Perth

The Adelaide Strikers face the Perth Scorchers in the first semi-final of the Big Bash women's competition. Coverage focuses on the confirmed squads, key players to watch, pitch conditions and where fans can follow live streaming. Attention is centring on which side can hold its nerve in the knockout match and reach the final.

Rugby league fans are focused on Latrell Mitchell amid Fox Sports reporting on Mal Meninga's bold vision for the Perth Bears and his response to the marquee player debate. The interview is driving speculation that Mitchell could be a marquee signing as the new NRL club prepares for its entry into the competition.

The Perth Wildcats fell short despite a strong comeback, paying the price for what their own press called a horror start. The Sydney Kings held off the 'Cats after racing to a perfect opening stretch, and West Australian coverage has focused on the slow start that cost them the game.

The Perth Wildcats are drawing attention in Australian basketball coverage, with a Herald Sun report referencing a wake-up call for player Doolittle. The National Basketball League's own channels are also active around the club's league context, with a report linking the New Zealand Breakers to a German international. Discussion is modest so far, focused on roster news and player form within the NBL.