All the information you need to know ahead of our Aboriginal Match!
What's On - Perth Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers BBL|13
Cheer on the Perth Scorchers in their Aboriginal Match! Head to Optus Stadium on Wednesday 3 January to watch us take on the Adelaide Strikers. Gates open at 4:45pm with first ball at 6:15pm. At this match we’ll celebrate and acknowledge the achievements of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Tickets
Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.
WACA, Champions Club and 1885 Club Members
It is recommended you enter Optus Stadium via Gate B.
WACA Members have access to the Members Reserve, located on the northern side of Optus Stadium, accessible via Lobbies 107 and 126. Unreserved seating within the Reserve can be found between Sections 112-124 on Level 1 and 511-525 on Level 5.
Champions Club is located in the Victory Loung on Level 2, accessible via the VIP Lobby (Aisle 119), and 1885 Club is located on the Platinum Terrace on Level 2, accessible via the lift or stairs at Lobby 107.
Throughout match day, all Members have access to the Members Lounge located in the River View Room on Level 4.
Browse packages and become a member via our website.
Perth Scorchers Members
Please enter via any gate and sit in your allocated seat on Level 1 or 3. Throughout the match day, Scorchers Members also have access to the Members Lounge located in the River View Room on Level 4.
Getting Optus Stadium
Public transport to and from the match is included in your ticket or membership. View the event information and plan your journey using Transperth's Journey Planner.
Key Times
3:45pm: Fan Zone opens
4:45pm: Gates open
5:55pm (approx): Welcome to Country and Barefoot Circle
6:15pm: First ball
7:35pm (approx.): The Bilya Innings Break Aboriginal Showpiece
Match Day Entertainment
Match Theme: Aboriginal Match
Join us in acknowledging the contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples at our Perth Scorchers Aboriginal Match.
The Bilya Innings Break Lightshow
During the innings break, The Bilya will take over the stadium for an immersive Aboriginal storytelling piece showcasing Nyoongar connection to the river and its surrounding flora and fauna.
Aboriginal Match Auction
The Perth Scorchers Aboriginal Auction is back for another season to raise funds for the WA Cricket Foundation! Shirts and art will be available for bidding from the Perth Scorchers Aboriginal match on Wednesday 3 January until their last match wearing the shirt on Wednesday 10 January.
Further information on individual shirts and art is available on the auction website, which will be released on Wednesday 3 January.
Aboriginal Shirt Auction
Nyoonagar artist Linda Loo designed the Aboriginal Playing Shirt worn by Perth Scorchers WBBL|09 and BBL|13 teams. All players have signed and donated their playing shirts from their respective Big Bash League Season.
Aboriginal Artwork Auction
Custom painted cricket bats have been created by Sheree Martell, Laurence Collard and Deborah Bonar, offering a unique piece of artwork for any cricket lover.
Fan Zone
Head to the Southern Oval for our free Perth Scorchers Fan Zone from 3:45pm!
Activities include face painting, airbrush tattoos, inflatable cricket net (weather permitting), partner activations and more. We can’t wait to see you there (and neither can Blaze and Amber!).
Fan Zone Partner Activities
- PEP Rapid Express Delivery Cricket Net
- Budget Direct Win an Audi Competition
- Budget Direct Inflatable Bouncy Castle
- Sixt Display Car
- Sixt Hair Painting
- Komatsu Inflatable Bouncy Castle
- NOVA Casanovas
Merchandise
Our Perth Scorchers range of kit is available for purchase at this match. Browse hats and selected shirts and watch the BBL|13 season in style. Merchandise outlets are open from 4:45pm is located from the container at Gate A and shops in Lobby 107 and 129.
Members – remember to show your member card to claim your discount at the checkout.
If you can’t make the match, all merchandise is available on the online store.
Catch the Match
Live on Channel 7, Kayo, Fox and CA Live.
Post Match
Stick around after the match for signatures from players!
Leave your cash at home
Optus Stadium is a cashless venue meaning you will need to pay using EFTPOS at all food, beverage and merchandise outlets.