The stage is set at the furnace for a heavyweight clash as the two most successful teams in Big Bash League’s history face off in the Qualifier. The winner will book a direct ticket to the Grand Final, while the loser will get a second chance in the Challenger.

The Scorchers secured the top spot and home-ground advantage with a clinical win over the Melbourne Stars in their final group game. Their bowling unit, spearheaded by Jhye Richardson and David Paynehas been exceptionally disciplined at home.

The Sixers surged into second place following a high-pressure win against the Brisbane Heat. Sam Curran and Mitchell Starc have found peak form at the right time, making the Sixers a formidable force away from home.

PS vs SS, BBL|15 Qualifier: Match details

• Date and Time: January 20 (Tuesday); 2:00 pm IST / 8:30 am GMT / 4:30 pm Local
• Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth

PS vs SS, Head-to-Head Record in BBL

Matches played: 30 | Perth Scorchers won: 17 | Sydney Sixers won: 12 | No result/Tied: 1

Optus Stadium Pitch Report

Perth Stadium is renowned for its signature pace, steep bounce, and lightning-fast outfield, making it arguably the most hostile surface for visiting batters in the BBL. Early in the innings, the new ball will zip through to the keeper, providing significant assistance to seamers. However, once the initial movement subsides, the true nature of the deck allows batters to play through the line, rewarding aggressive stroke play. The hard surface rarely offers much turn for spinners, but the long boundaries provide a cushion for those who vary their pace. Expect a high-scoring thriller if the top order survives the powerplay.

Squads

Perth Scorchers: Mitchell Marsh, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis (wk), Aaron Hardie, Ashton Turner (c), Laurie Evans, Jhye Richardson, Luke Holt, David Payne, Mahli Beardman, Nick Hobson, Brody Couch, Sam Fanning

Sydney Sixers: Babar AzamSteven Smith, Josh Philippe(w), Moises Henriques(c), Sam Curran, Lachlan Shaw, Jack Edwards, Joel Davies, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Ben Manenti, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr

PS vs SS, BBL|15 Qualifier: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• Perth Scorchers wins the toss and bowls first
• Sydney Sixers’ powerplay score: 50-60 (6 overs)
• Sydney Sixers’ total score: 180-190

Case 2:

• Sydney Sixers wins the toss and bats first
• Perth Scorchers’ powerplay score: 55-65 (6 overs)
• Perth Scorchers’ total score: 190-200

Match result: Team bowling first to win the contest