• Perth Scorchers registering an emphatic win over Adelaide Strikers in their last league stage match of BBL 2024-25.

  • For his brilliant fast bowling, Jason Behrendorff was adjudged Player of the Match.

BBL|14: Perth Scorchers reclaims 4th spot, eliminates Adelaide Strikers
Jason Behrendorff (PC: X)

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In a do-or-die encounter at the Perth Stadium, Perth Scorchers triumphed over Adelaide Strikers, reclaiming the fourth spot on the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 points table.

Adelaide Strikers stumble after a promising start

Batting first, the Adelaide Strikers posted 161 runs before being bowled out in 19.1 overs. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Liam Scott played a valiant knock of 67 runs off 43 balls, including four boundaries and five maximums. Matthew Short contributed 40 runs off 21 balls, anchoring the top order with six boundaries.

However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered under pressure, with Jason Behrendorff and Mahli Beardman dismantling the Strikers’ middle and lower order. Behrendorff claimed three wickets for 21 runs, while Beardman matched the tally with a sensational 3/17 from his three overs. Lance Morris chipped in with two crucial wickets despite being expensive, conceding 56 runs.

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Perth Scorchers chase with composure

Chasing a target of 162, the Perth Scorchers showed composure and depth in their batting. Contributions from Sam Fanning (29 off 20) and Aaron Hardie (28 off 17) laid the foundation for the chase. However, it was Cooper Connolly’s blistering 39 off 21 balls, including four sixes, that turned the tide in the Scorchers’ favor.

Adelaide’s bowlers struggled to contain the scoring, with D’Arcy Short emerging as their best performer, picking up 2/37 in 3.2 overs. Brendan Doggett also claimed a wicket but lacked adequate support as Perth completed the chase in just 16.2 overs.

Result

The victory not only bolstered Perth’s playoff aspirations but also officially ended the hopes of Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Renegades in the tournament. The Scorchers now look forward to the result of Melbourne Stars versus Hobart Hurricanes clash. If Hurricanes win, they will be through to the finals otherwise Scorchers will reach the knockouts.

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