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Perth Scorcher fast bowler Matt Kelly during a press conference ahead of Big Bash League opener on Sunday. Gary Ramage

CricketCommentsPremiumDorff a loss, but Kelly backs Scorchers gunslingers to fire

Perth Scorchers’ bowling attack may have a different feel to it this season, but paceman Matt Kelly is confident they can adequately fill the vacuum left by the departed Jason Behrendorff.

Ben Smith

New Zealand batter Finn Allen on his way to Perth from Auckland. Perth Scorchers

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Allen and Bison: Dynamic duo ready to lead Scorchers

Perth Scorchers superstar import Finn Allen says he cannot wait to partner Australian Twenty20 captain Mitch Marsh at the top of the order and power the franchise back into the finals.

Mitchell Woodcock

Becky Grundy says the contributions of players outside of star batter Beth Mooney have defined Perth’s season.

CricketCommentsPremiumMooney vs Lanning not the be all and end all for Scorchers

Perth Scorchers coach Becky Grundy says the contributions of players outside of star batter Beth Mooney have defined their season as they prepare for a do-or-die finals clash.

Ben Smith

Perth Scorchers arrive at Perth Airport on Monday ahead of their Wild West Season Opener on Sunday. Aaron Hardie speaks to the media. Carwyn Monck

CricketPremium‘Better in orange’: Scorchers stoked for stars’ BBL returns

Perth Scorchers all-rounder Aaron Hardie says the return of fan favourites and heavy-hitters Mitch Marsh and Laurie Evans has elevated excitement levels on the eve of the Big Bash League season.

Ben Smith

Sophie Devine says Perth Scorchers have “nothing to lose” after earning a home final against Melbourne Stars.

CricketScorchers have ‘nothing to lose’ in finals return: Devine

They may have narrowly missed out on second place, but Perth Scorchers captain Sophie Devine says playing in front of a home crowd in their first final on Tuesday night will be a boost for her side. 

Aaron Kirby

Perth Scorchers skipper Ashton Turner says the league’s most successful franchise has a new recipe for success.

CricketCommentsScorchers’ new ‘recipe’ to take BBL by storm: Turner

Perth Scorchers skipper Ashton Turner says the league’s most successful franchise has a new ‘recipe’ for success this season and believes fans are set to fall in love with it.

Aaron Kirby

Amy Edgar will wear specially-designed artwork on her shoes.

CricketCommentsPremiumIndigenous inspiration to fuel Scorchers’ finals bid

Perth Scorchers will be rocking some specially-designed and deadly footwear for their Aboriginal Heritage match against Brisbane Heat on Saturday at the WACA.

Aaron Kirby

Maddy Darke and the Scorchers must win on Saturday to play finals.

CricketCommentsPremiumFinals or failure for Scorchers in must-win Heat clash

Perth Scorchers youngster Maddy Darke says missing finals in a must-win clash with Brisbane Heat will rule their campaign a failure.

Aaron Kirby

Perth Scorchers’ finals fate remains in their own hands ahead of a blockbuster final-match shootout with Brisbane Heat.

CricketCommentsPremiumScorchers up for finals fight against Heat

Perth Scorchers’ finals fate remains in their own hands ahead of a blockbuster final-match shootout with Brisbane Heat at the WACA Ground on Saturday.

Aaron Kirby

Alana King has revealed she’s been bowling through a broken finger almost all season.

CricketCommentsKing a brave one after broken finger begins to linger

Perth Scorchers star spinner Alana King has revealed she’s been bowling through a broken finger almost all season.

Aaron Kirby

Perth Scorchers open their season against Sydney Sixers on December 14.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumPREDICTED TEAM: How Scorchers will line up for BBL opener

As the Perth Scorchers’ season opener next weekend fast approaches, The West’s cricket writer Jackson Barrett forecasts what Adam Voges’ team will look like for the Optus Stadium clash.

Jackson Barrett

Adam Voges has been unveiled as the new coach of the Seattle Orcas.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumVoges’ next coaching gig lined up after revealing WA exit

The pieces of Adam Voges’ entrance into the globetrotting franchise world are falling into place, with the champion West Australian coach locked in for another job next year.

Jackson Barrett

Sophie Devine starred for Perth Scorchers.

CricketCommentsDevine storm blows away Renegades as Perth stay on track

A Sophie Devine storm has blown the Melbourne Renegades away at the WACA Ground and kept the Perth Scorchers on track to fight for a finals berth heading into the last home-and-away game.

Aaron Kirby

Jhye Richardson is on track for a Big Bash return with Perth Scorchers.

CricketCommentsVoges hopeful Richardson will be ready for Scorchers’ opener

Jhye Richardson is on track for a Big Bash return with Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges hopeful he will start the season in orange come December 14.

Aaron Kirby

Beth Mooney’s 75 came in vein for Perth Scorchers.

CricketPremiumScorchers miss golden opportunity in loss to Hurricanes

Perth Scorchers have missed a golden opportunity to take another step towards securing their place in the WBBL finals, suffering a seven-wicket loss to Hobart Hurricanes at Ninja Stadium. 

Josh Kempton

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Voges: What’s next for me after surprise WA exit

Adam Voges’ decision to leave Western Australia is not a sign his ambition to coach at international level has changed. In an exclusive interview, he opens up on what is next in his illustrious career.

Jackson Barrett

Beth Mooney of the Scorchers and Sophie Devine of the Scorchers bump gloves.

CricketCommentsPremiumDevine cleared for crucial Hurricanes clash

Perth Scorchers captain Sophie Devine has pulled up well from a sore quad and is set to play in the club’s blockbuster clash with Hobart Hurricanes on Saturday. 

Jackson Barrett

Andrew Tye and Jason Behrendorff will reunite at the Renegades.

CricketCommentsPremiumPerth Scorchers greats to reunite at Melbourne rival

Perth Scorchers’ two greatest bowlers of all time could face off against their club as part of the same attack this summer, with Andrew Tye set to be unveiled as a Melbourne Renegades player. 

Jackson Barrett

Sophie Devine of the Scorchers bats during the WBBL match.

WBBL CommentsPremiumScorchers survive collapse to claim crucial WBBL win

The Perth Scorchers have survived a worrying batting collapse to claim a crucial win over reigning WBBL champions Melbourne Renegades to keep their finals hopes alive.

James Palumbo

Perth Scorchers veteran Chloe Piparo could be recalled for the first time this season ahead of Thursday night’s crunch clash with Melbourne Renegades. 

CricketPremiumPip, Pip horray! Perth add veteran to squad for crunch clash

Perth Scorchers veteran Chloe Piparo could be recalled for the first time this season ahead of Thursday night’s crunch clash with Melbourne Renegades, with a batter axed to make way for her.

Jackson Barrett

Amy Edgar was the star of the match.

CricketCommentsPremiumAinsworth hails Scorchers’ nerves of steel in one-run win

Perth Scorchers quick Chloe Ainsworth has hailed the side and spinner Amy Edgar’s nerves of steel against Adelaide after they clung on for a clutch one-run victory at the WACA on Saturday night.

Aaron Kirby

Katie Mack (L) and Beth Mooney are becoming a strong opening partnership.

CricketCommentsPremiumGun Scorchers openers hoping to ‘pop off’ together

Perth Scorchers’ new top-order combination just can’t get enough of batting together. And they are taking on growing importance in the club’s push to return to the WBBL finals. 

Jackson Barrett

Sophie Devine has led Perth Scorchers to their second win of the WBBL season.

CricketCommentsDevine intervention! Skipper leads Scorchers to win

A star showing from captain Sophie Devine has led Perth Scorchers to a nine-run win over Adelaide Strikers in their rain-affected Women’s Big Bash League clash in Melbourne.

Josh Kempton and Murray Wenzel

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 14: Mikayla Hinkley of the Perth Scorchers out for 5 runs Caught Sasha Moloney and bowled Sophie Day of the Melbourne Stars during the WBBL match between Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars at Karen Rolton Oval, on November 14, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

CricketLanning dominates in 100th WBBL to douse Scorchers

Meg Lanning hit an unbeaten 90 before the rain hit but a reduced target couldn't help Perth as Melbourne Stars won by 16 runs in Adelaide.

Murray Wenzel