BBL 2018-19, Match 9: Perth Scorchers vs Adelaide Strikers – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips

The defending champions Adelaide Strikers suffered a tough loss against the Melbourne Renegades in the previous game. This defeat brought an end to their winning streak at their home ground Adelaide Oval. The Strikers did not lose a game in the previous edition of the BBL at that venue only to lose in their first appearance there in the latest season. The Colin Ingram-led team will be up against the Perth Scorchers in their 3rd match of this edition.

The Scorchers lost both their matches in this season due to the failure of the batting line-up on both occasions. Ashton Turner is leading the team in the absence of Mitchell Marsh who will be part of the MCG Test against India. Scorchers were the only team which the Adelaide franchise failed to defeat in the 2017/18 BBL. In fact, the Strikers lost their previous three encounters in the Big Bash League against the Scorchers.

Match Details:

The 9th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) will be played between Perth Scorchers and Adelaide Strikers at the Perth Stadium.

The match starts at 4:15 PM local time (8:15 AM GMT) (1:45 PM IST).

The game will be live on Sony SIX and Sony SIX HD. Streaming available on Sony Liv.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch at the Optus stadium in Perth is quite unpredictable. The pitch in the games hosted by this venue in the current season were heavily benefited by the fast bowlers. However, the lone Big Bash game that this venue hosted in the 2017/18 edition turned out to be a high scoring one.

Squads:

Perth Scorchers:

Ashton Turner (C), Michael Klinger, Sam Whiteman, Josh Inglis, Hilton Cartwright, Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendroff, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jhye Richardson, Will Bosisto, Usman Qadir, Andrew Tye, David Willey.

Adelaide Strikers:

Colin Ingram (C), Wes Agar, Alex Carey, Rashid Khan, Ben Laughlin, Jake Lehmann, Harry Nielsen, Michael Neser, Matt Short, Billy Stanlake, Cameron Valente, Jake Weatherald, Jon Wells.

Probable XI:

Perth Scorchers:

Ashton Turner (C), Michael Klinger, Sam Whiteman/Josh Inglis, Hilton Cartwright, Ashton Agar, Jason Behrendroff, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jhye Richardson, Will Bosisto, Andrew Tye, David Willey.

Adelaide Strikers:

Colin Ingram (C), Alex Carey, Rashid Khan, Ben Laughlin, Jake Lehmann, Michael Neser/Wes Agar, Matt Short, Billy Stanlake, Cameron Valente, Jake Weatherald, Jon Wells.

Power Picks:

Jhye Richardson will be a triumph card for the Scorchers in this game. He enjoys bowling with the bounce available to unsettle the batsmen. He bagged an 8-wicket haul in the first first-class game hosted by the Perth Stadium in the last month.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Rashid Khan will obviously be the main multiplier pick given how he has managed to restrict the batsmen in the previous two matches. Alex Carey has been in good shape with the bat and will be a worthy option as captain. The likes of Ashton Turner and Jason Behrendroff could turn the fate of the match in their capacity.

Best Playing XI:

Alex Carey, Michael Klinger, Colin Ingram, Ashton Turner, Jonathan Wells, Hilton Cartwright, Matthew Short, David Willey, Rashid Khan, Andrew Tye, Jason Behrendroff.

Risky Playing XI:

Alex Carey, Jake Lehmann, Ashton Turner, Jonathan Wells, Hilton Cartwright, Matthew Short, David Willey, Rashid Khan (VC), Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jhye Richardson (C), Jason Behrendroff.

Expert Advice:

Colin Ingram has been a revolution in the T20 format ever since he started playing in England which helped his white ball game and made him an aggressor in this format. However, his biggest weakness has been facing short balls which come with extra pace. Perth Scorchers and the Perth stadium are two such things that could stop the Strikers’ captain making it big.

Probable Winners:

Adelaide Strikers are expected to defeat the Perth Scorchers despite the conditions being in the home team’s favour.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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