Claremont and West Perth will continue their recent rivalry when they meet at HBF Arena on Saturday in the opening round of the 2018 McDonald’s WAFL Premiership Season.

With the home-and-away season shortened to 21 rounds, a fierce contest is set to unfold as both teams head into the match under new captains.

Ian Richardson, a Claremont champion and favourite son, has taken the reins from Jake Murphy, while Aaron Black replaces Jay van Berlo at the helm of West Perth.

The Tigers and Falcons have produced some classic encounters in recent seasons, with nine of the past 12 meetings between the teams decided by 10 points or less.

The club encourages the Tiger army to attend the game and cheer the team to victory.

WHERE AND WHEN:

HBF Arena, Saturday, March 31, 1.40pm.

Reserves: 10.55am.

Colts: Friday, March 30, 4.00pm.

TV AND RADIO:

7mate will be televising the game LIVE from 1.30pm, or you can download the WAFL App and listen via Footy Radio on your phone.

HEAD-TO-HEAD:

Played: 266.

West Perth: 155.

Claremont: 110.

Draws: 1.

By Dan Scamozzi