Perth Scorchers will go in unchanged for a second match in a row as they face injury-hit ladder leaders Adelaide Strikers at Optus Stadium on Boxing Day.
The Scorchers opted for spinner Peter Hatzoglou, who took two wickets in Friday’s win over Melbourne Stars at Junction Oval, over seamer Matt Kelly.
They have backed English opener Adam Lyth regardless of a lean begin to his time in orange with 21 runs in three matches.
Adelaide have made two adjustments from their loss to Brisbane on the Gabba with top-order batter Jake Weatherald out with an belly pressure, changed by Henry Hunt.
Former Sydney Sixers off-spinner Ben Manenti will make his debut for the franchise with paceman Wes Agar a shock omission after taking 3-38 in his final match towards the Heat.
Strikers captain Peter Siddle received the bat flip and elected to bat first.
Reigning champions Perth have a 2-1 report to start out the season, profitable their solely recreation at Optus Stadium to date towards the Sixers, whereas Adelaide are 3-1.
