Kilmarnock v St Johnstone

AFTER the last campaign, there is an optimism around Kilmarnock with Steve Clarke in charge. The Rugby Park side enter this match having topped their Betfred Cup group and have star striker Kris Boyd looking as sharp as ever. The 34-year-old proved there was life in the old dog yet during the Betfred Cup, while Tony Watt has shown he can do a job for Saints. The former Celtic striker has hit the ground running in Perth with two goals in his four appearances so far. But, with four wins in the last five meetings, it is Killie who look most likely to get off on the right foot.