The competition was supposed to restart last Saturday, but was called off due to the extreme heat.

With the consequent extension of the break, both teams will be lacking in match practice as they gear up for the top of the table clash.

While the Warriors are top of the ladder, Saints have actually beaten them on both their previous meetings.

In the opening round of the season, Saints were 9-8 victors, while in their most recent match the Saints trumped 8-7, the remarkable fact being that the Saints' eight runs were all scored in one innings.

The Warriors are sure to flex their muscles and be out to show that they are the better side. They have batting depth and a choice of pitchers to lead their defence.

Kristy Tenison and Jess Swaysland are ideal lead batters as they can bat to the outfield or play the short game equally effectively.

They're followed by a string of power batters in the Kearnes sisters, Montana and Layhnee, Makaylee Little, Kimberley Dennis and Sam O'Neill.

The Saints will look to the McGlynn sisters, Gemma and Tessa, Desi Calder, Rochelle Harley and Paula Potts to bat their way to victory for a third time, but they can expect the Warriors to be a tough opponent.

In the other match Turvey Park Red meet Turvey Park Blue.

Although well behind the top two sides, each of the Turvey teams has beaten the Saints, showing that, on their day, they can rise to the level of the competition leaders.

The Blues need a more consistent effort from the majority of their players.

They have experienced leaders in Amanda Gooden, Jane Wadley and Sharon Hall to set the standards for the younger players, all of whom have the skills in both offence and defence, but need to produce the goods more regularly.

The Reds have strong performers in Kate Looney, Amanda Lenon, Belinda Dennis, Jamila Piercy, Sarah Carter and Jade Olsen and should start favourites yet again.

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