A six-run fifth inning turned the game on its head and propelled the Adelaide Giants to a 9–7 win over the Brisbane Bandits on Thursday night at Viticon Stadium, opening the series with a decisive offensive surge and timely relief pitching.

Robbie Perkins, celebrating his 400th career ABL appearance, helped spark a late comeback as the Brisbane Bandits (8-8) surged past the Adelaide Giants (6-9) 8–6 on Thursday night at Viticon Stadium, pulling back to .500 in a momentum-swinging win.