JASON CRUMP VERDICT:

"The Bandits looked to have a really good on paper with the spearhead of Peter Kildemand and Craig Cook. To have two ex-Grand Prix riders at Shielfield Park was sensational.

"Sadly it’s been a bit of a nightmare start with Kildemand getting an early knock and doubts over whether Cookie will be available. If they can be at full strength, the likes of Drew Kemp and Bastian Borke will be key."

BANDITS STARTING LINE-UP:

Peter Kildemand

Craig Cook

Drew Kemp

Danyon Hume

Bastian Borke

Sam Hagon

Dayle Wood