time.
The clash between Scorchers and Strikers promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams boasting impressive batters and bowlers. There is 5% chances of rain disrupting the match 42 of the Big Bash League 2023/24. This means that the game is likely to be played without any interruptions and fans can expect a full 40 overs of thrilling cricket action.
SCO vs STR, Big Bash League 2023/24: Pitch Report for Match No. 42
The surface in Perth will favour the batters. It is a high-scoring venue as 398 runs were scored in the last match. Bowling first will be ideal and anything over 200 will be a good total on this surface.
Perth Scorchers (SCO) Predicted Playing XI against Adelaide Strikers (STR)
Stephen Eskinazi, Sam Whiteman, Aaron Hardie (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Laurie Evans, Cooper Connolly, Nick Hobson, Ashton Agar, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendorff, Lance Morris
Adelaide Strikers (STR) Predicted Playing XI against Perth Scorchers (SCO)
Matthew Short (c), D Arcy Short, Jake Weatherald, Adam Hose, Thomas Kelly, Jamie Overton, Harry Nielsen (wk), Henry Thornton, David Payne, Cameron Boyce, Lloyd Pope