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Scorchers and Strikers Clash for Gillespie Trophy at Optus Stadium

Perth, Australia – The Perth Scorchers are set to face off against the Adelaide Strikers at Optus Stadium this Sunday, January 4th (local time 6:15 PM) in a highly anticipated BBL|15 match. The teams will be battling for the Jason Gillespie Trophy, an honour dedicated to the former Australian fast bowler and Adelaide coach, celebrating Indigenous culture.

The Scorchers are the current holders of the trophy after securing a five-wicket victory in their previous encounter. Perth comes into the match sitting third on the ladder and aiming to maintain their strong form in front of their home crowd. The Strikers, with a game in hand, are eager to break into the top four with a win.

The Scorchers will be without Finn Allen due to a finger injury, with wicketkeeper Joel Curtis expected to make his BBL debut. All eyes will be on Mitch Marsh, who recently blasted a scintillating 102 off 58 balls against the Hurricanes.

The Strikers have bolstered their squad with the addition of South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi as an overseas replacement. Shamsi will fill the void created by the potential unavailability of English players Luke Wood and Jamie Overton for the finals due to their selection in England’s T20 World Cup squad. Hassan Ali and Harry Nielsen have been omitted from the squad. While Overton has had a slow start with the bat, he’s been a standout with the ball, taking six wickets in four games, including a best of 3-19 against the Heat.

Cricket fans can catch the action live on Channel Seven, 7plus, Fox Cricket, and Kayo Sports. Radio coverage will be available on ABC and SEN Radio.

Key Match Details:

  • Who: Perth Scorchers vs. Adelaide Strikers
  • What: Match 23, KFC BBL|15
  • Where: Optus Stadium, Perth
  • When: Sunday, January 4, 6:15 PM local (9:15 PM AEDT)

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