Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers quick Matt Kelly primed for a clean run at season across three formats

Perth Scorchers fast bowler Matt Kelly is preparing for a potential return to playing all three formats of cricket this summer after two seasons significantly disrupted by injury. He is using the Top End T20 tournament in Darwin to build form for the upcoming season, positioning himself as a key part of the Scorchers' evolving bowling attack.

Kelly's path to an international debut was halted two seasons ago. Selected for Australia A, a quad injury forced him out of those matches, followed by pectoral surgery that sidelined him for the remainder of that summer. Last season, further injuries and competition for spots limited him to just four appearances for the Scorchers.

In the current Top End tournament, Kelly has made a strong start, taking six wickets in his first two matches. He expressed his focus on getting an extended run of cricket to regain confidence and prove his ability to play consistently at a high level. Kelly stated he has worked hard to be ready for the summer, aiming to play all formats and stay fit.

The Scorchers team, participating with a mix of contracted players and West Australian prospects, has won two of its first three matches in Darwin. Alongside Kelly's comeback, a competition is unfolding within the squad for the final list spot. The article indicates this spot is increasingly likely to go to a spinner, with three candidates auditioning: reigning Laurie Sawle medallist Corey Rocchiccioli (the apparent frontrunner), leg-spinning all-rounder Matthew Spoors, and young player Luke Holt.