This is due to him claiming the World Matchplay title for the first time last month. Cross couldn't have asked for a better preparation, he told PDC.tv.
“It’s a massive confidence boost for me ahead of Brisbane,” said Cross.
“Hopefully I can go there and defend my title, I couldn’t have asked for a better preparation.
“I loved it in Brisbane last year and this is the first of three big events in Australia and New Zealand, so I want to keep my form going when we get back out there.
“The World Series has been fantastic. I’ve not played my best darts in Las Vegas and Germany but I’m feeling great after winning in Blackpool.”