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The Perth Scorchers could be up for sale.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumPerth Scorchers could be sold under landmark proposal

Perth Scorchers could be up for sale under a new model set to be seriously considered by Cricket Australia. 

Jackson Barrett

Corey Rocchiccioli is in the mix for a Perth Scorchers contract.

CRICKETCommentsPremiumThe three West Aussies to ‘spin off’ for last Scorchers spot

Western Australia’s best spinner, Corey Rocchiccioli, will race back from England to try and bowl his way to a Perth Scorchers contract alongside two other local tweakers. SEE THE TRIO

Jackson Barrett

Perth Scorchers' Maddy Darke is working on turning to more aggressive strokes earlier in her innings.

CricketCommentsMore aggression on the cards for Scorchers’ Darke horse

Perth Scorchers batter Maddy Darke is working on turning to more aggressive strokes earlier in her innings as part of a bid to regain her spot at the top of the order. 

Jackson Barrett

This year’s Women’s Big Bash League final will be played the day before Perth Scorchers open the men’s season in Perth.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumBig Bash officials lock in bumper weekend of Twenty20s

This year’s Women’s Big Bash League final will be played the day before Perth Scorchers open the men’s season in Perth as part of a bumper weekend of Twenty20 cricket. 

Jackson Barrett

Maddy Darke has been retained by Perth Scorchers for this summer’s Women’s Big Bash League.

CRICKETCommentsPremiumYoung batter holds her spot on Scorchers list for WBBL

Top-order batter Maddy Darke has been retained by Perth Scorchers, despite falling out of favour in Becky Grundy’s side last season. 

Jackson Barrett

Finn Allen has picked up an injury but it won’t affect his Scorchers campaign.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumScorchers star injured as Unicorns bundled out of MLC

Cooper Connolly and Finn Allen’s San Francisco Unicorns have been bundled out of the Major League Cricket finals, while the Perth Scorchers international will have tests on a foot injury.

Jackson Barrett

Perth Scorchers quick Mahli Beardman is battling a stress fracture in his back.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumYoung Scorchers quick reveals back injury battle

Perth Scorchers and West Australian pace apprentice Mahli Beardman has revealed he is battling a stress fracture in his back that has left him touch-and-go for the start of the domestic season. 

Jackson Barrett

Perth Scorchers are set for a blockbuster summer.

CricketCommentsPremiumREVEALED: Scorchers keep Boxing Day slot as fixture unveiled

The boss of the Big Bash League has declared Perth Scorchers have the most passionate fans in the country as he locked in the powerhouse club for another run of summer blockbusters. 

Jackson Barrett

English middle-order blaster Laurie Evans has taken a pay cut worth at least $160,000 as part of a Perth Scorchers masterplan months in the making.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumInside the master plan that brought Evans ‘home’ to Perth

English middle-order blaster Laurie Evans has taken a pay cut worth at least $160,000 as part of a Perth Scorchers master plan months in the making. 

Jackson Barrett

Babar Azam will make his Big Bash League debut in Perth.

CRICKET PremiumPakistan legend to make Big Bash debut in Perth blockbuster

Pakistani superstar Babar Azam will make his Big Bash League debut at Optus Stadium against Perth Scorchers, it has been revealed. 

Jackson Barrett

South African international Chloe Tryon is a Perth Scorchers player.

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Scorchers land international all-rounders in WBBL draft

Perth Scorchers have ticked all-rounders off their shopping list at the Women’s Big Bash League draft.

Jackson Barrett

Former Australian Twenty20 captain Aaron Finch says Perth Scorchers will be in the game for championship-winner Laurie Evans at Thursday afternoon’s Big Bash League draft. 

CRICKET CommentsThe ex-Scorcher who could be back in orange this year

Former Australian Twenty20 captain Aaron Finch says Perth Scorchers will be in the game to secure one of their championship-winning imports at Thursday’s Big Bash League draft. 

Jackson Barrett

WA women’s cricket coach Becky Grundy

CRICKET CommentsPremiumWhat the Scorchers will chase in the WBBL draft

Perth Scorchers are in the market for all-rounders at Thursday’s international player draft, according to coach Becky Grundy, but they also have their eye on an Ashes rival.

Jackson Barrett

Perth Scorchers power-hitter Nick Hobson has re-signed with the club.

CRICKETCommentsIn the Nick of time! Scorchers re-sign transformed hitter

Perth Scorchers power-hitter Nick Hobson has re-signed with the club on a one-year deal, leaving the club with just one domestic list spot remaining after Thursday’s draft. 

Jackson Barrett

The Perth Scorchers careers of stalwarts Chloe Piparo and Piepa Cleary hang in the balance.

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Scorchers careers of WA greats in the balance before draft

The Perth Scorchers careers of stalwarts Chloe Piparo and Piepa Cleary hang in the balance ahead of Thursday’s international player draft.

Jackson Barrett

Laurie Evans is being eyed by the Scorchers.

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Evans in Scorchers’ eye ahead of BBL international draft

Perth Scorchers would jump at the chance to bring Big Bash champion and fan favourite Laurie Evans back to the club if he slides in Thursday’s international player draft. 

Jackson Barrett

Katie Mack has signed for the Scorchers.

CRICKET VideoCommentsPremiumScorchers sign one of WBBL’s most experienced stars

One of the best batters in Women’s Big Bash League history has signed for Perth Scorchers in a coup that will shake-up the club’s batting order. 

Jackson Barrett

Sam Fanning has re-signed with the Scorchers.

CricketCommentsPremiumScorchers lock in young gun opener for BBL 15

Perth Scorchers batter Sam Fanning says he can’t wait to resume his partnership with Finn Allen after re-signing with the club that showed faith in him as an opener at the end of last season. 

Jackson Barrett

Ashton Agar could be partnered by a frontline international spinner for the Scorchers next summer.

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Scorchers weighing up rare play for international spinner

Perth Scorchers will seriously consider adding a frontline international spinner for just the second time in their history in next week’s Big Bash League draft to partner Ashton Agar.

Jackson Barrett

Finn Allen has sent records tumbling and claimed a special piece of history.

CricketVideoCommentsScorcher sets records tumbling, passes remarkable Gayle mark

Perth Scorcher Finn Allen has sent records tumbling and claimed a special piece of history in the opening game of the Major League Cricket season, breaking a record held by West Indian great Chris Gayle.

Aaron Kirby

Bryce Jackson has signed a one-year contract with Perth Scorchers.

CRICKET CommentsScorchers fill local contract spot with West Aussie quick

A West Australian breakout quick will be given the chance to press for a Perth Scorchers debut, handed a one-year contract extension after the departure of Jason Behrendorff. 

Jackson Barrett

Jhye Richardson outside Optus Stadium this week.

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Jhye confident shoulder can pass the test after surgery

After pulling out of the back end of last summer’s Big Bash to undergo shoulder surgery, Jhye Richardson is hoping he’ll be rewarded with full fitness and a chance to return to the big stage this summer.

Jackson Barrett

Sports Masterclass with Justin Langer.

Watch nowVideoCommentsSports Masterclass series: Cricket with Justin Langer

Aussie cricket legend and former national team coach Justin Langer jumps back into the nets to guide you through some simple ways to improve your batting average and have heaps of fun perfecting your skills.

Alana King has signed on to play in the United Kingdom this winter.

CRICKET CommentsPremiumWest Aussie spin star joins English county for winter stint

West Australian spinner Alana King has signed on to play for Lancashire this winter, where she will continue a lethal partnership with one of the world’s top spinners.

Jackson Barrett